Source ledger
See where RWN’s directory information comes from.
Structured public feeds, reviewed snapshots, and record-level original sources stay attributable. This page describes what RWN actually uses and how it was checked; inclusion does not imply sponsorship, endorsement, or a partnership with RWN.
What these labels mean: a structured source family has a documented refresh/audit model in RWN’s registry. “Record-level original source” means the listing keeps a cited publisher or provider source but is not represented as one of RWN’s structured feed/snapshot pipelines. Neither label means the source organization endorses or partners with RWN.
Structured feeds and reviewed snapshots
Live official query
USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder — 2026
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service17,442 active records at audit; loaded live only after a location search
- Refresh model
- State agencies submit at least three times each summer; USDA says its public finder is updated every Friday during the season.
- Publication standard
- Only geocoded records scoring at least 80, not marked dropped, and active on the search date are returned.
- Location privacy
- RWN rounds a user-approved location to one decimal degree before querying a 160 km search radius. Exact device coordinates stay in browser memory.
- Reuse basis
- Public official map endpoint. RWN queries bounded results live with attribution instead of republishing the full federal feed as a static copy.
Reviewed official snapshot
Massachusetts WIC locations
Massachusetts Department of Public Health101 records currently published by RWN
- Refresh model
- Refreshed from the current official Mass.gov directory before publication.
- Fields used
- official map coordinates, address, phone, published hours, accessibility when stated, official location page
- Reuse basis
- Public state location directory with record-level attribution and direct links back to each Mass.gov location page.
- Registry record count
- 101
Reviewed open-data snapshot
New York State WIC Program Site Information
New York State Department of Health293 records currently published by RWN
- Refresh model
- Quarterly
- Source updated
- 2026-04-30
- Fields used
- state-published coordinates, address, phone, permanent or temporary site type, provider website when supplied
- Reuse basis
- Official public state health open-data endpoint with dataset attribution.
- Registry record count
- 293
Reviewed official-network snapshot
Trussell food-bank centres
Trussell1,398 records currently published by RWN
- Refresh model
- Refreshable from the current official Trussell finder; RWN's generator fails closed if the source becomes materially incomplete or changes format.
- Fields used
- Trussell-published coordinates, public address, town and postcode, phone and email when supplied, referral route, collection or delivery status, provider page
- Reuse basis
- Official Trussell finder snapshot with record-level UUIDs and attribution. RWN excludes hidden-address records and records that fail exact-location or publication checks.
- Source records at audit
- 1,408
- Parsed at audit
- 1,406
- Excluded by RWN checks
- 8
- Registry record count
- 1,398
Other original-source groups
These records are still source-connected and reviewed under the same publication rules, but they are not represented as a single automated or snapshot data pipeline.
Record-level original source
UNHCR HELP
United Nations country help portalUNHCR's official country HELP page publishes locally applicable asylum, protection, contact, and service information.
- RWN records
- 105
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Crisis UK
Official provider locationCrisis's official locations page lists this Skylight address, phone number, and current visiting information.
- RWN records
- 9
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Everybody Eats
Official provider locationThe official restaurant page publishes this address, service nights, hours, and walk-in information.
- RWN records
- 3
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
City of Vancouver
Official city service directoryThe city describes and links its homelessness resources and social-serving community centres.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Hygiene, Navigation
Record-level original source
Cradles to Crayons
Official network page published by the operatorThe official page states that Cradles to Crayons provides items free of charge through their network of Service Partners.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Clothing
Record-level original source
GOV.UK
Government guidanceGOV.UK explains how to contact the relevant council and what help may be available.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Food, Shelter
Record-level original source
Low Income Housing Institute
Official provider locationThe official Urban Rest Stops page lists this location, hours, contact number, no-cost policy, and appointment rules.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Administration
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official USDA page states that WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals at no cost to eligible families.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Wayside Chapel
Official providerThe official programs page lists the Kings Cross address and its community-service-centre support.
