Get Connected. Get Help.
Many people in our community struggle when trying to navigate and connect to services they need. United Way 211 is a free, confidential information and referral helpline and website serving 42 counties in Iowa.
Get Connected
Trained 211 professionals access a statewide database of agencies and resources to connect you to essential health and human services in our community.
- Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
- No cost
- Completely confidential
- Multilingual assistance
Get Answers
Whether in times of natural disaster or personal uncertainty, United Way 211 commits to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.
- Assistance for older adults and people with disabilities
- Basic human needs
- Emergency preparedness/recovery
- Employment support
- Free tax preparation appointment scheduling
- Health insurance enrollment assistance
- Physical and mental health
- Support for youth and families
A Safe Place to Start
Contact us 24/7
- Landline: 2-1-1
- Mobile: 319-739-4211
- Toll free: 1-866-469-2211
- Download the 211 app
- Text your zip code to 898211
- Visit 211iowa.org