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Exercise & Movement

  1. YMCA — https://www.ymca.net/
    Community gyms, free/low-cost classes, youth programs and many local branches offering sliding-scale memberships and online workouts.

  2. American Heart Association (Movement Resources) — https://www.heart.org/
    Free plans, how-to guides for cardio, walking programs and heart-healthy exercise tips.

  3. American College of Sports Medicine (Public Resources) — https://www.exerciseismedicine.org/
    Evidence-based exercise guidance and community programs encouraging regular physical activity.

  4. National Recreation and Park Association — https://www.nrpa.org/
    Helps users find local parks, recreation programs and free/outdoor fitness opportunities.

  5. Girls on the Run — https://www.girlsontherun.org/
    Nonprofit youth running and empowerment programs that promote a lifetime of health.

  6. Active Living Research — https://activelivingresearch.org/
    Research and community guides for designing active neighborhoods and walking/biking initiatives.

  7. SilverSneakers (senior fitness through community partners) — https://www.silversneakers.com/
    Free/low-cost fitness classes for older adults via community centers and partner plans.

  8. Operation Fitness (community-based programs) — https://www.usa.gov/local-programs (local programs directory / search your city)
    Listings and guidance for community-based free fitness events and bootcamps.

  9. Girls Inc. (physical activity for girls) — https://girlsinc.org/
    After-school and community programs that include physical fitness and resilience training.

  10. Special Olympics — https://www.specialolympics.org/
    Free sports training and competitions for people with intellectual disabilities; inclusive fitness resources.

  11. Parks & Recreation Departments (local) — search your city parks & rec website (e.g., “City Parks & Recreation”)
    Local free group classes, trails, and community sports; check your municipal parks site for schedules.

  12. Trail Conservancy / Rails-to-Trails — https://www.railstotrails.org/
    Resources to find safe walking & biking trails and community trail programs.

  13. Boys & Girls Clubs of America — https://www.bgca.org/
    Youth fitness and athletics programs available through local clubs (often subsidized).

  14. Move Your Way (U.S. federal campaign, guided by health nonprofits) — https://health.gov/moveyourway
    Practical activity plans, tips and tracking for adults and youth (free downloadable resources).

  15. Community Health Clinics / Federally Qualified Health Centers — https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/
    Many FQHCs run free community wellness and exercise classes; use the locator to find local programs.

Nutrition & Healthy Eating

  1. Feeding America — https://www.feedingamerica.org/
    Nationwide food bank network, nutrition tips, and local food assistance programs.

  2. Meals on Wheels America — https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
    Home-delivered meals for older adults with nutrition information and community resources.

  3. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics — https://www.eatright.org/
    Free articles, recipes, meal planning tools and guidance from registered dietitians.

  4. SNAP-Ed / Local Food Education Programs — https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/ (search local partners)
    Free, evidence-based nutrition education for SNAP-eligible communities.

  5. FoodCorps — https://foodcorps.org/
    School-based nutrition education and resources to help families and schools create healthier eating environments.

  6. Local Food Banks & Community Pantries — search via Feeding America or local listings
    Besides food distribution, many offer cooking classes and nutrition counseling at no cost.

  7. National Farm to School Network — https://www.farmtoschool.org/
    Resources to connect families and schools to local produce and nutrition education.

  8. Cooking Matters (Share Our Strength) — https://cookingmatters.org/
    Free cooking and budgeting classes that teach healthy, affordable meals.

  9. WIC (Women, Infants, and Children — state programs) — https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic
    Nutrition support for pregnant/postpartum people and young children (public program run through local nonprofits & clinics).

  10. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) & Veggie Box Programs (many nonprofits offer subsidized shares) — check local community farm orgs (search “CSA + your city”)
    Subsidized produce programs and educational guides for cooking with seasonal food.

Sleep & Recovery

  1. National Sleep Foundation — https://www.sleepfoundation.org/
    Free, research-backed advice on sleep hygiene and improving sleep quality.

  2. American Academy of Sleep Medicine (Patient Resources) — https://aasm.org/patients/
    Guides about sleep disorders and healthy sleep practices.

  3. Local Libraries (sleep & wellness events) — check your county library website
    Many libraries host free workshops on sleep, stress reduction, and relaxation techniques.

  4. Veterans’ Affairs Sleep Health Programs (for veterans) — https://www.va.gov/opa/ feature (search VA sleep programs)
    Free programs addressing insomnia, particularly for veteran populations.

  5. Community Health Centers — often run free sleep-hygiene workshops linked to chronic disease programs; check local health center listings.

Preventive Care & Screening

  1. American Cancer Society (screening info & local navigation) — https://www.cancer.org/
    Free guides and local program listings for screening, plus patient navigation support.

  2. American Diabetes Association (prevention and screening resources) — https://www.diabetes.org/
    Free educational materials on healthy lifestyle changes and local prevention programs.

