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Our Focus — Immediate Relief
211 Helpline
Three numbers everyone can count on.

With over 10,000 health and human services available in our region, finding the right help can be overwhelming. Immediate need calls for immediate assistance. That’s where United Way’s 211 Helpline comes in—a fast, free, and completely confidential resource for people in need.

Whether it’s everyday assistance like utility support or internet connectivity, educational support, or even crisis resources, our 211 Specialists are trained to connect families to the support they need.

SAY HELLO TO 211.

  • 211 is completely free and confidential, open 24/7, and available in over 150 languages.
  • Serves the entire region, including New Jersey as well as Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.

NEW JERSEY: Call 211, text 898-211 or visit nj211.org
PENNSYLVANIA: Call/text 211 or visit pa211.org

DOWNLOAD our ‘PA 211: Get Connected. Get Help.’ mobile app (available for iPhone and Android)

211 gave me a way to keep food on the table and stay safe during the pandemic.
- Diana, 211 SEPA Caller

The Impact of 211

Serving New Jersey and Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, 211 helps individuals find and connect with critical resources in their communities.

65,000+

calls made to 211 last year

116,599

referrals made by 211 Resource Specialist to individuals seeking help

856,443

People visited 211’s website 

FY2021

Your support helps ensure that 211 can continue to provide vital resources and preventative tools throughout Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.

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