- RWN records
- 2
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
211 Canada
Official networkThe official national page directs people to regional 211 providers and search tools.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
211 United States
Official networkThe official network page routes people to a local 211 agency by location.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
3rd Space
Official providerThe official services and contact pages list the address, drop-in model, daily living support, and visiting services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Ask Izzy by Infoxchange
Official nonprofit service directoryAsk Izzy's official search covers housing, food, health, counselling, safety, and everyday-needs services across Australia.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Auckland City Mission
Official providerThe official get-help page lists HomeGround's address and its food, housing, health, addiction, and social-work support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Bahnhofsmission Deutschland
Official nonprofit networkThe official network and Deutsche Bahn describe immediate, free help and provide locations and opening hours for station missions.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Blanchet House
Official providerOfficial service and FAQ pages list the downtown address, meals, clothing, hygiene items, and access conditions.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Boston Night Center
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Brazil Ministry of Development and Social Assistance
Government serviceThe official federal service page explains eligibility, free immediate access, typical hours, services, and the national location finder.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Breakthrough
Official provider locationBreakthrough's official program page describes the daytime center and its essential-resource services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Capuchin Day Centre
Official providerThe official site describes no-questions-asked food, hygiene, clinical, clothing, and family services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Carapicuíba Municipal Government
Government service siteThe official city page lists the address, phone, opening hours, hygiene, clothing, document, and medical-referral services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Cardinal Medeiros Day Program
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Chicago Department of Family and Support Services
Official network page published by the operatorThe official City of Chicago website states that DFSS activates its centers as warming centers when temperatures are 32 degrees or below, and the official directory lists the program fees as free.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Christchurch City Mission
Official providerThe official foodbank page lists assessment, booking, collection requirements, and the Hereford Street address.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
City of Boston
Official city service directoryBoston publishes provider names, service descriptions, addresses, and phone numbers in one maintained public directory.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
City of Seattle
Official city resource guideSeattle Human Services publishes and maintains this multi-category resource guide.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
City of Toronto
Official city service directoryThe City of Toronto maintains this entry point and publishes current program links and 24-hour contact numbers.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
CityBridge
Official network page published by the operatorThe official FAQ page states that all features, including Wi-Fi, phone calls, and device charging, are 100% free to the public.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Coalition for the Homeless
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official page states that homeless individuals and families have a right to shelter in NYC and provides information on accessing intake shelters and the Crisis Intervention Program.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Compass Housing Alliance
Official provider locationThe official program page lists the address, phone, hours, drop-in access, showers, restrooms, and laundry.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Covenant House
Official network page published by the operatorThe official Covenant House website states that their shelters are open 24/7 for youth ages 18 to 24 and that all services and programs are available at no cost.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Daily Bread Food Bank
Official providerDaily Bread's official need-food page explains registration and how to locate a food bank.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Day Engagement Center at Whittier
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Department for Education
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official GOV.UK page states that the scheme provides free period products to students in state-maintained schools and colleges in England.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India
Official network page published by the operatorThe official page states that the government provides free food grains to AAY and PHH beneficiaries under PMGKAY for five years starting January 2024.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Doctors of the World UK
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Doctors of the World UK website states the advice line is free and provides support for accessing healthcare.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Health
Record-level original source
Dress for Success Worldwide
Official network page published by the operatorThe official Dress for Success Austin page states that each affiliate provides all services at no cost to the community. The global site confirms it operates in multiple countries.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Clothing
Record-level original source
Eau de Paris
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Eau de Paris website provides an interactive map of public fountains and partner establishments where people can get free drinking water.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
Father Joe's Villages
Official providerThe official get-help page lists the day center, access steps, hours, and service locations.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Feeding America
Official networkFeeding America's official finder searches its member food-bank network by location.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Food Bank Network Nigeria
Official nonprofit networkThe network reports more than 150 partner food banks, pantries, and nonprofits across Nigeria.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Food Banking Kenya
Official nonprofit networkFood Banking Kenya and the Global FoodBanking Network describe its certified partner-based food assistance work.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Food Banks Canada
Official nonprofit networkFood Banks Canada maintains this national finder and directs users to the nearest member or 211.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Foodbank NSW & ACT
Official networkFoodbank Australia's official finder directs people to state services and local food-relief partners.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Greater Vancouver Food Bank
Official networkThe official site provides registration and food-location information for the regional network.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Healthdirect Australia
