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Ensuringall Illinois residents haveaccess to free and confidential 211 services.
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Expanding Our Partnership Network
Illinois is close to achieving 100% coverage for 211 services. This means millions of Illinoisans will be connected to vital health and human services. Could you consider donating to support our 211 expansion efforts?
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Find help in my area
Search our resource directory to find non-emergency support within your local area of Illinois.
Explore our guides
Download our technical assistant guides for our 2-1-1 service, United Way, Health Department, and Government partners.
View our data
Track our progress and expansion of 2-1-1 services across Illinois. Review our available reports and dashboards.
List with the 211 directory
If you are a service provider and would like to be listed in our curated resource directory, learn more about getting listed with 211.
Become a partner
We seek to strengthen partnerships with mission-aligned organizations, businesses, and community leaders. Reach out to get started.
Help with advocacy
2-1-1 is an essential service for millions of residents in Illinois. Learn how you can help us expand to more people in need.
Donate to 211 Illinois
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of people like you. Donate to help us build stronger communities, one conversation at a time!
211's Impact in Illinois
In 2024, 211 in Illinois achieved the following impact.
176,464
CONTACTS HANDLED
79,669
HOUSING REQUESTS
33,130
UTILITY REQUESTS
10,803
FOOD REQUESTS
16,282
UNMET NEEDS IDENTIFIED
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Need help? 211 is right in your pocket — we connect you to compassionate experts who support your non-emergency needs. Contact us by phone, email, or text 24 hours a day for help with housing, utilities, food, mental health, health care, and so much more.
