Find the Support You Need
United Way Community Partners exist to support everyone on the South Plains. Every year, these agencies help more than 137,000 people. Support is for anyone who could use a little extra help—from making your budget stretch a little farther to going back to school, to help in a crisis.
Access a PDF of our Services Guide.
If you don’t find the support you’re looking for here, we encourage you to visit 211texas.org or call 2-1-1. Their expert, local case managers will be able to connect you.
Not all programs available through our partner agencies are funded by United Way. Throughout, a * indicates that the program is funded by Lubbock Area
United Way.
Infant and Preschool
Early Learning Centers of Lubbock*
- Income-based, sliding-scale fee
- Discounts for more than one child
- Scholarships
- Meals, bottles, and formula included
- 5 locations
- Full-time and part-time
elclubbock.org | 806.765.9981
YWCA of Lubbock
- Private pay
- Subsidized care through Workforce Solutions
- Head Start & Early Head Start through SPCAA
- Scholarships
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
After-School and Summer
Boys and Girls Clubs of Lubbock*
- $20 monthly fee; $40 monthly fee for 2 or more students
- 5 locations
- Pick up from some area schools
- Summer camp
lubbockbgc.org | 806.792.2880
Guadalupe-Parkway Neighborhood Centers*
- $55 monthly fee
- 2 locations
- Pick up from some area schools
- Summer Camp
guadalupe-parkway.org | 806.763.3963
YWCA of Lubbock*
- YW-CARE
- Full-time and Part-time rates
- Various sites on school campuses
- Mini-camps offered on school holidays at main location
- Summer Camp
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
American Red Cross*
- Assistance after a home fire or other disaster
- Emergency communications with military service members and their families
redcross.org | 806.765.8534
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock
- Rent/mortgage assistance
- Utility assistance
- Food pantry
- Clothing vouchers
- Hygiene
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic*
- Food pantry
lchclubbock.org | 806.749.3800
Salvation Army*
- Overnight emergency shelter
- Rapid rehousing
- Transitional housing
- Rent and utility assistance
- Food vouchers
- Clothing vouchers
- Hygiene kits
- Cooling and warming stations
- Public showers
salvationarmytexas.org/lubbock | 806.765.9434
Upbring, Neighborhood House
- Utility assistance
- Food vouchers
- Hygiene
upbring.org/neighborhood-house | 806.589.1907
Legal Aid Society of Lubbock*
- Protective orders
- Divorces
- Child custody and support
- Adoptions
- Simple wills
- Legal advice and brief referrals
lubbocklegalaid.org | 806.762.2325
Catholic Charities
- Family and youth success - short-term services to youth ages 0-17 and their families
- Mental health voucher program - 6 free sessions with a mental health professional for qualifying adults
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Family Counseling Services*
- Individual counseling
- Couple’s counseling
- Family counseling
- Anger management groups
- Domestic violence groups
- Substance abuse groups
- Income-based, sliding-scale fee
fcslubbock.org | 806.747.3488
Voice of Hope*
- Individual counseling and groups for survivors of sexual assault/sex trafficking and their non-offending family members
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Catholic Charities
- Parent Empowerment Program* - assists low-income parents in furthering their education
- Kinship family support (Families where children are being raised by relatives)
- Parenting skills classes
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
The Parenting Cottage
- Parents as Teachers Program*
- Parenting Classes
- Car seat education and install
- Pregnancy and prenatal classes
parentingcottage.org | 806.795.7552
Catholic Charities
- Family and youth success - short-term services to youth ages 0-17 and their families
- cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
- Children’s Advocacy Center*
- Individual counseling and groups for child survivors of abuse and sexual assault and their non-offending family members
- All services are free
safeplace4kids.org | 806.740.0251
Family Counseling Services*
- Individual counseling
- Family counseling
- Income-based, sliding-scale fee
fcslubbock.org | 806.747.3488
Voice of Hope*
- Individual and group counseling to survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones
- All services are free
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Boys and Girls Club of Lubbock
- Programs focus on education and career development, character and leadership development, health and life skills, the arts, and sports, fitness, and recreation.
