Tarrant County Assistance Programs

[Pages:15]Tarrant County Assistance Programs

Fort Worth and Tarrant County Texas residents have multiple organizations that operate across the county that they can call for help. Some are located in churches, some in local nonprofit organizations, and some in government offices.

Residents of the area can not only call a food bank or pantry for groceries, perishable and nonperishable items, and free food, but they can also learn about other assistance programs and resources that may be available to them. For example, some of the organizations and churches may offer clothing or limited financial assistance for bills and rent, in addition to free food. Many have social workers that can help families apply for food stamps. Food pantries will often provide meals around the holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. If they do not have aid they can offer themselves, the agencies may very well be able to refer you to other organizations in the Arlington, Fort Worth, and Tarrant County region.

Below is an extensive listing of the agencies, churches, and non-profits to call for help in the area.

Community Action Partners may offer the most assistance in Fort Worth, Arlington, and Tarrant County.

Rent/mortgage assistance will qualified people and provide help with paying rent and mortgage for Tarrant County residents.

Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (known as CEAP) provides grants and financial assistance with utility bills electric, gas, and heating bill fuel assistance. In addition the CEAP program will also repair or replace an existing heater, propane tank, air conditioner, central air unit and/or heat unit, hot water heater and/or refrigerator.

Medical Bill and Prescription Emergency Expense. Receive help with expenses that may be related to the repair of a vehicle used for work. Get access to the Atmos Energy "Share the Warmth", which provides assistance to

Atmos Energy customers whose income is at or below 200% of Federal Income Guidelines or with extenuating circumstances. Assistance from Atmos is limited to once per year. Water Bill Utility/Plumbing Assistance: The agency will assist with past due water bills and pressurized water leak repair for families and households that pay for water from the Fort Worth Water Department. Program income eligibility is 175%-200% of Federal Income Guidelines depending on the exact funding source. Bus passes and gasoline vouchers may also available must meet guidelines for medical/social service agency appointments, transportation to job for limited time, and job search. TXU energy Aid provides utility and cooling assistance to TXU customers whose income is at or below 200% of Federal Income Guidelines or with extenuating circumstances. Utility assistance is limited to once per year. Minor home weatherization and repairs are available for Atmos Energy and Oncor service area customers. Cowboy Santas toys is a holiday assistance program for children ages 0-12 and Silver Stars gifts for seniors. Another resource is the Summer Food Service Program, which is offered during the summer when school is not in session and the After School Snack Program at Fort Worth Community Centers.

Call Community Action Partners, which is based in Fort Worth Texas at (817)392-5790.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) To receive a TANF grant, a family must be below both resource and income limits that are set for the program. HHSC will look at a family's income and then compare it with the amount the family pays for bills including basic needs such as utilities, rent, child care, outstanding debts, and other work-related expenses. All resources such as money in the bank, cash on hand, and type of vehicles you own are also considered. Families who are approved for the TANF program will receive cash payments for six months to help with bills and debt. Families who receive TANF benefits can also receive Medicaid benefits.

One-Time TANF One-time TANF grant payment will provide a $1,000 payment in cash for families that are in a short term crisis. Phone 1-877-541-7905. The purpose of the one-time TANF payment is to help families with a short-term crisis such as:

Loss of a job. Not being able to get to their jobsite because their vehicle is not working. Loss of financial support they were receiving for a child, such as loss of child

support. The payment can help with paying living expenses (utilities, rent, and food). Not being able to find a job after graduating from a college, university, junior college or technical training school. Loss of an apartment or home. Medical or health care emergency.

One-Time TANF Grandparent Payment The One-Time TANF Grandparent Payment is a $1,000 payment in cash that is given to a grandparent who cares for a child receiving TANF.

