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Find Fox Valley Resources

Browse available recovery help by what you need. Resource availability can change quickly, so check the last-verified time and confirm details before traveling.

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Choose the closest topic. Many resources appear under more than one topic because recovery needs overlap.

Find shelter or housingEmergency shelter, temporary lodging, displacement, rent, and housing support.Find food or mealsPrepared meals, groceries, food pantries, and meal delivery.Find clean waterDrinking water, water notices, and safe-water access.Find clothes or basicsClothing, hygiene products, bedding, and basic household necessities.Find financial helpEmergency assistance, benefits, rent, utilities, and recovery funding.Find utility or charging helpOutages, gas and electric safety, generators, device charging, and utilities.Find cleanup helpBranch removal, debris, hauling, tarping, trees, and property cleanup.Find a ride or transportRides, accessible transportation, towing, detours, and delivery.Find medical or medication helpHealthcare access, medication replacement, medical equipment, and public health.Find emotional supportCrisis support, grief, stress, trauma, and human connection.Find family supportChildcare, school needs, baby supplies, and practical family support.Find accessibility supportMobility, disability, older-adult, caregiver, and accessible-service needs.Find pet or animal helpShelter, food, fostering, veterinary care, livestock, and lost animals.Find claim or legal helpClaims, renters, legal aid, contractor safety, permits, and consumer protection.Find work or business helpLost work, small businesses, workspaces, equipment, and business recovery.Find phone or internet accessCharging, Wi-Fi, phones, communications, and information access.Find organized volunteersCoordinated volunteer opportunities, standby lists, and official response calls.Find supplies or toolsTools, trailers, equipment, cleanup supplies, and material support.Find other helpA practical recovery need or offer that does not fit another topic.
Resource seed checked: Jul 28, 2026, 10:26 AM CDT. Time-sensitive volunteer and incident resources require continued verification before relying on them.

43 resources shown

Established local nonprofitFree informationShelter & HousingTransportationWork & Business Recovery

2026 Storm Response and Volunteer Updates

Volunteer Fox Cities

Official Fox Valley storm-response page with current volunteer guidance, safety instructions, trusted-information reminders, and links to newly available opportunities.

Area servedFox Valley, with current response information for Menasha, Neenah, Appleton, and nearby communities
AvailabilityUpdated as recovery needs and volunteer opportunities are confirmed
Who it servesResidents, volunteers, organizations, and businesses
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 10:26 AM CDT
Official public serviceFreeMedical Care & MedicationMental Health & Emotional Support

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Wisconsin Department of Health Services / 988

Free, confidential, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for emotional distress, mental-health crisis, grief, anxiety, or thoughts of suicide.

Area servedWisconsin and nationwide
Availability24/7
Who it servesAnyone needing crisis support
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Nonprofit public serviceFree referral serviceOtherShelter & HousingFood & Meals

Call 211 for Disaster Help and Damage Reporting

211 Wisconsin

Connects residents with current shelter, food, housing, transportation, utility, health, and recovery resources and can route storm-damage reports.

Area servedFox Valley and statewide Wisconsin
AvailabilityAvailable anytime
Who it servesResidents and affected households
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Community organizationFreeFood & MealsClean WaterClothing & Household Basics

Christ the Rock Food Pantry

Christ the Rock Community Church

Provides supplemental food pickup in Menasha; requests are normally submitted before Tuesday pickup.

Area servedFox Valley
AvailabilityTuesday pickup; verify current storm-related operations
Who it servesHouseholds needing supplemental food
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitFree disaster assistance; eligibility variesOtherShelter & HousingMoney & Financial Help

Disaster Assistance and Temporary Shelter Support

American Red Cross of Wisconsin

Offers disaster relief and recovery assistance including temporary shelter or housing, health services, mental-health support, and possible financial assistance.

Area servedFox Valley and Wisconsin
AvailabilityDisaster line available by phone
Who it servesPeople affected or displaced by disaster
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitFree/eligibility-based assistanceShelter & HousingClothing & Household BasicsMoney & Financial Help

Emergency Financial and Basic-Needs Assistance

LEAVEN

May assist with urgent basic needs such as housing, utilities, transportation, hygiene items, and other emergency expenses after an assessment.

