#communityservices — Public Fediverse posts

University of Washington: UW researchers launch ‘little free pantry’ mapping pilot, internet-connected pantries in Seattle. “Now, anyone who interacts with micropantries or community fridges in the Seattle area can try out an experimental app, made by University of Washington researchers, that brings a suite of new features to the micropantry network. The app, called PantryMap.org, maps […]

State of Colorado: Governor Polis Announces New Tool to Help Coloradans Navigate Life After Disaster. “Today, Governor Polis announced the new Colorado Disaster Recovery Navigation Tool to help Coloradans navigate recovery and rebuild after natural disasters. This new tool provides a step-by-step guide for what to do in the aftermath, immediate and long-term, of a natural disaster.”

This is literally insane:
https://apnews.com/article/trump-2027-annual-budget-congress-defense-f95715d838be17afd9799208cd3182e3?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c2c1600ae1507590e099
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NBC New York: Mamdani launches website and interactive map about childcare for NYC families. “On Monday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the launch of a new online child care map and resource center, which is focused on making it easier for families to find, understand and choose child care programs that meet their needs.”

State of Maine: Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Launches New Statewide Food Access Map. “The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) today announced the launch of the Maine Food Access Map, a statewide interactive resource that helps individuals and families locate nearby food pantries, meal sites, school-based programs, WIC clinics, and […]

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/11/19/state-of-maine-maine-department-of-agriculture-conservation-and-forestry-launches-new-statewide-food-access-map/

NC Local: Need food in NC? Use this map to find it. “NC Local created this resource to make it easier for everyone to find food assistance. Even as the shutdown of the federal government nears its end – and as SNAP payments promise to resume, we know that many people in the state will continue to face food insecurity. We will continue to update the data and refine the interface.”

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/11/16/nc-local-need-food-in-nc-use-this-map-to-find-it/

From 2020 but I think it’ll be useful now: Mutual Aid Hub. “Find Mutual Aid Networks and other community self-support projects near you. Reach out to these groups directly via the map above to get involved, offer resources, or submit needs requests.”

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/10/27/mutual-aid-hub/