Community Support Resources & Outreach

The New York Public Library offers a range of services and programs including free classes, workshops, events, and more. We strive to make our services and programs available to everyone, including people who are homebound through age or disability, immigrants (particularly those whose first language is not English), people in jail or prison, people with a disability, and people who are without a home. If you are interested in learning a new skill, meeting people in your community, or finding new ways to experience the rich cultural diversity that New York City has to offer, browse the links below, or contact any of our locations. Plus, visit the Library’s online resources page for information on e-books, learning aids, and other materials available with your library card.

Further, NYPL has collected a selection of links below to help our communities find additional resources from external groups and agencies related to health and wellness, housing information, financial assistance, and more.

Library Resources and Services

Immigrant Services

The Library helps non-English speaking and other immigrants navigate the culture, government, and educational system of the United States. Read More ›

Jail & Prison Services

NYPL's Jail & Prison Services team offers quality library services to incarcerated and criminalized people and their families, in and around New York. Read More ›

Social Work Assistance

The New York Public Library partners with accredited social work colleges across the city to connect you with students who can help you access vital social services, including housing, short-term shelter, food security, healthcare, and more. Read More ›

Income Tax Help

Each tax season, NYPL neighborhood branches across the city host organizations who can help you prepare and file your tax return electronically—all for free. Read More ›

Health & Wellness

Find Library resources and services to help you and your community stay physically and mentally healthy. 

Voter Information

Find out everything you need to know to vote in NYC, including how to register and check your registration status, where your polling station is, who's running for office, and how to research the issues. 

Services for 50+ Adults

As the average age increases with the aging of the Baby Boom generation—generally accepted as those born from 1946 to 1964—the Library has added programs targeting those 50 years of age and older. Read More ›

Neighborhood Tech Help

Do you or someone you know want to learn more about using tech? New York City libraries and the NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) are teaming up to offer one-on-one support near you. Read More ›

Services for Persons Without Homes

The New York Public Library can make arrangements to provide services to shelters and those living in shelters. Read More ›

Additional Resources

Financial Assistance & Resources

Find information on unemployment and job seeking, small business support, financial resources, and more. Read More ›

Food Security

Resources for options for food-insecure people and families who are able to leave their home, as well as delivery options for homebound, elderly, or ill persons, and more. Read More ›

Health Resources

Find information and remote resources for accessing general and mental health services. Read More ›

Housing & Tenants Rights

Find information about a wide array of housing resources, including affordable housing, options for those experiencing homelessness, senior living, and more. Read More ›

Legal Aid

Find a list of important free legal services, programs, and resources. Read More ›