  3. Planned Parenthood (preventive sexual health & screening) — https://www.plannedparenthood.org/
    Low-cost or free STI testing, contraception counseling, and preventive care at local clinics.

  4. Free & Reduced Screening Events (local health departments) — search your county health dept site
    Regularly posted free screening event calendars (blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.).

  5. United Way 2-1-1 — https://www.211.org/
    A searchable service to find local free health screenings and preventive services.

Chronic Disease Support & Rehabilitation

  1. American Lung Association — https://www.lung.org/
    Free pulmonary rehab resources, exercise guides for lung disease, and local support groups.

  2. Arthritis Foundation — https://www.arthritis.org/
    Free exercise programs for joint health, pain management resources and community classes.

  3. American Cancer Society (survivorship & wellness) — https://www.cancer.org/
    Wellness programs and physical-activity guidance for cancer survivors.

  4. National Multiple Sclerosis Society — https://www.nationalmssociety.org/
    Free resources for exercise programs tailored to MS and local support services.

  5. American Stroke Association (rehab & resources) — https://www.stroke.org/
    Recovery guides, exercise recommendations and community-based support networks.

  6. LIVESTRONG Foundation — https://www.livestrong.org/
    Wellness resources for people living with chronic illness, including physical-activity and nutrition guides.

Injury Prevention & First Aid

  1. American Red Cross — https://www.redcross.org/
    Free first-aid/CPR classes online resources, and community preparedness programs.

  2. Safe Kids Worldwide — https://www.safekids.org/
    Injury-prevention guides for families, car-seat checks, and safety campaigns.

  3. National Safety Council — https://www.nsc.org/
    Free resources and checklists for home, workplace and road safety (many resources available gratis).

Outdoor, Community & Recreational Programs

  1. The Trust for Public Land — https://www.tpl.org/
    Helps communities create accessible parks and offers resources to get active outdoors.

  2. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy — https://www.railstotrails.org/
    Trail-finding resources and community programs for walking and cycling.

  3. Appalachian Trail Conservancy / Local trail organizations — https://appalachiantrail.org/ (and local trail orgs)
    Volunteer and free hike programming for fitness and community connection.

  4. National Park Service (free programs & Junior Ranger activities) — https://www.nps.gov/
    Guided hikes, free outdoor programming and resources to get families active.

  5. Local Community Centers & Boys & Girls Clubs (youth outdoor programs) — check local directories (e.g., bgca.org)
    Free or subsidized sports, camps and outdoor activities.

  6. Volunteer Match (active volunteer projects) — https://www.volunteermatch.org/
    Find free, local volunteer opportunities that combine physical activity and community service.

Mind

Mental Health & Crisis Support

  1. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) — https://www.nami.org/
    Peer-led support groups, educational programs and an extensive library of free mental health resources.

  2. Mental Health America (MHA) — https://www.mhanational.org/
    Screenings, toolkits and community programs focused on prevention and early intervention.

  3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) — https://www.samhsa.gov/
    National helplines and directories for behavioral health services and free guides (government-run but widely used nonprofit-style services).

  4. Crisis Text Line — https://www.crisistextline.org/
    24/7 text-based crisis support from trained volunteers (free).

  5. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call/text 988 — https://988lifeline.org/
    National, 24/7 suicide and crisis lifeline with chat and text options.

  6. The Trevor Project — https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
    24/7 crisis intervention and resources tailored to LGBTQ+ youth (chat, text, phone).

  7. Veterans Crisis Line — https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
    24/7 confidential support for veterans and families (call, text, or chat).

  8. Befrienders Worldwide / Local crisis hotlines — https://www.befrienders.org/
    Global directory of emotional-support helplines.

  9. National Domestic Violence Hotline — https://www.thehotline.org/
    Confidential support and safety planning for people affected by domestic violence.

  10. RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) — https://www.rainn.org/
    24/7 confidential support for sexual assault survivors and educational resources.

  11. Mental Health First Aid (training & resources) — https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/
    Free awareness resources and community training (some free materials available).

  12. Local community mental health centers — search via your county health department or 211.org
    Often provide free or sliding-scale counseling and group programs.

  13. Centerstone — https://centerstone.org/
    Community behavioral health nonprofit offering free educational resources and local support.

  14. NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) — https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
    Helpline, peer support and free resource libraries for individuals and families.

  15. Black Mental Health Alliance & peer organizations — https://www.blackmentalhealth.com/ (and similar orgs)
    Culturally specific mental-health resources and community programs.

Counseling & Peer Support

  1. Open Path Collective — https://openpathcollective.org/
    Nonprofit network connecting people to low-cost counseling; also offers resources and directories.

  2. Support Groups Central (nonprofit directories) — https://www.supportgroupscentral.com/
    Online support group listings for a wide range of issues (many free groups).

