This is a collection of resources (many of them are organized lists of other links) shared in the interest of mutual aid in a time of crisis. We cannot verify the validity of any of the information or services offered here. We hope they will help you connect with the support you need. PLEASE NOTE: This page is no longer being updated and many resources - especially for relief funding - may no longer be active.
Mostly Local - Bay Area
Comprehensive and very well-organized compilation of Bay Area resources:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R9y8KLbU-oZTJheoqobmqg6TJxkwSjTkJvm6WywHURk
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Request (and offer) support for East Bay folks with disabilities here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7LLhYN243k6xFlmQH26lAN9EoRXgEQGrghbqL8Ttc1K8YNA/viewform
Great spread sheet with resources to help families during the school shut down:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oN7WLN4lX3W86Wb283Bot0xzYgP8YS-JrAlWKJ89YwA
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Oakland at Risk Match - connecting healthy younger volunteers with elders and folks who are immunocompromised. Request or offer support during the corona crisis:
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Alameda County Houseless Resources During COVID-19
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jA_VTc6kgMJKulAWb9ZpvoGOr6x8HemFhVV0PqEXtYo
Relief Funds for Undocumented Workers During COVID-19
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IsPLuHoYK6ec7Gzxaw0i7On-NT1Z9IEj/edit
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Rooted in Resilience - links to food supplies and other resources
https://sites.google.com/view/food-resources-4-the-bay-area/bayareafood
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Virus Info, Preparedness & National Resources
Coronavirus Resource Kit - a comprehensive list of links:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Rcan4C_e6OBFBI5bUn7MtYK74Ab-WarxyJmDvZUI_YA
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Guidance from a disability rights activist on how to prepare for quarantine:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rIdpKgXeBHbmM3KpB5NfjEBue8YN1MbXhQ7zTOLmSyo/
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COVID-19 Community Care Info & Resources
https://anothergulf.com/covid-19communitycare
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Database of Resources During Corona Outbreak
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HEdNpLB5p-sieHVK-CtS8_N7SIUhlMpY6q1e8Je0ToY
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Sex in the Time of Coronavirus
https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/imm/covid-sex-guidance.pdf
https://thecrankyqueer.substack.com/p/how-to-have-sex-in-the-covid-19-coronavirus
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Search by zip code to locate ALL manner of support during COVID (food, $, housing, etc)
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Activism & Social Justice
Info from The Justice Collaborative on how you can advocate for justice and care for vulnerable populations facing Covid-19 -- especially people who are incarcerated or held in immigrant detention centers.
https://thejusticecollaborative.com/covid19
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Bay Rising info for organizers in a time of Corona Crisis:
https://bayrising.org/organizingduringcoronavirus
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Coronavirus Wisdom from a Social Justice Lens (podcast with resource links):
https://irresistible.org/podcast/corona
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Support for Artists & Gig Workers
A list of links with aid resources for artists and gig workers during the corona shut-down:
https://48hills.org/2020/03/lets-help-artists-workers-and-small-businesses-join-in/
Another list of resources for artists and gig workers impacted by the shut down:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xt1QZlGsyga_HrXagubV9O0rebV5dx4DuMOd2sWvWwc/
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Covid-19 & Freelance Artists (resources, relief, opportunities)
https://covid19freelanceartistresource.wordpress.com
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Emergency Funds for Freelancers & Creatives Losing Income During Coronavirus
Funding & Relief Resources for Artists & Musicians During COVID-19:
https://creative-capital.org/2020/03/13/list-of-arts-resources-during-the-covid-19-outbreak/
Mental & Spiritual Wellbeing
There are so many resources and virtual gatherings coming online each day that can support your spiritual and mental health -- meditation groups, worship services, lectures, workshops, concerts, book groups, open mic events. Social media is a great place to look. Below are a few resources for your wellbeing. More to be added....
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Covid-19 Mental Health Resource List (and more!)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GKVvUOq7LXV3rww4ndgHyWFuUugE-w_MnTlalhUqgAw
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Mental health and wellness resources for dealing Coronavirus anxiety:
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Supporting Children During Corona Crisis:
https://childmind.org/article/supporting-kids-during-the-covid-19-crisis/
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Online 12-step support groups, and online COVID-19 anxiety support groups:
https://www.intherooms.com/home/covid-19-resources/
https://www.lionrockrecovery.com/online-aa-meetings-and-support-groups
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TRACC (Trauma Response & Crisis Care) - individual support, virtual support groups, webinars, resource guide
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UVF9Yt6H0SZ8-TujNIiVZZ-5aRs9b9RW72FLRFKGRvQ/
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California Per-Run Mental Health Warm Line
1-855-845-7415
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National Suicide Prevention Life Line
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 / www.thehotline.org
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Stay at Home - Online Music Festival & Events Calendar
https://www.stayathomefest.com/
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Donate to Make a Difference
East Oakland Collective - solidarity with unhoused communities
http://www.eastoaklandcollective.com/
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The Village / Feed the People - solidarity with unhoused communities (fiscal sponsor Omni Commons)
https://www.paypal.me/thevillageinoakland
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Oakland Undocumented Relief Fund (OUR Fund) - supporting people unemployed during COVID
https://www.ourfundoakland.org/
UndocuFund SF - serving unemployed undocumented workers during COVID
https://www.undocufund-sf.org/en/
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UndocuFund Sonoma County - disaster relief
https://undocufund.org/donate/
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National Domestic Workers Alliance - coronavirus care fund
https://domesticworkers.org/coronavirus-care-fund
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Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity - relief & justice for detained immigrants
https://www.im4humanintegrity.org/2020/03/covid-19/
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Disability Justice Culture Club - Oakland grassroots org providing mutual aid by & for
disabled and/or neurodivergent QTPOC (www.facebook.com/disabilityjusticecultureclub)
Venmo @DJCultureClub or PayPal stacey.milbern@gmail.com
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