Maricopa
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Local offices in Maricopa
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Older adults · City office
Maricopa Community Center
41614 W Smith Enke Rd., Suite 100, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Help here
- Senior programs and resourcesVisit or call the Community Center for senior activities, events, and local resource information.
- Veteran community resourcesThe Community Center provides information about local veteran groups and resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa-az.gov
Library · City office
Maricopa Library & Cultural Center
18160 N Maya Angelou Dr., Maricopa, AZ 85138
Help here
- Library services and programsGet a library card, borrow books and digital materials, use computers, or join library programs.
- Homebound library deliveryEligible adults who cannot visit the library can apply to have library materials delivered at home.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa-az.gov
Local office · City office
City Hall and City Customer Service
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Help here
- City service informationCall or visit City Hall for help finding city services and departments.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa-az.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Recreation
44345 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Maricopa, AZ 85138
Help here
- Recreation programsFind city sports, aquatics, fitness, youth activities, and community events.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa-az.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Maricopa first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Chandler Corps Community Center
The Salvation Army
20 miles from the center of Maricopa85 E Saragosa Street, Chandler, AZ 85225
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Tue8:30 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed8:30 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu8:30 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri8:30 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 4 PM
Listed on salvationarmyusa.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
RSM Mobile Food Pantry - Chandler
Resurrection Street Ministry
20 miles from the center of Maricopa1550 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85224
Hours
- Wed3:30 PM to 5 PM. Drive through; enter from N Arrowhead Dr
Who can come: Maricopa County residents
What to bring: Bring photo ID. Visit up to two times per month.
Listed on rsmaz.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
RSM Mobile Food Pantry - Chandler
Resurrection Street Ministry
20 miles from the center of Maricopa1550 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85224
Hours
- Wed3:30 PM to 5 PM. Drive-through
Who can come: Maricopa County residents
What to bring: Bring a photo ID. Drive-through distribution. Visit up to twice per month.
Listed on rsmaz.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Azcend
20 miles from the center of Maricopa345 S. California St., Chandler, AZ 85225
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 3 PM
- Tue3 PM to 6 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 11 AM. While supplies last
Who can come: People living in Chandler, Gilbert, San Tan, Queen Creek, Sun Lakes, Bapchule, Sacaton, Ahwatukee, Coolidge, Mobile, Maricopa and Florence
Listed on azcend.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
AZCEND Food Bank
Azcend
20 miles from the center of Maricopa345 S California St, Chandler, AZ 85225
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 3 PM
- Tue3 PM to 6 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People living in Gilbert, Chandler, and the other cities listed by AZCEND
What to bring: Bring a picture ID and proof of your current mailing address.
Listed on azcend.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Good Samaritans Ministry and Food Pantry
St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
20 miles from the center of Maricopa3450 W. Ray Road, Chandler, AZ 85226
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM
- Tue9 AM to 11 AM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
- Thu9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: People in need
Listed on standrewchandler.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Maricopa
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
United Food Bank
245 South Nina Drive, Mesa, AZ 85210
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
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Human Resources Agency
109 N. Sunshine Boulevard, Eloy, AZ 85131
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pinal County
Maricopa is in Pinal County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Pinal County Public Health WIC Clinic, Casa Grande
1729 N Trekell Road, Suite 120, Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Help here
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children get food and nutrition support.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pinal.gov
State office
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Casa Grande
555 W Main Avenue, Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Help here
- Nutrition and cash assistanceGet help with applications for nutrition and cash assistance programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on des.az.gov
Housing help · County office
Pinal County Housing Authority
970 N Eleven Mile Corner Road, Casa Grande, AZ 85194
Help here
- Public housing and vouchersApply for public housing or housing vouchers if you meet the program rules.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pinal.gov
Public health · County office
Pinal County Public Health
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesCall to schedule county clinic services such as immunizations, family planning, and testing.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pinal.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Pinal County Superior Court Law Library
971 Jason Lopez Circle, Building A, 2nd Floor, Florence, AZ 85132
Help here
- Law library and self-help resourcesFind legal reference materials and court self-help information at the Superior Court law library.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on azcourts.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Central Arizona Aging
8969 W McCartney Road, Casa Grande, AZ 85194
Help here
- Services for older adultsCall for information and connections to services for older adults in Pinal County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on des.az.gov
Arizona programs by kind of help
These are run by Arizona 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 Arizona
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.
Call 988Text 988