Area servedOutagamie and Calumet counties; Fox Cities
AvailabilityMon 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tue-Thu 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.-noon
Who it servesEligible households needing emergency assistance
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitFree/eligibility and program rules may applyFood & MealsClean WaterClothing & Household Basics

Food Assistance

St. Joseph Food Program

Provides supplemental food assistance from its Menasha location and supports area school backpack food programs.

Area servedFox Cities and surrounding area
AvailabilityCheck current client hours before traveling
Who it servesHouseholds needing food assistance
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentFree guidanceShelter & HousingMoney & Financial HelpCleanup, Trees & Debris

Insurance Steps After a Storm

Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance

Official guidance on documenting damage, contacting the insurer, emergency repairs, contractor caution, and preserving receipts.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityOnline
Who it servesHomeowners, renters, and insured property owners
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitVaries by serviceShelter & HousingPets & Animals

Lost, Found, and Shelter Animal Support

Fox Valley Humane Association

Local animal shelter and resource center with lost/found pet information and animal services.

Area servedFox Valley service area
AvailabilityCheck current hours before traveling
Who it servesPet owners and people who find displaced animals
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Public utilityFree reporting lineOtherUtilities, Power & Charging

Menasha Electric Outage or Downed Line

Menasha Utilities

Reports power outages, partial power, flickering service, and electrical hazards in the Menasha Utilities service area.

Area servedMenasha Utilities service area
AvailabilityEmergency reporting
Who it servesMenasha Utilities customers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official local governmentCrisis call is free; follow-up services varyMedical Care & MedicationMental Health & Emotional Support

Outagamie County Mental Health Crisis Line

Outagamie County Health and Human Services

Local 24-hour mental-health crisis support and connection to county behavioral-health services.

Area servedOutagamie County
Availability24/7 crisis line
Who it servesPeople in Outagamie County experiencing emotional or mental-health crisis
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentBenefit replacement; eligibility and deadlines applyShelter & HousingFood & MealsClean Water

Replace Food Lost During a Power Outage

Wisconsin Department of Health Services

FoodShare members may be able to request replacement benefits for food destroyed in a household misfortune such as an extended outage.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityApply promptly using official instructions
Who it servesCurrent Wisconsin FoodShare members who lost food
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Established local nonprofitFree volunteer registrationTransportationWork & Business RecoveryVolunteer Opportunities

Tornado Volunteer Standby List

Volunteer Fox Cities

Official standby registration for people willing to help with recovery from the July 2026 tornado and severe storms. Volunteer Fox Cities asks people not to self-deploy and to wait for specific assignments.

Area servedFox Valley, including Menasha, Neenah, Appleton, and nearby affected communities
AvailabilityOngoing standby registration; assignments are shared as needs are confirmed
Who it servesResidents, groups, businesses, and skilled volunteers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 10:26 AM CDT
Official local animal serviceVaries by serviceShelter & HousingPets & Animals

Winnebago County Animal Services

Winnebago County Animal Services

County animal-services resource for stray, lost, welfare, and shelter questions in Winnebago County.

Area servedWinnebago County
AvailabilityCheck current service hours
Who it servesPet owners and residents dealing with stray or displaced animals
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official local governmentCrisis contact is free; follow-up services varyMedical Care & MedicationMental Health & Emotional Support

Winnebago County Crisis Center

Winnebago County Human Services

Provides 24/7 immediate support, crisis intervention, and connection to ongoing care for individuals and families.

Area servedWinnebago County, including Menasha/Neenah/Fox Crossing
Availability24/7
Who it servesPeople in Winnebago County experiencing crisis
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Established local nonprofitFree volunteer portalShelter & HousingTransportationWork & Business Recovery

Browse Fox Valley Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Fox Cities - Get Connected

Official volunteer portal for current Fox Valley opportunities, including storm-response needs as participating organizations publish them.