Food Stamp Program The Texas Food Stamp Program will helps people with lower incomes and resources buy the food they need for their good health. Food stamps are typically provided to a single family or person who meets the program's requirements. 1-877-541-7905

Assistance in Tarrant County and Fort Worth

Arlington Urban Ministries Crisis situations can be addressed for emergency food, rent and utilities. They provide individualized assistance to people in need of help or transition with their lives. 701 Dugan Street Arlington, Texas 76010 Phone: 817-861-8585 Hours: Mon-Thur 9:00am-5:00pm, Closed Friday

Arborlawn United Methodist Church Food Pantry This location is a free food pantry that offers assistance only and can provide nonperishable food only. Address - 5001 Briarhaven Road Fort Worth, Texas 76109 Phone number to call for food or assistance is 817-731-0701 Hours of the church: Mon-Thurs 8:00am-12:30pm

Arlington Charities, Inc. Food and more is offered. Call for access to emergency food and clothing including school or work clothing. In addition, household items and linens are offered as available. Seasonal assistance too including school supplies and Thanksgiving & Christmas groceries. Address - 811 Secretary Dr Arlington, TX 76015 Call for help - 817-275-1511 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm office, Client check-in 9:00am-noon.

Azle Church of Christ The church provides limited food assistance and groceries through food pantry. 336 Northwest Parkway Azle, Texas 76020 Church phone number: 817-444-4202 Hours: Tues-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm office/service

Battered Women's Foundation Emergency food pantry as well as free food and clothing-for battered and single women and their children-includes coats, blankets and other miscellaneous items. Center address - 4166 Willman Richland Hills, TX 76180 Telephone: 817-284-6343 Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-4:00pm

Bethlehem Center Call them for referrals to other local charities and agencies and services provided to increase support, resources and opportunities to increase self-sufficiency. An on site emergency food and clothing pantry and center is also available for low income families and fixed-income senior citizens in the region. 970 E Humbolt St Fort Worth, Texas 76104 Phone number: 817-332-7911 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm office, 2:30pm-6:00pm during school, 7:30am-6:00pm summer and holidays,9:00am-1:00pm/Polytechnic and Bethlehem Centers, 9:00am-Noon

Christ the King Episcopal Church Call them to access limited emergency food and financial assistance only. 3290 Lackland Road Fort Worth, Texas 76116 Dial the church at: 817-732-3121 Center Hours: TUES ONLY 10:00am-Noon food distribution

Bisbee Food Ministries Some perishable items are available based on need, as well as additional emergency food consisting of canned goods and produce among other items. Meals and gifts for the holidays may be distributed to the low income. 3001 Gertie Barrett Rd Mansfield, Texas 76063 Phone number: 817-478-9713 Hours: Thur 11:00am-1:00pm

Bread Basket Ministries Supplemental food and clothing is available, as well as emergency food to persons age 55+ and/or disabled by appointment. 2809 Mansfield Hwy Fort Worth, TX 76119 Phone number: 817-535-2323 Hours of the center: Tues-Thur 9:00am-4:00pm office

Broadway Baptist Center A on site food pantry provides groceries and free foodstuffs for residents in the designated service area. Families can get assistance every 30 days at most, so use wisely. The center is located at 305 W Broadway Fort Worth, TX 76104 Telephone: 817-336-7464 x-8254 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

Christian Center of Forth Worth The center serves holiday meals on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day also, and it also provides free food Tuesdays and clothing Thursdays. 4301 NE 28th Street Haltom City, TX 76117 Phone: 817-834-5595 The center is open the following hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon, 1:00pm-5:00pm office, Tues Thurs 9:00am-11:00am service hours

Christian Community Assistance A partnership of local churches formed this group, and they provide help to individuals who are facing a hardship. Location - 1903 W Bowie Fort Worth, Texas 76110 Tarrant County Phone number to call for assistance: 817-921-9622 Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-Noon, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Community Action Partners-Far Northwest Center The Tarrant County community action agency operates FIT Families in Transition Program, which is a resource that was designed to help families overcome barriers and ultimately become financially independent over the long term. 920 Roberts Cut-off Road Fort Worth, TX 76114 Phone: 817-624-3139 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm Another office for the same program is located in Mansfield, TX 76063, and can be reached at 817-473-0253

