Basic Needs Resources

Below is a list of basic needs services in Austin/Travis County. While some of these items are linked to county and state services, others are local COA departments and non-profit agencies. There is no guarantee that services will be able to be provided. Many services require financial eligibility. For general information about community services, United Way/2-1-1 is always available for additional information.

Food

• SNAP benefits. Apply Here: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits

• Central Texas Food Bank- Food Pantry/Mass Food Distributions § Food Pantry Map: https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/food-assistance/get-food-now

Food Distribution

• https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/agencies

• El Buen Samaritano (Tues/Thurs 8:00-10:00 a.m.) 512-439-8900

• City of Austin Neighborhood Centers: http://www.austintexas.gov/department/neighborhood-centers

• Travis County Community Centers: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers

Medical Care

• Travis County MAP (Medical Assistance Program): https://www.centralhealth.net/map/

• Lone Star Circle of Care: https://lonestarcares.org/patients/financial-billing-information/eligibility-payment/

Mental Health

• Integral Care Crisis Hotline: 512-472-HELP(4357)

Rental Assistance

• City of Austin Neighborhood Centers: http://www.austintexas.gov/department/neighborhood-centers

• Travis County Community Centers: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers

• St. Vincent de Paul: 512-419-1667

Utility Assistance

• Austin Energy Plus 1: https://austinenergy.com/ae/residential/your-bill/customer-assistance-programs/financial-support-plus1

Child Care Assistance

• Workforce Solutions Child Care Services: https://www.wfscapitalarea.com/our-services/childcare/#parents

COVID-19 Testing

• Austin Public Health COVID-19 for testing call the Nursing Hotline 512-972-5560 or visit the testing portal: https://covid19.austintexas.gov/s/?language=en_US