Tempe

Local offices in Tempe

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing help · City office

  Tempe Housing Services

  3500 S. Rural Rd., Suite 202, Tempe, AZ 85282

  Help here

  • Housing Choice VouchersEligible households can apply for vouchers that help pay rent in private housing.
  • Homelessness supportThe city connects people experiencing homelessness with housing and social services.Read more
  Call 480-350-8950DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Tempe Customer Services

  20 E. Sixth St., First Floor, Tempe, AZ

  Help here

  • Utility billing and serviceResidents can get help with water, sewer and trash bills or start and stop service.
  • Resource navigationA resource navigator can help residents find food, childcare, utility and other assistance.
  Call 480-350-8361DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

• Local office · City office

  City of Tempe Customer Service

  31 E. Fifth St., Tempe, AZ 85281

  Help here

  • City information and 311Call to ask city questions or get help reaching a city service.
  Call 480-350-4311DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Dennis J. Cahill Senior Center

  715 W. Fifth St., Tempe, AZ 85281

  Help here

  • Programs for adults 50 and olderAdults 50 and older can join classes, workshops, lunches and special events.
  Call 480-858-2420DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

• State office

  Arizona MVD Tempe Office

  1703 E. Larkspur Ln., Tempe, AZ 85281

  Help here

  • Driver and motor vehicle servicesResidents can visit for driver license, knowledge test, title and registration services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on azdot.gov

• Library · City office

  Tempe Public Library

  3500 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ 85282

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and media, use public computers and attend library programs.
  Call 480-350-5500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Tempe Recreation Services

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsResidents can find recreation programs, classes, sports and park activities.
  Call 480-350-5200Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tempe.gov

City of Tempe website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Tempe first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Vista del Camino Community Center

  City of Scottsdale

  5 miles from the center of Tempe

  7700 E. Roosevelt St., Scottsdale, AZ 85257

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  All services are by appointment only. Call to schedule a food box. Walking food bags are available for emergency food assistance.

  Who can come: Scottsdale residents; walking food bags are available for people experiencing homelessness

  What to bring: Call to schedule an appointment for a food box.

  Call 480-312-2323DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on scottsdaleaz.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Vista Del Camino Community Center Day Relief Center

  City of Scottsdale and Phoenix Rescue Mission

  5 miles from the center of Tempe

  7700 E. Roosevelt St., Scottsdale, AZ 85257

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 4 PM. Meals and snacks provided; not open during major holidays
  • Wed9 AM to 4 PM. Meals and snacks provided; not open during major holidays
  • Thu9 AM to 4 PM. Meals and snacks provided; not open during major holidays

  Who can come: People experiencing homelessness

  Call 602-346-3361DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on scottsdaleaz.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Good Samaritans Ministry and Food Pantry

  St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church

  5 miles from the center of Tempe

  3450 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

  Call 480-899-1990DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on standrewchandler.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Emergency Food Boxes

  Paz de Cristo Community Center

  5.5 miles from the center of Tempe

  424 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 11 AM (1st and 2nd and 3rd of the month)

  What to bring: Bring photo ID and proof of address, such as postmarked mail received within the last 30 days.

  Call 480-464-2370DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on pazdecristo.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Nightly Meal Service

  Paz de Cristo Community Center

  5.5 miles from the center of Tempe

  424 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210

  Hours

  • Mon5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Tue5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Wed5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Thu5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Fri5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Sat5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Sun5:15 PM to 6:30 PM

  Who can come: People in need

  Call 480-464-2370DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on pazdecristo.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Paz de Cristo Community Center

  Paz de Cristo

  5.5 miles from the center of Tempe

  424 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210

  Hours

  • Mon5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Tue5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Wed5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Thu5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Fri5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Sat5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Sun5:15 PM to 6:30 PM
  Call 480-464-2370DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on pazdecristo.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Tempe

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Tempe

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

• Youth program

  Arizona at Work - City of Phoenix - Tempe Escalante Center

  3.1 miles away

  2150 E. Orange Street, Tempe, AZ 85281

  Call 480-350-5824DirectionsWebsite

These are the closest to Tempe.

• American Job Center

  ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County East Valley Campus

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  4.6 miles away

  1001 West Southern Avenue, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ 85210

  Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 7:00pm, Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

  Call 602-372-9700DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Vista Del Camino Community Center-Career Center

  Also helps young people

  5 miles away

  7700 East Roosevelt St, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

  Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

  Call 480-312-0060DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

  Also helps young people

  7.9 miles away

  10005 East Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

  Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

  Call 480-362-7950DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 8, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Maricopa County

Tempe is in Maricopa County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Maricopa County WIC

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC provides eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 602-506-9333Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ready.maricopa.gov

• Child support · County office

  Maricopa County Clerk of Superior Court Child Support Service Window

  201 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85003

  Help here

  • Child support case servicesThe service window helps people with child support forms, payment histories, and certain arrears calculations.
  Call 602-372-5375DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov

• Human services · County office

  Maricopa County Human Services Department

  Help here

  • Help with basic needsThe department connects eligible residents with help for rent, utilities, food, home repairs, and other needs.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 602-506-0589Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov

• Community action · Regional office

  Maricopa County Community Action Program Offices

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceLocal CAP offices help eligible residents apply for rent, utility, and other financial assistance.Apply online
  Call 602-506-0589Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of Maricopa County

  8910 N. 78th Ave., Building D, Peoria, AZ 85345

  Help here

  • Affordable housingThe authority offers affordable housing programs and rental assistance to eligible households.Apply online
  Call 602-744-4500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopahousing.org

• Public health · County office

  Maricopa County Department of Public Health

  1645 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix, AZ 85006

  Help here

  • Public health clinicsCounty clinics offer immunizations, testing, vital records, and other health services.
  Call 602-506-6900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on maricopa.gov

Everything in Maricopa County

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