Community Care Assistance This resource is an emergency assistance program and can help people in the form of a free food pantry and clothes closet for persons and families who have experienced an emergency or crisis in their lives. 1015 Gibbins Road Arlington, Texas 76011 Call for assistance - 817-860-9702 Hours: Wed-Fri 10:30am-1:30pm service, Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm office

Community Caring Center Distributes household appliances, free food, clothing, furniture includes beds, TV, washerdryer and durable medical equipment based on availability. Address - 317 Commerce Street City - Azle, Texas 76020 Phone: 817-270-2962 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT CENTER INC. - FOOD SERVICES This non-profit provides direct aid food services. 6250 NE Loop 820 N Richland Hills, TX 76180 Dial for food: 817-281-1164 Hours of the site: Mon Tues Thur 10:00am-2:00pm, Wed 9:30am-12:30pm seniors only, Thur 6:00pm-8:00pm, Fri 10:00am-Noon

Community Link Mission A collaboration of area churches can distribute emergency food from a pantry, and help is provided for residents in select zip codes. Food and non-financial assistance is available three times a year. 208 S Hampshire Saginaw, Texas 76179 Phone number: 817-847-4554 Hours: Tues Thur 9:00am-4:00pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm

BIRCHMAN BAPTIST CHURCH- CORNERS OF THE FIELD Clothing assistance and food is provided through an assistance program called Corners of the Field-primarily canned goods are given, clothing available in all sizes to the low income and needy. 9100 N Normandale Street Fort Worth, TX 76116 Telephone: 817-244-6590 Hours of the site: Thurs 1:00pm-3:30pm service hrs, Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm office

Cornerstone Community Center Health care, advice, emergency assistance including food and clothing. In regards to health care, the center provides medical services which include mammograms, pap smears, health care classes, and pelvic exams. 915 East Peach Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 Phone: 817-336-1922 Hours: Mon Wed Fri 9:00am-2:00pm food, Tues Thur 10:00am-2:00pm clothing, Medical Services by appt

Crowley House of Hope This charity organization provides free food, groceries and clothing assistance as well as financial assistance to be used for rent and bills limit of $200 per year based on availability of funds. 216 N Magnolia City of Crowley, Texas 76036 Dial - 817-297-6400 Hours: Mon Wed Fri Sat 9:00am-4:00pm office, service & thrift store hours

Eastland Street Baptist Church Food pantry offers food assistance and other forms of non-financial aid. 4300 Eastland Street Fort Worth, TX 76119 Phone: 817-534-8931 Hours: Tues 6:30-8:00pm food pantry, Mon-Thurs 9:00am-1:00pm

Eastside Ministries of Fort Worth Provides emergency free food including supplemental food for disabled/elderly, baby food, clothing, school supplies, blankets, diapers, and personal hygiene items. 5929 E Lancaster Fort Worth, Texas 76112 Call the center at - 817-446-3278 Center Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:00am new clients, 9:00am-Noon existing clients, 9:00am 12:30pm donations

The Salvation Army of Tarrant County Provides food and emergency financial assistance for rent, bills, medications and other aid and case management to eligible families in crisis depending on availability of funding. Apply early. 1855 East Lancaster Fort Worth, TX 76103 Phone: 817-344-1800 Salvation Army Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm ofc, Wed 9:00am-11:00am and 2:00pm4:00pm food boxes

First Baptist Church-Azle Canned and dry goods are obtained from the food pantry. Food passed out includes perishable items as well as provided once a month on 2nd Wednesday, exceptions made in emergency situations to qualified people. Address - 1016 Boyd Road Azle, Texas 76020 Phone: 817-444-4828 Hours: 2nd Wed 11:30am-12:30pm food pantry, answering machine available.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-BRIAR Get groceries and food assistance through food pantry. 200 WN Woody Road Azle, TX 76020 Phone number of the church: 817-444-3484 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:30pm office/service

