Mutual Aid

Active Networks

Nationwide directory of mutual aid groups organized by location. Find or start a group near you.

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Decentralized volunteer network sharing free food and highlighting the need to end poverty.

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Free community events where people share goods, skills, and services with no exchange or barter.

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Community-led network of free neighborhood pantries. Find one near you or build your own.

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Directory of tool lending libraries across North America — borrow tools instead of buying them.

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Direct Action

Grassroots disaster relief network based on solidarity — direct community support without red tape.

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Organizing domestic workers — nannies, housekeepers, and caregivers — for rights and dignity.

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Network of white people organizing in their communities for racial justice, with local chapter resources.

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Resources and coordination for supporting striking workers — solidarity funds, picket information, supplies.

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Survival

Community Emergency Response Team training and resources — local preparedness outside state institutions.

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Worldwide aid map from Direct Relief, a humanitarian org dedicated to victims of disasters and the poor.

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Individual resources from Direct Relief, a humanitarian org dedicated to victims of disasters and the poor.

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Network of volunteer organizations for disaster response — find local groups ready to mobilize.

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