Community Resources

United Way of Cass-Clay Government Shutdown Resource & Support Guide

In response to the ongoing 2025 federal government shutdown, United Way of Cass-Clay has been working closely with community partners to make sure our neighbors know where to turn for help and how to give help when they can.

Together with Cass Human Service Zone, Fargo Cass Public Health, SENDCAA, Great Plains Food Bank, the Emergency Food Pantry, Clay County Public Health, and Clay County Social Services, we have created a Community Resource and Support Guide to connect people in need with trusted local resources and opportunities to help.

This guide brings together:

• Where to find help such as food pantries, meal sites, and essential services
• Ways to give back through financial giving, volunteering, and donating essentials
• Opportunities to share where organizations can submit upcoming food distributions, community meals, or volunteer opportunities directly through the site

This guide is unique because it lifts up the full network of support in our community, from well-established programs to grassroots efforts, neighborhood initiatives, and local food pantries serving families across Cass and Clay Counties.
The site will be updated as new information is received so our community can stay informed and connected.

https://unitedwaycassclay.org/spotlights/communityresourceguide/ 

 

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FirstLink

Information and referrals for a range of health and social service programs including food assistance, housing, transportation, rent and utility assistance, and mental health support. 

Call 2-1-1 or text 898-211
www.myfirstlink.org

 

Great Plains Food Bank 

Offers food assistance through a network of partner food pantries. Visit their website for more information regarding locations, dates, and times. 

https://greatplainsfoodbank.org/get-help 

 

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 

Free and confidential emotional support available 24/7 for individuals and those supporting someone experiencing a mental health crisis, suicidal thoughts, or emotional distress. 

Call or text 9-8-8
www.988lifeline.org 

 

Prairie St. John's Assessment Services 

Offers a full continuum of mental health and substance-use services including inpatient care, day programs, and intensive outpatient support. 

510 4th St. S., Fargo ND 58103
(701) 476-7200
https://prairie-stjohns.com 

 

Southeast Behavioral Health Clinic 

Walk‑in and scheduled behavioral health assessments, 24/7 crisis support (via 988), and sliding‑fee outpatient services in Cass and surrounding counties—ensuring families receive timely, accessible mental health care regardless of their ability to pay. 

2624 9th Ave. S., Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 298-4500
https://www.hhs.nd.gov/service-locations/behavioral-health-clinics/southeast-fargo