Community Resources

Community Resource Hub

Helping individuals and families connect with essential services in Tulsa and surrounding areas.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, check out the resources below. These organizations provide food, shelter, mental health support, employment assistance, and more.

πŸ“ž 211 Directory – Your First Stop for Help

Dial 211 or Visit 211 Oklahoma
211 connects individuals to local resources, including food, housing, medical services, and crisis intervention. Available 24/7.

πŸ₯« Local Food Pantries

Access free food from these pantries in the Tulsa area:

πŸ”Ή Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma – 918-585-2800
πŸ”Ή Iron Gate Tulsa – 918-879-1702
πŸ”Ή John 3:16 Mission – 918-587-1186

For more locations, visit FoodPantries.org – Tulsa.

🏠 Shelters & Housing Assistance

Find emergency shelter, transitional housing, and low-income housing programs:

🏠 Tulsa Day Center – 918-583-5588
🏠 Salvation Army Tulsa – 918-582-7201
🏠 John 3:16 Mission – 918-587-1186
🏠 Neighbor for Neighbor – Housing assistance and rental aid

For affordable housing options, visit Tulsa Housing Authority.

🧠 Mental Health & Addiction Services

If you or a loved one needs mental health support or addiction recovery, these resources can help:

πŸ“ž Oklahoma Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services – 405-248-9200
πŸ“ž COPES Crisis Hotline (Tulsa) – 918-744-4800
πŸ“ž Recovery Center of Tulsa – 918-664-4224

For national hotlines:
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988
SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

πŸ’Ό Employment & Job Training Programs

Need help finding a job, building a resume, or learning new skills? These organizations offer job placement and career training:

πŸ’Ό Goodwill TulsaWorks Career Academy – Job training & placement
πŸ’Ό Workforce Tulsa – Resume workshops & job search assistance
πŸ’Ό Oklahoma Employment Security Commission – Job postings & unemployment benefits

πŸŽ“ Youth Programs & Education

Free educational resources for students and young adults:

πŸ“š Tulsa Tech – Free trade school programs
πŸ“š Oklahoma’s Promise Scholarship – College scholarships for low-income students
πŸ“š Youth Services of Tulsa – GED programs, housing, & counseling for at-risk youth

πŸ‘Ά Emergency Infant Services

Emergency Infant Services – 918-582-2469

Provides immediate assistance to families with children under five years old, offering essentials like diapers, formula, clothing, and car seats. No appointment necessary; walk-ins welcome.

🌟 Sunshine Community Services of Tulsa

Sunshine Community Services of Tulsa – 1728 South Carson Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74119

Sunshine Tulsa provides holistic mental health care, including psychiatric assessments, therapy, case management, and peer recovery support. They also offer meal services and assist clients in accessing local resources for food, shelter, and healthcare.

🏠 Tulsa Habitat for Humanity

Tulsa Habitat for Humanity – 6235 E. 13th St., Tulsa, OK 74112

Dedicated to building quality, safe, and affordable homes, Tulsa Habitat for Humanity partners with individuals and families to provide access to homeownership through sponsorships, donations, and volunteer efforts.

πŸ’Ό Oklahoma Center of Empowerment (OCoE)

Oklahoma Center of Empowerment – 616 S. Boston Ave., Suite 401, Tulsa, OK 74119

OCoE offers career development services, including career planning, mock interviews, and job placement. They also provide training services such as Employment Training Specialist (ETS) and Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS) programs to support individuals in gaining employment and accessing community services.

🏠 Tulsa Day Center

Tulsa Day Center – 918-583-5588

Provides shelter, medical care, and case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Open 24/7 with various programs to assist in transitioning to permanent housing.

🧠 Family & Children’s Services

Family & Children’s Services – 918-587-9471

Offers mental health counseling, addiction recovery programs, and crisis services for individuals and families. Services include individual therapy, group sessions, and psychiatric care.

πŸ’Ό Goodwill Industries of Tulsa

Goodwill TulsaWorks Career Academy – 918-581-1256

Provides job training, resume assistance, and employment placement services. Programs are designed to help individuals develop skills and secure sustainable employment.

πŸŒ‰ The Bridges Foundation

The Bridges Foundation

Since 1964, The Bridges Foundation has provided employment opportunities to individuals with developmental disabilities. They enhance the quality of life through training, education, employment services, and advocacy, offering connections to quality job placements and community resources.

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