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FREE Resources for Babies & Families in Austin
FREE resources for Austin parents, babies, and families including FREE diapers, formula assistance, WIC, FREE children's books, parenting programs, and family support services across Travis County.
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Any Baby Can
FREE parenting education classes, prenatal classes, and Early Childhood Intervention therapy for families with children 0–3, English & Spanish.
Visit siteAustin Diaper Bank
FREE diapers, Pull-Ups, wipes & period products via 40+ partner agencies. Call 2-1-1.
Visit siteAustin ISD Head Start / Early Head Start
FREE full-day Pre-K3 for 3-year-olds and Early Head Start for infants/toddlers, including meals. Income-eligible.
Visit siteBooks Beginning at Birth
FREE books for young children in Central Texas
Visit siteCentral Health Resource Centers — FREE Diapers & Hygiene Supplies
FREE diapers, hygiene products, and children's books — no appointment needed. One visit per month; ID/birth certificate needed for first visit.
Visit siteCommunities In Schools of Central Texas
FREE on-campus counseling, basic-needs help, and family support at 86+ Central Texas schools.
Visit siteCon Mi MADRE
FREE mother-daughter program guiding young Latinas from 6th grade through college with mentoring and counseling.
Visit siteDolly Parton's Imagination Library
FREE books mailed monthly to children under 5
Visit siteEarly Childhood Intervention (ECI)
Developmental therapy and support for children birth–36 months with delays or disabilities, in-home or telehealth.
Visit siteKids in Cars / Safe Riders
FREE child car seats for qualifying families (safety class required) plus FREE car-seat safety checks. Call 512-324-8687.
Visit siteMothers' Milk Bank at Austin
Prescribed pasteurized donor milk for fragile infants regardless of ability to pay, plus FREE community lactation and parenting classes. 5925 Dillard Circle.
Visit sitePartners in Parenting (PIP)
FREE weekly peer support groups for new parents; some groups offer grocery gift cards for families in need.
Visit siteWIC — Women, Infants & Children
Supplemental nutrition for qualifying families
Visit siteWonders & Worries
FREE professional support for children ages 2–18 coping with a parent's serious illness or injury. English & Spanish.
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Hours and programs change often. Call ahead before you go. Know something that belongs here? Email freeinaustin@gmail.com.