- $20 monthly fee; $40 monthly fee for 2 or more students
- 5 locations
- Pick up from some area schools
lubbockbgc.org | 806.792.2880
Communities in School of the South Plains*
- In-school prevention and intervention programs
- Available on various local school campuses
- No cost
cissouthplains.org | 806.368.8090
Guadalupe-Parkway Neighborhood Centers*
- Activities include academic homework assistance and enrichment, sports and recreation, character development, dance and fine arts, computer skills, Kids’ Café, community events and scouting.
- $55 monthly fee
- 2 locations
- Pick up from some area schools
guadalupe-parkway.org | 806.763.3963
YWCA of Lubbock*
- Educational and recreational activities for pre-K through 5th grade through after-school and summer programs.
- Full-time and Part-time rates
- Various sites on school campuses
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic*
- Care for all children birth through 18, regardless of ability to pay
- Medicaid excepted
- Acute illnesses such as sore throats and stomach aches
- Follow-up care for chronic illnesses such as asthma Well-checks
- Well-checks and physicals
- Immunizations
- 2 locations
lchclubbock.org | 806.749.3800
Big Brothers Big Sisters*
- Helps children reach their full potential through professionally supported, one-to-one matches with adult mentors
- Children ages 6-18 years
- Community-based and school-based program
- No cost
bbbslubbock.org | 806.763.6131
Boy Scouts, South Plains Council*
- Educational programs for boys, girls, and young adults
- Promotes leadership skills through youth-led activities, community service, and outdoor adventure
- Ages 5-20
- Scholarships available
southplainscounsil.org | 806.747.2631
Communities in School of the South Plains*
- Mentorship through various in-school activities
- Available on various local school campuses
- No cost
cissouthplains.org | 806.368.8090
Girl Scouts of the Texas Oklahoma Plains*
- Leadership development through access to girl-led experiences, skills, and connections
- Girls ages 5-17
- Scholarships available
gs-top.org | 800.582.7272
Volunteer Center of Lubbock*
- Youth led volunteer and leadership programs
- Open to all high school students
volunteerlubbock.org | 806.747.0551
YWCA of Lubbock
- AMEND Together - life and relationship skills classes for young men from 5th grade to high school
- Community Youth Development Program (CYD) - leadership, tutoring, post-high school readiness for youth ages 11-18
- STRIVE life skills development - empowerment series for young women ages 13-20 aimed at developing self-confidence, digital literacy and workforce skills
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
CASA of the South Plains*
- Support for children and families involved in the child welfare system
casaofthesouthplains.org | 806.763.2272
Children’s Advocacy Center*
- Support for child survivors of abuse and sexual assault and their non-offending family members
safeplace4kids.org | 806.740.0251
Voice of Hope*
- Provides victims of sexual assault and/or sex trafficking with free confidential crisis assistance, advocacy, and support
- Case management and follow-up
- Judicial accompaniment
- Individual and group counseling to survivors and their loved ones
- 24-hour crisis hotline
- All services are free
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Catholic Charities*
- Parent Empowerment Program - assists low-income parents in furthering their education
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas*
- Computer Classes
- Resume Writing
- Interview Prep
- Job Seach Assistance
- Individualized Job Coaching
- On-site Computer and Career Enhancement Training
- All services available at no charge
goodwillnwtexas.org | 806.744.8419
Literacy Lubbock*
- GED Prep
- English as a Second Language which focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
- Basic education programs to help adult learners and those with dyslexic tendencies improve their reading, writing, and math skills.
