Huntsville
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Local offices in Huntsville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Madison County Department of Human Resources
2206 Oakwood Avenue NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Housing help · City office
Huntsville Community Development
305 Fountain Circle, Huntsville, AL 35801
Help here
- Housing programsFind city housing programs and information about homeownership, rental and utility assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on huntsvilleal.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Huntsville Housing Authority
200 Washington Street NE, Huntsville, AL 35801
Help here
- Public housingApply in person for affordable public housing if you meet the program rules.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hsvha.org
Local office · City office
Huntsville Connect
Help here
- City service requestsReport a city problem or send a service request through Huntsville Connect.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on huntsvilleal.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Huntsville Comprehensive Career Center
2535 Sparkman Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help finding work, job training and career services.
- Unemployment benefits guidanceTalk with an unemployment benefits guide about unemployment claims and eligibility.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adol.alabama.gov
State office
Huntsville Driver License Office
7262 Governors West, Suite 202-203, Huntsville, AL 35806
Help here
- Driver license servicesVisit the state office for driver license services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alea.gov
Library · Regional office
Downtown Huntsville Public Library
915 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL 35801
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, information and programs at the downtown branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hmcpl.org
Library · Regional office
North Huntsville Public Library
3011 Sparkman Drive, Huntsville, AL 35810
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, information and programs at the North Huntsville branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hmcpl.org
Library · Regional office
South Huntsville Public Library
7901-L Bailey Cove Road, Huntsville, AL 35802
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, information and programs at the South Huntsville branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hmcpl.org
Library · Regional office
Cavalry Hill Public Library
2950 Fairbanks Street, Huntsville, AL 35816
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, information and programs at the Cavalry Hill branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hmcpl.org
Library · Regional office
Monrovia Public Library
254 Allen Drake Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806
Help here
- Library servicesUse library materials, information and programs at the Monrovia branch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hmcpl.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Huntsville Parks & Recreation
2411 9th Avenue SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
Help here
- Recreation programsFind and register for city classes, sports, camps and other recreation programs.
- Senior programsFind activities for older adults, including a senior balance class and social groups.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on huntsvilleal.gov
City of Huntsville, Alabama website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Huntsville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. Luke Christian Church Food Pantry
St. Luke Christian Church
3.7 miles from the center of Huntsville1800 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
4.3 miles from the center of Huntsville103 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
Free meals
Daily Meals
First Stop
4.5 miles from the center of Huntsville206 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
Free meals
Rose of Sharon Soup Kitchen
5.6 miles from the center of Huntsville723 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
HAP Central/Downtown Location
Huntsville Assistance Program
6.1 miles from the center of Huntsville206 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
Food pantry
Little Free Pantry
First Christian Church
6.1 miles from the center of Huntsville3209 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
Nonprofits that serve Huntsville
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 Madison County
Huntsville is in Madison County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Madison County Department of Human Resources
2206 Oakwood Avenue NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Help here
- Food assistance and family supportApply for food assistance, family support, and related services through the county DHR office.
- Child supportGet information about child support services and case help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhr.alabama.gov
Public health · State office
Madison County Health Department WIC
301 Max Luther Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35811
Help here
- WICApply for WIC food benefits and get nutrition counseling.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
Human services · Nonprofit
United Way of Madison County 211 Information and Referral
Help here
- 211 information and referralCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, work, and other non-emergency needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on uwmadisoncounty.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Community Action Partnership Huntsville/Madison & Limestone Counties
3516 Stringfield Road NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Help here
- Community assistanceAsk about community assistance programs and the service site for your area.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caa-htsval.org
Public health · State office
Madison County Health Department
301 Max Luther Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35811
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesGet vaccines, family planning, testing, and other clinic services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alabamapublichealth.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
5075 Research Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35805
Help here
- Aging and disability helpGet help finding aging, disability, and caregiver services for DeKalb County residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tarcog.us
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 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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