Boaz
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Local offices in Boaz
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Regional office
211 Connects Alabama
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health, utilities, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211connectsalabama.org
Housing help · City office
Boaz Housing Authority
Help here
- Public housing informationContact the housing authority for information about local public housing.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofboaz.org
Utilities · Regional office
Boaz Water and Sewer Board
107 Billy Dyar Boulevard, Boaz, AL 35957
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billingContact the board to ask about water or sewer service, your bill, or paperless billing.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on boazwater.nexbillpayonline.com
Older adults · City office
Boaz Senior Center
112 South Church Street, Boaz, AL 35957
Help here
- Senior programs and activitiesAdults age 60 and older can come for meals, exercise, games, and other activities.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofboaz.org
Library · City office
Boaz Public Library
404 Thomas Avenue, Boaz, AL 35957
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use internet access, and find library programs and resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofboaz.org
Local office · City office
Boaz City Hall
112 North Broad Street, Boaz, AL 35957
Help here
- City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city government services and information.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofboaz.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Boaz first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Little Free Pantry
First Christian Church
42 miles from the center of Boaz3209 Whitesburg Drive SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Who can come: Hungry members of the community
Listed on fcc-hsv.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Daily Meals
First Stop
44 miles from the center of Boaz206 Stokes St., Huntsville, AL 35805
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Daily meals
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness
Listed on firststop.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
HAP Central/Downtown Location
Huntsville Assistance Program
45 miles from the center of Boaz206 Beirne Avenue NE, Huntsville, AL 35801
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Madison County residents
What to bring: Have a home in Madison County and a kitchen to prepare meals. Bring proof of Madison County residency and a photo ID. Food is available up to four times per year.
Listed on huntsvilleap.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Rose of Sharon Soup Kitchen
45 miles from the center of Boaz723 Arcadia Circle NW, Huntsville, AL 35801
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 1 PM
- Wed9 AM to 1 PM
- Thu9 AM to 1 PM
- Fri9 AM to 1 PM
Listed on roseofsharonsoupkitchen.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Luke Christian Church Food Pantry
St. Luke Christian Church
47 miles from the center of Boaz1800 Sparkman Drive, Huntsville, AL 35816
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 2 PM
- Tue9:30 AM to 2 PM
- Wed9:30 AM to 2 PM
Listed on stlukecchsv.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
HAP Madison/West Location
Huntsville Assistance Program
48 miles from the center of Boaz103 Gin Oaks Court, Madison, AL 35758
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM. Temporary change due to staffing
Who can come: Madison County residents
What to bring: Have a home in Madison County and a kitchen to prepare meals. Bring proof of Madison County residency and a photo ID. Food is available up to four times per year.
Listed on huntsvilleap.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Boaz
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of North Alabama
225 Finney Drive SW, Huntsville, AL 35824
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Services Alabama, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Offices for all of Marshall County
Boaz is in Marshall County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Marshall County WIC Clinic
150 Judy Smith Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976
Help here
- WICGet nutrition support and food benefits for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
State office
Marshall County Department of Human Resources
180 Bluff Road, Guntersville, AL 35976
Help here
- Food and family assistanceAsk about food assistance, family assistance, and related applications.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action Agency of Northeast Alabama
8180 A US Highway 431, Albertville, AL 35950
Help here
- Utility and weatherization assistanceApply for heating bill help or home weatherization if you meet the program rules.
- Family assistanceAsk about available help with rent, food, transportation, prescriptions, or job support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caaneal.org
Housing help · Regional office
Guntersville Housing Authority
1205 Wyeth Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976
Help here
- Public housingAsk about affordable public housing and how to apply.
- Housing Choice VoucherApply for rental help through the Housing Choice Voucher program.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on guntersvilleha.org
Human services · Regional office
2-1-1 HELPline
Help here
- Information and referralCall to find local help with basic needs, health care, jobs, and other services.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211connectsalabama.org
Public health · State office
Marshall County Health Department
150 Judy Smith Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976
Help here
- Public health servicesGet clinical services, vaccines, environmental health services, and health records.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
Alabama programs by kind of help
These are run by Alabama and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Connects Alabama
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 888-421-1266 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988