Clayton

Local offices in Clayton

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

• Library · Regional office

  Clayton Community Library

  6125 Clayton Road, Clayton, CA 94517

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use computers, or find a study or meeting space.
  Call 925-673-0659DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ccclib.org

• Local office · City office

  Clayton City Hall

  6000 Heritage Trail, Clayton, CA 94517

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services or reaching a city department.
  Call 925-673-7300DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on claytonca.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Clayton Community Park

  7411 Marsh Creek Road and Regency Drive, Clayton, CA 94517

  Help here

  • Park and recreation facilitiesVisit the park to use its play areas, sports fields, and picnic facilities.
  Call 925-673-7300DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on claytonca.gov

City of Clayton website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

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

• Free meals

  The East Oakland Collective

  18 miles from the center of Clayton

  7800 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605

  Hours

  • Thu11 AM to 2 PM. Prepared hot meals

  Who can come: Unhoused people

  Call 510-990-0775DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  The FREEdom Store

  Homies Empowerment

  18 miles from the center of Clayton

  10451 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94605

  Hours

  • Wed10 AM to 11:45 AM; 1 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: All community

  What to bring: No ID required

  Call 669-696-7135DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  New Testament

  19 miles from the center of Clayton

  1901 62nd Ave, Oakland, CA 94621

  Hours

  • Thu12 PM to 1 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Telegraph Ministry Center

  Telegraph Community Ministry Center

  19 miles from the center of Clayton

  5316 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

  Hours

  • Wed9:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5 PM to 7 PM
  • Fri9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

  Who can come: People in Oakland and Alameda County

  Call 510-961-4385DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Jose Mendoza Pantry

  20 miles from the center of Clayton

  1006 50th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

  Hours

  • Tue12 PM to 1 PM (4th of the month)
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Fruitvale Pantry

  20 miles from the center of Clayton

  2744 East 11th St, Oakland, CA 94601

  Hours

  • Thu6 PM to 7 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
  DirectionsWebsite

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

Nonprofits that serve Clayton

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

Offices for all of Contra Costa County

Clayton is in Contra Costa County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Contra Costa WIC

  2731 Systron Drive, Suite 200, Concord, CA 94518

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 925-655-1700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa

  3133 Estudillo Street, Martinez, CA 94553

  Help here

  • Public housing and housing vouchersFind information about public housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Contra Costa Public Health

  2500 Bates Avenue, Suite B, Concord, CA 94520

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about vaccines, disease reporting, and other public health services.
  Call 925-608-5200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Contra Costa Behavioral Health Services

  1340 Arnold Drive, Suite 200, Martinez, CA 94553

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall the access line to find county mental health or substance use services.
  Call 888-678-7277DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Contra Costa County Public Law Library

  1026 Escobar Street, Suite 2C, Martinez, CA 94553

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse free legal research materials and get help finding legal information.
  Call 925-655-4600DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Contra Costa Superior Court Self-Help Center

  751 Pine Street, Martinez, CA 94553

  Help here

  • Court forms and self-helpGet help understanding court forms and representing yourself in a court case.
  Call 925-608-2128DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on contracosta.courts.ca.gov

Everything in Contra Costa County

California programs by kind of help

These are run by California 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
• 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