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NASA Operating Status: NASA is currently CLOSED due to a lapse in Government funding.

Marshall Shutdown Operations Guidance

Below, you’ll find helpful guidance, support options, and practical suggestions to assist you and your family during the shutdown. For more resources and an extensive list that is being updated frequently, visit Inside Marshall.

*Inclusion on this list doesn’t imply endorsement by the agency.

• 211 Connects Alabama: Dial 2-1-1 for information about health and human service organizations in your community, including food banks, clothing, shelters, rent assistance, utility assistance; local services and programs.
• Financial institutions have tools and options to help if the furlough is creating a financial burden. Many can offer deferred loan payments, provide low-interest or interest free loans, and offer financial counseling. Reach out directly to local financial institutions to discuss your situation.
• Service providers (utilities, telephone, cable) may also have modified or deferred payment options available. Reach out to your providers directly to see what options are available if you need assistance. Huntsville Utilities is encouraging customers who need assistance to contact them at 256-535-1200 or custserv@hsvutil.org.
• The Employee Assistance Program remains available and open for employees needing mental health and other assistance. Call 256-698-9589 for Marshall employees. For urgent mental health counseling outside of normal business hours, call NASA’s after-hours service at 1-888-964-3032. For emergencies, call 911.
• Food Bank of North Alabama is providing food for those that need it.
• Huntsville Career Center & Unemployment Office: 2535 Sparkman Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35810. Phone: (256) 851-5275. Email: huntsville@alcc.alabama.gov
• The CARE Center: Employment readiness, life skills, workforce development, and job placement (256) 723-2273.
• Our legal office is available to provide information and forms for outside work approval. Please contact Kris White at john.k.white@nasa.gov.
• Government benefits | USAGov is a U.S. government website that helps citizens find information about and determine their eligibility for various government benefit and assistance programs.
• MyFEDBenefits has relaunched its Shutdown Assistance Map (SAM), which lists local businesses and organizations offering help to furloughed federal workers. You can:
  • Click on Alabama to see local offers
  • Find food pantries, discounts, and emergency services
  • View national offers from banks, credit unions, and auto lenders
• Redstone Arsenal is open. Download the “MyArmyPost” app to get real-time updates and gate information.
• The Visitor Control Center at Gate 9 and Marshall’s Badging Office at Building 4312 is open.
• For detailed info on the center and what services are open, visit Inside Marshall.
• NASA Furlough Letter for Creditors: If you need a letter for your financial institution, go here.

We encourage you to stay informed by following news and social media outlets for updates on additional programs and resources as they become available.