Community Resources
The Library strives to serve as a connector between our Kalkaska community and the resources they need to thrive.
When you walk through our doors, you’ll find more than just books. Think of us as the community’s living room:
comfortable, welcoming, and safe. This is a place you can belong, and a place to get support when you need it.
To browse our directory of community resources, select a topic heading from the menu below.
For more information about a specific resource, click the organization’s name to visit their website.
ACTS
Food pantry and thrift store.
8925 M-72, Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-938-2990
Community Lighthouse
Food pantry and laundromat.
430 West State St., Mancelona, MI 49659
231-587-9967
Father Fred Foundation
Food pantry, free clothing, and financial assistance.
826 Hastings St, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-947-2055
Kalkaska Area Interfaith Resources
Food pantry, home heating assistance, and thrift store.
324 S. Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-7836
Mancelona Food Pantry
Food pantry and resale shop.
201 N. Maple St., Mancelona, MI 49659
231-587-9606
Salvation Army Community Center
Food pantry, meal program, and free food market.
1239 Barlow St, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-946-4644
Coallition to End Homelessness
Temporary and permanent housing assistance.
844-900-0500
Goodwill Northern Michigan
Emergency shelters and low-income housing programs.
2279 S. Airport Rd, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-922-4805
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Homelessness prevention resources and housing assistance.
3963 Three Mile Rd, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-947-3780
Traverse City Salvation Army
Home heating assistance and emergency disaster relief.
1239 Barlow St, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-946-4644
CARE by Consumer’s Energy
Home heating and utility cost relief.
877-448-9433
Low-Income Self Sufficiency Plan by DTE
Income-based payment plan for home heating and other utilities.
1-800-317-9073
The Heat and Warmth Fund
Assistance making heat, electric, or water payments.
1-800-866-8429
Traverse City Salvation Army
Home heating assistance and emergency disaster relief.
1239 Barlow St, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-946-4644
True Stream Phone and Internet Access
Assistance getting rural phone and internet access.
Online only.
Antrim County Baby Pantry
Food, clothing, diapers, and other baby supplies.
209 Jefferson St, Mancelona, MI, 49659
231-492-7426
Bethany Christian Services
Family counseling and adoption support.
1055 Carriage Hill Dr., Traverse City, MI 49686
231-995-0870
Child and Family Services of Northwest Michigan
Counseling, adoption and foster care support, and teen shelter.
3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City, MI 49684
231-946-8975
Great Start Kids Collective
Early childhood resource directory, education, and play groups.
1101 Red Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-922-6437
Youth Health Corner
Mental health and primary care services for ages 5-21.
418 2nd St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-7791
Kalkaska County Commission on Aging
Senior services and support.
303 S. Coral St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-5030
PACE North
All-inclusive healthcare for the elderly.
2325 Garfield Rd North, Traverse City, MI, 49686
833-410-2086
Senior Life Solutions
Outpatient mental health services for seniors.
419 S. Coral St, Kalkaska, MI,49646
231-258-7755
Learning Express Citizenship Center
Prepare and practice for your US citizenship test.
Online only.
Michigan Voter Information Center
Voter registration, sample ballots, and local election information.
Online only.
Breast & Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program
Free cancer screening and care for low-income woman.
844-446-8727
District Health Department 10, Kalkaska County
Family health services, referrals, and WIC.
625 Courthouse Drive Kalkaska, MI 49646
231-258-8669
Generations Ahead
Free pregnancy and parenting assistance for teens.
39623 Mile Rd N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-883-0117
Michael’s Place
Grief counseling and bereavement services.
1212 Veterans Dr, Suite 100, Traverse City, MI, 49646
231-947-6453
North Country Community Mental Health
Mental health crisis and counseling services.
515 S. Birch St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-714-7332
Thrive Medical Clinic
Free ultrasounds and pregnancy support services.
121 S. Garfield Ave, Suite C, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-929-3488
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24/7 mental health and suicide prevention help.
Call, text, and instant chat options available.
988
Women’s Resource Center
Domestic and sexual violence resources.
720 S. Elmwood Ave #2, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-941-1210
Face Addiction Now
Substance abuse support groups and resources.
222 Cass St, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-486-5354
Live Well 4 Health
Healthy living and substance abuse support resources.
231-714-7332
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
Mental health services and substance abuse treatment locator.
1-800-662-HELP
UpNorth Prevention
Addiction education, outreach, and advocacy.
989-356-6385
Consumer Reports
Ratings, reviews, and buying advice for thousands of products.
Online only.
Learning Express Career Prep Center
Browse jobs, improve your resume, and prep for career exams.
Online only.
Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
Grants and education for small businesses.
231-582-6482
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Free IRS-approved low-income tax prep assistance.
3963 Three Mile Rd, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-947-3780
Northwest Michigan Works
Employment and resume assistance.
1209 S. Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-922-3700
UpSolve
Bankrupcy and debt support.
Online only.
Disability Rights Michigan
Disability support, resources, and advocacy.
517-487-1755
Michigan Legal Help
Legal resource library, education, and help finding a lawyer.
280 Washington Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
1-888-783-8190
Kalkaska Conservation District
Conservation education, equipment rental, and mini-grants.
406 S. Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-3307
Michigan Activity Pass
Discounted rates for museums, campgrounds, and recreation sites.
Online only.
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife defense, recreation resources, licenses, and education.
2122 M-37, Traverse City, MI, 49685
231-922-5280
Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance
Statewide hiking, biking, and backpacking trail information.
586-651-5180
North Country Trail
America’s longest national scenic trail; passes through Kalkaska.
866-445-3628
Tart Trails – Boardman/Ottaway River
Northern Michigan trail network; connects to North Country Trail.
148 E. Front St, Suite 201, Traverse City, MI, 49685
231-941-4300
Other Directories
Looking for an organization or program not listed here? Check out these other extensive resource directories:
American Red Cross
National Aid Resource Directory
231-947-7286
MI Bridges
Statewide Aid Programs
844-799-9876
MI Department of Health
Health & Safety Resources
844-799-9876
Michigan 211
Resource Directory & Call Line
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