Anchorage Local Assistance Programs

This page lists local organizations in Anchorage, Alaska that provide free legal help, food and social services. Statewide programs are described on the Alaska page.

Legal aid

Alaska Legal Services Corporation provides free civil legal help to low-income Alaskans in areas that include family law, housing, public benefits, health care, and consumer law. Apply online or call the Anchorage office.¹

The Alaska Institute for Justice provides legal services to immigrants, language access services, and climate justice policy work for Alaska Native communities. It is the only nonprofit in Alaska providing immigration legal services.²

Food

The Food Bank of Alaska distributes food through a network of partner agencies across Alaska. Its Anchorage building is a warehouse and administrative office, not a food distribution site. Use its Find Help tool or call 2-1-1 to find a pantry near you.³

Social services

Lutheran Social Services of Alaska provides food through its pantry and mobile distribution, plus emergency vouchers for state IDs, birth certificates, prescription medications, clothing, and transportation. No documentation is required and no questions are asked. Walk in during business hours or call.⁴

McKinnell House provides emergency shelter for families with children who are homeless, with 16 family rooms, meals, and case management. Families can stay up to 30 days, with longer stays possible as they move toward permanent housing. Call first before coming.⁵