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-CASTLE HILLS Clothing and food are distributed on the third Thursday of each month to the low income and needy. The church also runs a general food pantry, provides clothing, and can provide some fresh perishables and frozen foods depending on donations to the center. 401 Beverly Road City - Azle, TX 76020 Dial: 817-237-7086 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm office, 3rd Thurs 9:00am-1:00pm service

First Baptist Church - Everman This church runs a food pantry only Address - 501 W Barron Avenue Everman, Texas 76140 dial the center at 817-293-1694 Hours of the church: Mon-Fri 8:30am-1:00pm office/food

First Missionary Baptist Church Community and Family Enrichment In addition to the food assistance that is available once a month to those in need, both family and individual counseling as well as parenting education classes also offered to the needy. Address of the center - 4928 Miller Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76119 Call - 817-534-8700 Hours: Call church for office hours, Third Sat 9:00am-Noon food distribution

Fort Worth First Presbyterian church A food pantry and a clothing closet is offered by this center as well as other minimal staples. All assistance and resources are provided at the First H.A.N.D. Ministry. 1000 Penn Street Fort Worth, Texas 76102 Phone: number 817-335-1231 church Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm ofc hrs, Wed-Thurs Noon-4:00pm service hrs

First United Methodist Church Arlington Get free food that requires no preparation, such as crackers, canned meat, etc. and groceries and food is offered on an emergency assistance basis. Address - 313 N Center Street Arlington, TX 76011 Dial for help - 817-274-2571 Hours of church: Mon-Thur 8:00am-4:30pm, Fri 8:00am-1:30pm office

Harvesting International Ministry Center Food Pantry This food bank/pantry provides emergency food assistance and groceries to low income persons and families in need of help as well supplemental assistance to those in situations requiring continued help or some form of support. 560 Easy Drive Mansfield, TX 76063 Phone: 817-453-3663 Hours: Tue Thur 10:00am-Noon & 2:00pm-4:00pm food distribution

Forest Hills Seventh Day Adventist Church The food pantry run by the church offers both financial assistance for bills (as funds are available) and also distributes food. 7224 Forest Hill Drive Forest Hill, TX 76140 Phone: 817-293-2553 Hours: Appt time will be given when call is returned by contact person.

Fort Worth First Seventh Day Adventist Church This particular church runs a food pantry only. The address of this church is 7051 McCart, Fort Worth, TX 76133 Phone: 817-294-5729 Hours: Tues 1:00pm-3:00pm service hours and pick up aid during this time

Mission Arlington The center provides free food including clothing includes blankets, formula/baby food, emergency financial assistance, and furniture to those who need help. 210 West South Street Arlington, Texas 76010 Phone: 817-277-6620

Fort Worth Hope Center Both perishable and nonperishable food and clothing to families in need are offered, and it is in the form of a relief program. 3625 E Loop 820 South Fort Worth, Texas 76119 Phone: 817-451-6288 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm ofc, Tues 8:30am-9:30am food/clothing

Grace Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange A limited amount of financial assistance and food is offered. Get help with water and rent assistance, clothing, fans, utility gas, prescription vouchers, electric, gasoline vouchers, and other limited aid as needed. Address - 610 Shady Brook Dr Grapevine, TX 76051 Call for help - 817-488-7009 The center is open for these hours: Mon Tues Thur Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Wed 1:00pm-6:00pm, clinic is open on Tuesdays only doors open at 5:00pm and must be signed in by 5:30pm to be seen.

Grace Temple Seventh Day Adventist Church The food pantry run by this church will offer nonperishable as well as perishable food to those in need. Food pantry consists of canned food, dairy items, frozen food as well as fresh produce. Address - 4200 E Berry Fort Worth, TX 76119 Phone number: 817-535-3800 Church hours: 5:00-7:00pm Monday service hours

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