Low-Income Resources in New Hampshire

This page is a public directory of programs that may help with food support, housing and utilities, child and family care, healthcare resources, and crisis services. Availability and eligibility vary by program. If something looks outdated, please let us know.

Food resources
Housing and utilities
Child and family care
Healthcare resources
Crisis care
Debt help

Food resources

If you need help with groceries, start with New Hampshire SNAP through the Department of Health and Human Services. Nutrition support for families with young children and local food pantry options are also available statewide.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — New Hampshire DHHS

Helps with: Monthly food benefits for eligible households.
How to start: Review program details, then apply online when ready.

Program overview: New Hampshire SNAP (DHHS)
Apply / manage benefits: NH EASY Gateway

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) — New Hampshire DHHS

Helps with: Nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children.
How to start: Learn about the program and find a local WIC clinic.

Program overview: New Hampshire WIC Program

Find a food pantry — New Hampshire Food Bank

Helps with: Locating food pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs across New Hampshire.
How to start: Use the food finder to search by location.

New Hampshire Food Bank Find Food

Housing and utilities

If housing or utility bills are a concern, New Hampshire offers assistance through energy programs and housing agencies. Many services are delivered locally through community action agencies.

Fuel Assistance Program (LIHEAP) — New Hampshire DHHS

Helps with: Assistance paying heating and energy costs for eligible households.
How to start: Review program details and contact your local community action agency.

Program overview: New Hampshire Fuel Assistance
Find a local agency: Community Action Agencies (NHCAA)

Housing programs and renter resources — New Hampshire Housing

Helps with: Affordable housing programs, rental assistance information, and renter guidance.
How to start: Review renter resources and housing search tools.

Child and family care

Families may need help with child care costs or temporary cash assistance. In New Hampshire, these programs are administered through the Department of Health and Human Services.

Child Care Scholarship Program — New Hampshire DHHS

Helps with: Assistance paying for child care for eligible working families.
How to start: Review program information and apply through NH EASY.

Program overview: NH Child Care Scholarship Program
Apply: NH EASY Gateway

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) — New Hampshire DHHS

Helps with: Temporary cash assistance and employment supports for eligible families with children.
How to start: Review eligibility and apply when ready.

Program overview: New Hampshire TANF
Apply: NH EASY Gateway

Healthcare resources

If healthcare coverage or medical costs are a concern, New Hampshire offers Medicaid and NH Healthy Families coverage for eligible residents. Applications are handled through the NH EASY system.

New Hampshire Medicaid & CHIP — Eligibility and enrollment

Helps with: Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible New Hampshire residents.
How to start: Review eligibility information and apply online when ready.

Program overview: New Hampshire Medicaid
Apply: NH EASY Gateway

Find a community health center — HRSA

Helps with: Locating federally supported clinics that often offer sliding-fee care.
How to start: Search by location to find a clinic near you.

HRSA Find a Health Center

Crisis care

If you or someone in your household is in immediate danger, call 911. If you need urgent emotional support or help finding local services, the options below can help you find the right next step quickly.

211 New Hampshire

Helps with: Local referrals for food, housing, utilities, childcare, healthcare, and community services.
How to start: Call 211 or use the online directory.

Dial: 2-1-1
211 New Hampshire

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (New Hampshire)

Helps with: Free, confidential support for mental health or emotional crisis.
How to start: Call or text 988, or use chat.

Call or text: 988
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

New Hampshire Rapid Response Access Point (RRAP)

Helps with: 24/7 mental health and substance use crisis support statewide.
How to start: Call the statewide crisis line.

Call: 1-833-710-6477
New Hampshire RRAP

New Hampshire Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline

Helps with: Confidential support and connection to domestic and sexual violence services statewide.
How to start: Call the statewide hotline to reach an advocate.

Call: 1-866-644-3574
New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence

Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA)

Helps with: Crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to disasters.
How to start: Call or text.

Call or text: 800-985-5990
Text: TalkWithUs to 66746
Helpline details

If debt is part of the picture

Many people looking for assistance are also dealing with credit card balances, collections, payday loans, or medical bills. If you want a calm review of options, Money Fit offers nonprofit credit counseling and education. We’ll help you understand what’s realistic, without pressure.

Talk with Money Fit Debt management plan help Payday loan help

Note: Program availability and eligibility vary. Money Fit does not provide cash assistance and cannot guarantee outcomes.

Last reviewed: January 2026 | URL: /low-income/new-hampshire/