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official healthdirect website states it is a free service available 24/7, providing health advice from registered nurses and doctors.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Health
Record-level original source
Homeless Link
Official nonprofit service directoryHomeless Link describes Homeless England as its comprehensive database of homelessness services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Hong Kong Social Welfare Department
Government assistance programThe department publishes program rules, free-cost status, eligibility, and current service-unit contacts.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Humane Society of Charlotte
Official service page published by the operatorThe official page states the program provides free dog and cat food to Mecklenburg County residents who need temporary help feeding their pets.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
ImpactHK
Official providerImpactHK's official centre page lists the address, daily opening, meals, resource bank, laundry, and practical support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Kechara Soup Kitchen
Official providerKechara's official contact page lists the Soup Kitchen address, hours, phone, and related Food Bank contacts.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Legal Services Corporation
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official LSC website states it distributes federal grants to nonprofit organizations that provide free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Les Restos du Cœur
Official nonprofit networkThe official network page lists departmental associations throughout France.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Los Angeles County
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Los Angeles County Ready page provides an interactive map and list of cooling centers across the county.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Official networkThe official pantry locator routes people to partner distributions across Los Angeles County.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Mayor of London and Thames Water
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Mayor of London website lists the locations of over 100 drinking water fountains installed in partnership with Thames Water.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
mymizu / Social Innovation Japan
Official nonprofit refill platformmymizu states that its free app maps more than 200,000 refill spots worldwide.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
National Association of Citizens Advice Bureaux
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official 'About us' page states they offer confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
National Diaper Bank Network
Official network page published by the operatorThe official page states that the network connects and supports community-based diaper banks that distribute free diapers to struggling families.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
New York City Department of Parks & Recreation
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official NYC Parks website provides a map of drinking fountains, spray showers, and outdoor pools available to the public.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
New York City Public Schools
Official network page published by the operatorThe NYC Public Schools official page states that menstrual products are available for free in public school buildings with grades 4 and above.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
New Zealand Ministry of Social Development
Government service directoryThe Ministry describes the directory as a public database connecting people to thousands of family and community service providers.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Ontario Health
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Health811 page states it is a free, secure and confidential service available 24/7 to get health advice from a registered nurse or find health services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Health
Record-level original source
Orange Sky Australia
Official nonprofit mobile-service networkOrange Sky's official site describes free mobile laundry and shower services across Australia.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Pine Street Inn Men's Inn
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Pine Street Inn Yawkey House
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Public Convenience
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official About page states it maps publicly-accessible toilets that the public can use without having to buy anything.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Refill Return
Official refill networkThe official campaign page describes more than 30,000 public taps in its UK network and a broader global refill map.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
Rosie's Place
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Samusocial Brussels
Official provider networkThe official provider page describes free emergency shelter, outreach, medical, and psychosocial services; Brussels city information lists the emergency contact.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
Official city mapSFPUC publishes this map and states that listed drinking water is tested, safe, and free.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
São Vicente Municipal Government
Government service siteThe official city service page lists the address, phone, weekday hours, no-document access, hygiene, clothing, food, and support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Senatsverwaltung für Soziales, Berliner Kirchengemeinden, Wohlfahrtsverbände
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Berlin.de page confirms the Berliner Kältehilfe provides unbureaucratic overnight accommodation during the cold season for homeless people.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Sharewear Clothing Scheme
Official service page published by the operatorThe official Sharewear Clothing Scheme website states they provide clothing free of charge via referral at their Edwalton centre.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Clothing
Record-level original source
Shelter England
Official nonprofit helplineShelter's official helpline page describes free urgent advice and current access conditions.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Singapore Community Development Councils
Government assistance gatewayThe official page explains that ComCare assistance is available through Social Service Offices and links local support schemes.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Smart Works
Official network page published by the operatorThe official Smart Works website states they offer free interview-appropriate clothing and interview preparation support to unemployed women on a referral basis.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Clothing
Record-level original source
Sobral Municipal Government
Government service siteThe official municipal page lists the address, service hours, meals, hygiene, laundry, multidisciplinary support, and referral services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Soliguide
Official nonprofit service directorySoliguide's official directory searches mapped solidarity services by need and location.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official South African government page states that the Social Relief of Distress provides temporary assistance in the form of food parcels, vouchers, or cash, and explicitly notes "The service is free.".