Area servedFox Valley and nearby communities
AvailabilityAvailable online; opportunity schedules vary
Who it servesIndividual volunteers, families, groups, and businesses
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 10:26 AM CDT
Official local governmentInformation free; ride costs varyMoney & Financial HelpTransportationOlder Adults & Disability Support

Calumet County ADRC and Transportation Services

Calumet County ADRC

Provides no-cost information and assistance for older adults and people with disabilities, including transportation-service navigation.

Area servedCalumet County portion of the Fox Valley
AvailabilityWeekday county hours
Who it servesOlder adults, people with disabilities, caregivers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official local governmentFreeOther

Calumet County Disaster Information and Alerts

Calumet County Emergency Management

Official county page for incident updates, instructions, recovery information, and emergency notifications affecting Calumet County communities.

Area servedCalumet County portion of the Fox Valley
AvailabilityOnline; incident updates as posted
Who it servesResidents in Harrison, Menasha portions, and other Calumet County communities
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitFree/eligibility and availability varyShelter & HousingFood & MealsClean Water

Emergency Necessities and Social Services

The Salvation Army Fox Cities

Local social-service and disaster-response organization that may provide or coordinate emergency necessities depending on current operations.

Area servedFox Cities
AvailabilityContact for current services
Who it servesHouseholds needing basic-needs assistance
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Public transit agencyStandard fares; emergency changes may applyShelter & HousingTransportation

Fox Cities Bus Service and Detours

Valley Transit

Fixed-route transit serving Fox Cities communities, with current detours, route information, and customer service.

Area servedAppleton, Menasha, Neenah, Fox Crossing and connected Fox Cities routes
AvailabilitySee current service alerts
Who it servesResidents needing public transportation
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Regional housing systemFree assessment/referralShelter & Housing

Fox Cities Coordinated Entry for Homeless Services

Fox Cities Housing Coalition / Wisconsin Balance of State CoC

Central starting point for households experiencing homelessness to be assessed and connected with appropriate housing resources.

Area servedFox Cities
AvailabilityCall for current intake
Who it servesPeople who are homeless or at imminent risk
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified legal nonprofitFree for eligible clientsShelter & HousingMoney & Financial HelpInsurance, Legal & Contractor Help

Free Civil Legal Help Intake

Legal Action of Wisconsin

Provides civil legal-aid intake for eligible people, including housing, benefits, debt, employment, and other issues that may arise during recovery.

Area servedWisconsin, including the Fox Valley
AvailabilityPhone or online intake
Who it servesIncome-eligible Wisconsin residents
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Public utilityFree reporting lineOtherClean Water

Menasha Water Emergency

Menasha Utilities

Reports water-service emergencies in the Menasha Utilities service area.

Area servedMenasha Utilities service area
AvailabilityEmergency reporting
Who it servesMenasha Utilities water customers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitMany programs free; check current offeringsMedical Care & MedicationMental Health & Emotional Support

Mental Health Support and Education

NAMI Fox Valley

Provides local mental-health support, education, outreach, and navigation for individuals and families.

Area servedFox Valley
AvailabilityOffice Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Who it servesIndividuals and families affected by mental-health conditions or stress
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Public transit agencyFares and eligibility applyTransportationOlder Adults & Disability Support

Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride

Valley Transit / Northern Winnebago County

Demand-response transportation options for eligible residents in Neenah, Menasha, and Fox Crossing.

Area servedNeenah, Menasha, and Fox Crossing
AvailabilityAdvance scheduling required
Who it servesEligible older adults and riders with mobility needs
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentFree government assistanceMoney & Financial HelpCleanup, Trees & DebrisInsurance, Legal & Contractor Help

Report a Consumer Scam or Contractor Problem

Wisconsin DATCP Consumer Protection

Provides consumer guidance and accepts complaints involving deceptive practices, repair scams, and other marketplace problems.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityBusiness hours and online
Who it servesWisconsin consumers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentFreeOtherCleanup, Trees & DebrisTransportation

Road Closures and Travel Conditions

511 Wisconsin

Official Wisconsin road information for closures, incidents, construction, and travel conditions. Local streets may not all appear.

