A clearer starting point for pregnancy and family resources.
This page brings together practical support in Indianapolis, including WIC, SNAP, Medicaid, utilities help, food access, and more, so families can move faster with less guesswork.
Welcome to Dieudonne
Foundation’s resource page for pregnant women in Indianapolis. As a nonprofit dedicated to maternal and infant health, we support birthing moms and Special communities by training doulas and providing vital resources. We understand that accessing assistance programs can feel overwhelming, especially during pregnancy. This page offers a simple guide to essential services to help you get the support you need.
Many of these resources provide services in multiple languages, including Haitian Creole. If you need assistance in a language other than English, please inform the organization when you reach out.
How To Apply
You’ll find details on how to apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, EAP for utilities, as well as information on food pantries, baby essentials, and community-specific support.
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
WIC provides food assistance, nutrition counseling, and referrals to eligible pregnant women, postpartum women, and children under five.
- How to Apply: Contact your local WIC office. Find a clinic near you: Indiana WIC Clinic Locator
- What You Get: Includes baby food and formula for eligible infants.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
SNAP helps low-income families purchase food.
- How to Apply: Visit the Indiana FSSA website: Apply for SNAP
- Need Help?: Contact your local Division of Family Resources (DFR) office for assistance.
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
TANF offers financial support to low-income families with children.
- How to Apply: Visit the Indiana FSSA website: Apply for TANF
- Need Help?: Contact your local DFR office for assistance.
Medicaid
Medicaid provides health insurance for low-income individuals and families.
- How to Apply: Visit the Indiana FSSA website: Apply for Medicaid
- Need Help?: Contact your local DFR office for assistance.
Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP assists low-income households with heating and cooling costs.
- How to Apply: Contact the John Boner Neighborhood Centers in Indianapolis: Energy Assistance Program
Food Pantries
Food pantries offer free food to those in need.
- Find Help: Locate a pantry near you: Indy Hunger Network Food Pantry Locator
Baby Essentials
Free diapers and other essentials are available for low-income families.
- Diapers: Learn more from the Indiana Diaper Bank: Indiana Diaper Bank
- Food and Formula: WIC provides baby food and formula for eligible infants
Community-Specific Resources
Additional support tailored to Haitian and BIPOC communities:
Note
Program eligibility and application processes may change. Please contact the organizations directly for the latest information.