  3. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) — https://www.dbsalliance.org/
    Peer-led support groups and educational programs (free local/online groups).

  4. SMART Recovery — https://www.smartrecovery.org/
    Evidence-based, peer-run support meetings for addiction recovery (free online & in-person meetings).

  5. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) — https://www.aa.org/
    Free, community-based mutual-help meetings for people seeking recovery from alcohol use.

  6. Al-Anon Family Groups — https://al-anon.org/
    Support for family/friends of people with alcohol use disorder (free meetings).

  7. GriefShare — https://www.griefshare.org/
    Free, group-based resources and local meetings for people navigating grief and loss.

  8. Postpartum Support International — https://www.postpartum.net/
    Free resources and support groups for new/expectant parents experiencing perinatal mood disorders.

  9. National Parent Helpline — https://www.nationalparenthelpline.org/
    Emotional support and advocacy for parents (free line and resources).

  10. Local peer-run wellness centers — search “peer-run mental health center + your city”
    Many communities have free peer-operated drop-in centers that provide support and skills groups.

Mindfulness, Meditation & Stress Reduction

  1. Mindful (Mindful.org) — https://www.mindful.org/
    Free articles, guided practices and how-to guides for developing a daily mindfulness practice.

  2. UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center — https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/
    Free guided meditations and mindfulness classes (many resources are free online).

  3. The Self-Compassion resources (Kristin Neff) — https://self-compassion.org/
    Free exercises and guided practices to build self-compassion and reduce self-criticism.

  4. Insight Timer (community nonprofit-style meditation app with many free guided meditations) — https://insighttimer.com/
    Thousands of free guided meditations from teachers around the world.

  5. Breathworks / community mindfulness programs — https://www.breathworks-mindfulness.org.uk/
    Free resources and community courses on mindfulness for pain and stress.

  6. Greater Good Science Center (UC Berkeley) — https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/
    Research-based practices, free exercises, and evidence-backed tools to increase resilience and compassion.

  7. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) community trainings — search local universities & hospital programs (many offer free teacher-led resources)
    Free introductory recordings and community classes in many regions.

  8. Local churches/community centers (mindfulness & yoga classes) — check community calendars
    Many offer free stress-reduction and meditation sessions open to the public.

Addiction Recovery & Substance Use Support

  1. SAMHSA Treatment Locator — https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
    Nationwide directory of free or sliding-scale substance-use treatment & support services.

  2. Narcotics Anonymous — https://www.na.org/
    Free mutual-help meetings worldwide for people recovering from drug addiction.

  3. SMART Recovery (already listed but also relevant here) — https://www.smartrecovery.org/
    Tools-driven, non-spiritual peer support for addiction recovery.

  4. Harm Reduction Coalition — https://harmreduction.org/
    Education, advocacy and free resources focused on safer substance-use practices and connections to services.

  5. Partnership to End Addiction — https://drugfree.org/
    Free resources for families, including helplines and educational toolkits.

  6. Local needle-exchange & harm-reduction services — search your city’s public health/harm-reduction orgs
    Free supplies, counseling and wraparound services often provided by nonprofit programs.

Education, Cognitive Skills & Lifelong Learning (6)

  1. Khan Academy — https://www.khanacademy.org/
    Free lessons in math, science, reading and life skills for learners of all ages.

  2. Coursera for Campus / free audits — https://www.coursera.org/ (many nonprofit partner courses available to audit for free)
    Free audited courses from universities to upskill cognitive and vocational abilities.

  3. Public Libraries (free access to courses and learning platforms) — check your local library website
    Free access to Lynda/LinkedIn Learning, language apps, and tutoring programs.

  4. 826 National (youth writing & tutoring) — https://826national.org/
    Free creative writing and literacy programs for young people.

  5. Literacy Volunteers / ProLiteracy — https://www.proliteracy.org/
    Free adult literacy programs and tutoring that boost cognitive functioning and confidence.

  6. National Endowment for the Arts / local arts councils — https://www.arts.gov/
    Free or low-cost creative learning programs that support cognitive flexibility and well-being.

Financial Wellness, Career & Life Skills

  1. National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) — https://www.nfcc.org/
    Free budgeting tools and low-cost financial counseling from a longstanding nonprofit.

  2. CareerOneStop (sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor) — https://www.careeronestop.org/
    Free career resources, resume help, training search and local workforce program links.

  3. Economic and Community Development Nonprofits (local) — check United Way and local community action agencies via 211.org
    Offer free job-readiness classes, financial coaching and skill-building workshops.

Creativity, Purpose & Community Connection

  1. 826 National (creative writing mentorship for youth) — https://826national.org/
    Free writing support and creative projects to build purpose and self-expression.

  2. VolunteerMatch — https://www.volunteermatch.org/
    Free searchable listings to find volunteer opportunities that build meaning, skills, and social connectedness.