Area servedFox Valley and Wisconsin
AvailabilityOnline and continuously updated
Who it servesAnyone who must travel
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitFree/eligibility-based servicesShelter & Housing

Shelter and Housing Support

Pillars

Provides shelter, housing, and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

Area servedFox Cities and surrounding communities
AvailabilityCall for current intake and availability
Who it servesAdults and families facing homelessness or housing instability
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official local governmentInformation and assistance free; ride costs varyTransportationOlder Adults & Disability Support

Transportation and Disability Resource Navigation

Outagamie County ADRC

Helps older adults and people with disabilities identify transportation and other support options.

Area servedOutagamie County
AvailabilityMon-Fri 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Who it servesOlder adults, people with disabilities, caregivers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official social mediaFree public informationShelter & HousingVolunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Fox Cities on Facebook

Volunteer Fox Cities

Official Facebook page used to share current Fox Valley volunteer information and storm-response updates. Facebook access or login requirements may vary.

Area servedFox Valley and nearby communities
AvailabilityUpdates posted as information becomes available
Who it servesResidents and volunteers who follow updates on Facebook
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 10:26 AM CDT
Official local governmentVaries by providerShelter & HousingFood & MealsClean Water

Winnebago County Food Resource Directory

Winnebago County

Official county collection of current food-assistance resources serving Neenah, Menasha, Fox Crossing, and the broader county.

Area servedWinnebago County, including Menasha/Neenah/Fox Crossing
AvailabilityOnline directory
Who it servesPeople seeking local food resources
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentFree government assistanceMoney & Financial HelpInsurance, Legal & Contractor Help

Wisconsin Insurance Questions and Complaints

Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance

Helps Wisconsin consumers with insurance questions and formal complaints when problems cannot be resolved directly with an insurer.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityBusiness hours; online complaint process
Who it servesWisconsin insurance consumers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Regional business organizationVaries by resourceTransportationWork & Business Recovery

Fox Cities Small-Business Resource Directory

Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce

Connects local businesses with financing, counseling, workforce, and operational resources; disaster-specific programs must be confirmed separately.

Area servedFox Cities
AvailabilityOnline directory and chamber contact
Who it servesFox Valley businesses and employers
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofitProgram-specific; eligibility appliesShelter & HousingCleanup, Trees & Debris

Home Repair and Housing Programs

Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity

Offers housing and home-repair programs; contact the organization to determine whether a storm-related property or household qualifies.

Area servedGreater Fox Cities
AvailabilityContact before relying on availability
Who it servesHomeowners and households seeking repair options
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Verified nonprofit/community programVaries by ride optionTransportationOlder Adults & Disability Support

Ride Coordination for Older Adults and People with Disabilities

Make The Ride Happen

Coordinates transportation resources for older adults and people with disabilities in the Fox Cities region.

Area servedFox Cities and surrounding area
AvailabilityContact for current scheduling and eligibility
Who it servesOlder adults and people with disabilities
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official local governmentVaries by serviceMedical Care & MedicationMental Health & Emotional Support

Winnebago County Public Health and WIC

Winnebago County Public Health

County public-health information and services, including a Neenah office and WIC support for eligible families.

Area servedWinnebago County
AvailabilityWeekday office hours
Who it servesWinnebago County residents and families
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentOfficial response capabilityPets & Animals

Wisconsin Animal Response Corps

Wisconsin DATCP

Trained animal-emergency response capability that supports local authorities when officially requested and activated.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityActivation-based; not a direct public dispatch service
Who it servesEmergency managers and animal-response partners; public information
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT
Official state governmentFree information; program eligibility variesMoney & Financial HelpTransportationInsurance, Legal & Contractor Help

Wisconsin Disaster Recovery Program Information

Wisconsin Emergency Management

Explains public and individual recovery programs and when federal or state assistance may become available after a declaration.

Area servedWisconsin
AvailabilityOnline
Who it servesResidents, businesses, and local governments
Last checkedJul 28, 2026, 1:47 AM CDT