literacylubbock.org | 806.775.3636
Catholic Charities
- Mental health voucher program - 6 free sessions with a mental health professional for qualifying adults
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Family Counseling Services*
- Individual counseling
- Couple’s counseling
- Family counseling
- Anger management groups
- Domestic violence groups
- Substance abuse groups
- Income-based, sliding-scale fee
fcslubbock.org | 806.747.3488
Voice of Hope*
- Individual counseling and groups for survivors of sexual assault/sex trafficking and their non-offending family members
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Catholic Charities
- Eye exams and glasses
- Dietitian consultations, including diabetes education, weight loss, and nutrition
- Prescription assistance
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Upbring, Health for Friends Clinic*
- Education, screening and referrals to identify persons with undiagnosed chronic health conditions including diabetes, hypertension and chronic obesity
- In-depth education and nutritional counseling
- Personalized meal plans
- Medication management
upbring.org/health-for-friends-clinic | 806.589.1907
YWCA of Lubbock*
- Women’s Health Initiative - access to breast and cervical cancer education, screening, treatment and post-diagnosis support
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
American Red Cross*
- Assistance after a home fire or other disaster
- Emergency communications with military service members and their families
redcross.org/local/texas/north-texas/about-us/locations/panhandle | 806.765.8534
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock
- Rent/mortgage assistance
- Utility assistance
- Food pantry
- Clothing vouchers
- Hygiene
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Salvation Army*
- Overnight emergency shelter
- Rapid rehousing
- Transitional housing
- Rent and utility assistance
- Food vouchers
- Clothing vouchers
- Hygiene kits
- Cooling and warming stations
- Public showers
salvationarmytexas.org/lubbock | 806.765.9434
Upbring, Neighborhood House
- Utility assistance
- Food vouchers
- Hygiene
upbring.org/neighborhood-house | 806.589.1907
Legal Aid Society of Lubbock*
- Protective orders
- Divorces
- Child custody and support
- Adoptions
- Simple wills
- Legal advice and brief referrals
lubbocklegalaid.org | 806.762.2325
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock*
- Individuals 60 years and older
- Dental
- Prescriptions
- Hearing aids
- Eyeglasses
cclubbock.org | 806.765.8475
Legal Aid Society of Lubbock*
- Protective orders
- Divorces
- Child custody and support
- Legal advice and brief referrals
lubbocklegalaid.org | 806.762.2325
Voice of Hope*
- Provides victims of sexual assault and/or sex trafficking with free confidential crisis assistance, advocacy, and support
- Case management and follow-up
- Judicial accompaniment
- Individual and group counseling to survivors and their loved ones
- 24-hour crisis hotline
- All services are free
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Women’s Protective Services*
- Domestic Violence Victims Shelter: Serves victims of family violence and their dependent children who have experienced physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse.
- Residential program includes 24-hour crisis hotline, food, clothing, personal hygiene items, social referral (housing, job, income assistance, day care), counseling, legal advocacy and medical and transportation assistance
- Non-Residential Program provides services to those who do not need emergency shelter in 12-county area
wpslubbock.org | Office: 806.747.6491, Hotline: 800.736.6491
Community Education
American Red Cross
- CPR, first aid, life guarding
- Disaster preparedness*
- Water safety
redcross.org/local/texas/north-texas/about-us/locations/panhandle | 806.765.8534
Children’s Advocacy Center*
- Play It Safe - awareness and prevention programs for children of all ages
- Darkness to Light - in-depth training for adults on how to recognize and report abuse and how to listen and support children
safeplace4kids.org | 806.740.0251
Lubbock Area United Way*
- Education awareness on a broad number of local issues, including economic mobility, education, violence against persons, mental health, and diversity, equity and inclusion
liveunitedlubbock.org | 806.747.2711
Voice of Hope*
- Public awareness of the realities of sexual victimization
voiceofhopetexas.org | 806.763.7273
Women’s Protective Services*
- Presentations to civic groups and community organizations on the prevention and/or reduction of family violence.
wpslubbock.org | 806.747.6491
YWCA of Lubbock*
- Inspire - free monthly seminars for women
ywcalubbock.org | 806.776.9700
Volunteer Opportunities
Many of our Community Parnters have volunteer opportunities. Please visit their websites for additional information or find them on the Volunteer Center of Lubbock’s website (more information below).
Lubbock Area United Way*
- Various opportunities throughout the year
- Short-term and long-term opportunities
liveunitedlubbock.org | 806.747.2711
Volunteer Center of Lubbock*
- Volunteer opportunities with more than 100 local nonprofits
- Youth and family volunteer programs
- Youth and adult leadership programs
volunteerlubbock.org | 806.747.0551
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