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NYC Warming Centers A resource for all New Yorkers. Extreme cold is deadly. Every New Yorker deserves to be safe and warm. If you see New Yorkers vulnerable to cold, call 311 for immediate help. You can also direct them to a warming center (use the QR code above). When operating, buses or vans may be stationed near major hospitals and Drop-In Centers. Who are they for? For anyone seeking relief from the cold. How to spot them: When activated for extreme cold, warming centers operate all day on sites and on buses across all boroughs throughout the cold weather period. How to access help: When warming centers are open, simply board the bus at any listed location. Outreach staff can connect you to additional resources if needed. For the latest locations and hours contact 311 or visit: on.nyc.gov/warmingcenters

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Warming Centers and Warming Buses During Extreme Cold

Provided by:
NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Weather
During periods of extreme cold, warming centers are open to anyone in need. Warming locations offer warm spaces and food. Warming buses are also available, with vehicles parked outside designated locations to provide temporary relief from the cold. Additional information on winter weather resources is available through the NYC Office of Emergency Management.

More info at:

Website:
on.nyc.gov/warmingcenters
 
Additional Link:
Additional resources at: on.nyc.gov/winterweather
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Free Tax Prep Assistance Map

Provided by:
Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Adults  •  Business Owners  •  Self-Employed
Keywords:
Public Assistance  •  Small Business  •  Taxes
Use this map to find free tax preparation services across NYC, including in-person and drop-off sites. IRS-certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparers help eligible filers complete accurate returns and access tax benefits. Services are available to W-2 employees as well as freelancers, gig workers, independent contractors, and small business owners.

More info at:

Website:
a866-dcwpwb.nyc.gov/ftps_map/
 
Additional Link:
More info on NYC Free Tax Prep at nyc.gov/taxprep
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Food Help NYC

Provided by:
Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Type:
Directory  •  Food Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Food
Food Help NYC is an online app from the City of New York to find locations that offer free food, such as food pantries and soup kitchens.

More info at:

Website:
finder.nyc.gov/foodhelp
 
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NYC Food Pantries and Community Kitchens

Provided by:
Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Type:
Directory  •  Food Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Food
Community Food Connection (CFC), formerly known as the Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP), provides funding to more than 500 community kitchens and food pantries citywide. If you need food, you can get help today at one of New York City's food pantries, which provide groceries to cook at home, or community kitchens, which provide hot meals.

More info at:

Website:
Download the list of active programs as of 10/06/2025
 
Additional Link:
More info and updates on CFC at on.nyc.gov/3k0ywxj
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A Guide to Abortion Care

Provided by:
20th Senate District,State Senator Zellnor Myrie
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Healthcare  •  Legal Assistance  •  Reproductive Health  •  Safety  •  Women's Health
Download this guide, provided by State Senator Zellnor Myrie, as a resource for individuals seeking abortion care and contraception in New York City. It is designed to ensure that New Yorkers—and those traveling from out of state—have the information and support needed to access safe, legal reproductive healthcare

More info at:

Download:
Download the guide
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Senior Resource Guide

Provided by:
20th Senate District,State Senator Zellnor Myrie
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Seniors
Keywords:
Aging  •  Caregiving  •  Healthcare  •  Housing  •  Legal Assistance  •  LGBTQ+  •  Public Assistance  •  Recreation  •  Transportation  •  Veterans  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Download this comprehensive directory of resources for older adults, compiled by State Senator Zellnor Myrie's Office. The guide includes information on advocacy and action groups, aging in place, caregiver support, community boards, consumer protection, continuing education, crime victim assistance, cultural and recreational opportunities, elder abuse prevention, emergency preparedness, employment and unemployment services, government benefits, health care, housing, legal resources, LGBTQ+ services, long-term care, pet care, police community councils, senior centers, transportation, veterans' benefits, volunteer opportunities, and more.

More info at:

Download:
Download the guide
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YourPeer • Services for Unhoused and Unstably Housed Youth

Provided by:
Streetlives
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
High School Students  •  Homeless  •  Teenagers  •  Youth
Keywords:
Clothing  •  Food  •  Healthcare  •  Housing
YourPeer is a mobile-first web application designed to assist unhoused and unstably housed youth aged 16 to 24 in accessing vital services across New York City. Co-designed with input from the youth community, the platform provides a user-friendly experience to help users navigate and connect with over 2,500 peer-validated services at more than 1,300 locations citywide. By partnering with government agencies and service providers, YourPeer ensures its information remains accurate and up to date.

More info at:

Website:
yourpeer.nyc
 
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NYC Funds Finder - Loan and Grant Resources for Small Businesses

Provided by:
Department of Small Business Services (SBS)
Type:
Business Services  •  Directory
Resource for:
Business Owners
Keywords:
Business  •  Business Assistance  •  Business Financing
NYC Funds Finder, created by the NYC SBS and Next Street, is the city’s first free online funding platform for small businesses. With NYC Funds Finder, entrepreneurs can access custom lists of loans and grants, receive free one-on-one financial counseling, and get assistance with document preparation. The tool connects NYC’s small businesses, including women- and minority-owned businesses, to accessible financing options through trusted Community Development Financial Institutions and other responsible lenders

More info at:

Website:
nycfundsfinder.nextstreet.com
 
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Cool It! Outdoor Hot Weather Resources Map

Provided by:
Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Hot Weather  •  Outdoors  •  Weather
Visit the Parks Department review their guide to help you find places to stay cool! In their new Cool It! NYC map, you can find places all across the city to hydrate, refresh, and stay in the shade. These include locations with water features (spray showers, drinking fountains, outdoor pools), streets and location with shade trees and areas of greater heat vulnerability. On the same page, Parks offers a downloadable spreadsheet with the full list of NYC Parks spray shower, misting station, and drinking fountain locations

More info at:

Website:
nycgovparks.org/about/health-and-safety-guide/cool-it-nyc
 
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NYC Cool Options

Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Cooling Centers  •  Weather
When it's very hot, air conditioning will help keep you safe. If you don't have air conditioning, find a cool place to visit nearby, like a friend’s place, a mall, museum, coffee shop, library, or an NYC cooling center. When it's not scorching out but it's still hot, you can also cool off at parks, areas with shade, sprinklers, or pools. Cooling center locations can also be found by calling 311 (VRS: 212-639-9675 or TTY: 212-504-4115).

More info at:

Website:
finder.nyc.gov/coolingcenters/
 
Phone: 311 (VRS: 212-639-9675 or TTY: 212-504-4115)  
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