Partner: Indy Parks and Recreation
For children 18 and under. Second Helpings will provide sandwiches for adults at some locations.
Partner: Perry Township Schools
For children 18 and under. Meals must be eaten on site.
Partner: Indianapolis Public Schools
For children 18 years of age and younger, even if they do not attend an IPS school. All meals must be eaten on site.
Partner: Wayne Township Schools
For children 18 years and younger. Meals must be eaten on site.
For more meal locations throughout the Indianapolis area see:
To find food pantries and meal sites closest to you, reach out to Indiana 211. Visit Indiana 211 Connect to find resources online, or dial 2-1-1 or 866-211-9966 to speak with a community navigator.
Partner: Marion County Public Health Department
COVID-19 vaccination clinics are hosted at some of our locations. The vaccines are free, and no appointment is needed. See our schedule.
Partner: Marion County Sheriff’s Office
Free, easy to use gun locks are available at all our locations. Gun locks secure a gun and keep it from firing, ensuring safety in homes with curious children. Anyone who desires a free gun lock need only visit their nearest Indianapolis Public Library branch and ask the staff for one. It will be provided at no cost, with no questions asked.
Partner: Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Center for Urban Health
Residents can screen their homes and yards for lead by picking up free Lead Screening Kits at all 17 Seed Library locations plus the Martindale-Brightwood Branch. Simply drop by the seed library closest to your home, pick up a Kit, collect samples, then return your Kit with those samples to the library. Learn more about this program.
Take charge of your health with help from the Library! You can find online and in-person exercise, mindfulness, or cooking classes, and other health related programs. We can also help you find reliable, trusted resources to manage good health and get access to medical research tools too. See our blog posts about health & wellness that cover both research assistance and reading recommendations.