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Southampton Street Shelter
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Spain Ministry of Social Rights
Government service mapThe ministry publishes an interactive map linking to autonomous-community social services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
St. Anthony Foundation
Official providerThe official Hygiene Hub page lists free access, its address, sign-up point, and services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
St. Francis House
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
StreetLink
Official outreach platformStreetLink's official page explains its connection between rough sleepers and local outreach support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official 988 Lifeline page explicitly states that using the service is free and confidential, providing 24/7 support via call, text, or chat.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Health
Record-level original source
Sydney Water
Official service locator or guidance pageThe official Sydney Water website provides a map to find permanent water refill stations across Greater Sydney for free hydration.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Water
Record-level original source
Tafel Deutschland
Official nonprofit networkTafel Deutschland reports more than 980 local Tafeln and provides a location search.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
The Akshaya Patra Foundation
Official networkThe official contact page lists the Bengaluru office and channels for program information.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
The Beacon
Official providerThe official essential-services page lists the address and its current meals, hygiene, and Pathways support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
The Bowery Mission
Official providerThe official help page lists free meals at 227 Bowery and shelter intake at 90 Lafayette Street.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
The Felix Project
Official networkThe official Multibank page describes its non-food essentials and community-partner model.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Clothing
Record-level original source
The Global FoodBanking Network
Official networkThe official global-reach page identifies member networks and countries served.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
The New York Public Library
Official network page published by the operatorThe official New York Public Library support page states that they provide free computer access and Wi-Fi service at all of their 89 locations.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
The Passage
Official providerThe official get-help page lists the address, service hours, immediate welfare, and resettlement support.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
The Salvation Army International
Official network page published by the operatorThe official page states that IES empowers individuals and communities by meeting immediate needs without discrimination.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
The Shower of Hope
Official network page published by the operatorThe official website lists multiple locations across Los Angeles providing mobile showers, meals, and clothing.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Hygiene
Record-level original source
Trussell
Official networkTrussell's official finder searches its UK food-bank network and explains next steps.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
GovernmentHUD's official Find Shelter tool searches local provider records by category and location.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
Record-level original source
Union Gospel Mission
Official providerThe official get-help page lists the Vancouver address, meal times, reception, and program links.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
USDA Food and Nutrition Service
GovernmentThe official USDA page lists phone, text, and address-based ways to find food help.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Navigation
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Warm Welcome Campaign
Official network page published by the operatorThe official Warm Welcome website publishes a directory of over 6,000 community spaces across the UK. It states that these spaces are designed to provide warmth and connection.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
Record-level original source
Whitechapel Mission
Official providerThe official services page lists free access, the address, current day-centre schedule, and support offered.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
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Willing Hearts
Official provider networkThe official services page explains meal-assistance referral, distributed meals, shelter, and support services.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Women's Lunch Place
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Food
Record-level original source
Woods Mullen Shelter
Provider listed by the City of BostonThe official City of Boston directory publishes this provider's service description, street address, and phone number.
- RWN records
- 1
- Help represented
- Shelter
