South Tucson
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Local offices in South Tucson
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Housing help · City office
South Tucson Housing Authority
1713 S 3rd Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713
Help here
- Public housingThe authority offers low-rent apartments for eligible households; its waiting list is currently closed.
- Housing Choice VoucherThe authority offers Section 8 vouchers for eligible households; its waiting list is currently closed.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on southtucsonaz.gov
Local office · City office
South Tucson City Hall
1601 S 6th Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713
Help here
- City services and informationContact the city for help with local services, public records, and city questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on southtucsonaz.gov
Library · County office
Sam Lena-South Tucson Library
1607 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its other library services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on library.pima.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of South Tucson first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Casa Maria Soup Kitchen
Casa Maria
0.6 miles from the center of South Tucson352 E 25th St, Tucson, AZ 85713
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Tue8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Wed8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Thu8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Sat8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Sun8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Listed on casamariatucson.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Southside Presbyterian Church
0.7 miles from the center of South Tucson317 W 23rd St, Tucson, AZ 85713
Hours
- Mon7 AM to 9 AM
- Fri7 AM to 9 AM
Who can come: Anyone in need
What to bring: No need to call ahead, register, or provide ID.
Listed on communityfoodbank.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Pio Decimo Food & Clothing Bank
Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona
1.1 miles from the center of South Tucson848 S 7th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 3 PM
- Wed9 AM to 3 PM
- Thu9 AM to 3 PM
- Fri9 AM to 3 PM
Who can come: People facing food insecurity
Listed on ccs-soaz.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Gabrielle Giffords Resource Center
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona
2.5 miles from the center of South Tucson3003 S Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85713
Hours
- Tue8 AM to 2 PM
- Wed8 AM to 2 PM
- Thu12 PM to 6 PM
- Fri8 AM to 2 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM (4th of the month)
Listed on communityfoodbank.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Holy Family Catholic Church
2.6 miles from the center of South Tucson338 W University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85705
Hours
- Sun3 PM to 4 PM
Listed on holyfamilytucson.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
2.6 miles from the center of South Tucson850 N 11th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
2nd & 4th Saturdays: 11 am
Who can come: Anyone in need
What to bring: No need to call ahead, register, or provide ID.
Listed on communityfoodbank.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve South Tucson
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
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona
3003 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85713
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
Pima County
801 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85745
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pima County
South Tucson is in Pima County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Pima County WIC Program
4500 N Old Romero Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children healthy foods and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov
Human services · County office
Pima County Community Assistance Division
801 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85745
Help here
- Emergency basic needs assistanceEligible residents can ask about help with rent, utilities, food, and other urgent needs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov
Community action · County office
Pima County Community Action Agency
801 W Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85745
Help here
- Rent, mortgage, and utility assistanceEligible households can ask about help with rent, mortgage payments, or utility bills when funds are available.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov
Housing help · County office
Pima County Office of Housing Opportunities and Homeless Solutions
Help here
- Homelessness support and referralsResidents at risk of or experiencing homelessness can call for information about county shelter and housing support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov
Public health · County office
Pima County Health Department
3950 S Country Club Rd, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85714
Help here
- Public health clinicsCounty clinics provide immunizations, wellness checks, sexual health services, and referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pima.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Pima County Superior Court Law Library and Resource Center
110 W Congress St, Room 256, Tucson, AZ 85701
Help here
- Legal information and self-help resourcesResidents can use legal information, court forms, and self-help resources for representing themselves.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sc.pima.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