Fresno County

Local offices in Fresno County

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

• Human services · County office

  Fresno County Department of Social Services

  142 E. California Ave., Fresno, CA 93706

  Help here

  • Food, cash and health benefitsApply for or get help with food, cash assistance and Medi-Cal benefits.Apply online
  • Veterans servicesGet help with veterans benefits and related paperwork.
  Call 559-600-1377DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Fresno County Department of Child Support Services

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing, changing or enforcing a child support order.
  Website

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

• State office

  California Employment Development Department Fresno Office

  2555 S. Elm Ave., Fresno, CA 93706

  Help here

  • Disability Insurance and Paid Family LeaveVisit the office for in-person help with Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way Fresno and Madera Counties 211 Helpline

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for free, around-the-clock referrals to local help with housing, food, health, and other needs.
  Call 866-559-4211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Fresno County Department of Public Health

  1221 Fulton St., Fresno, CA 93721

  Help here

  • Public health programs and informationContact the department about public health services and help available to county residents.Read more
  Call 559-600-3200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesCall to find mental health and substance use care and support.
  Call 559-600-4645Website

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Fresno County Superior Court Self-Help Service Center

  1130 O St., First Floor, Fresno, CA 93721-2220

  Help here

  • Court forms and self-help informationGet information and instructions for completing forms in common court cases.
  Call 559-457-2143DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Fresno County Public Law Library

  1100 Van Ness Ave., Suite 600, Fresno, CA 93724

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesUse legal books, research tools and self-help resources.
  Call 559-600-2227DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging

  2520 W. Shaw Lane, Suite 101A, Fresno, CA 93711

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsContact the agency for information about services for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 559-214-0299DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Fresno County Veterans Service Office

  1320 E. Shaw Ave., Suite 105, Fresno, CA 93710

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.Read more
  Call 559-600-5436DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Fresno County Office of Emergency Services

  1221 Fulton St., Fifth Floor, Fresno, CA 93775-1867

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseFind information about preparing for and responding to emergencies in Fresno County.
  Call 559-600-4065DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  California DMV Fresno Field Office

  655 W. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA 93728

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesGet driver license, identification card and vehicle registration services.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Fresno County Public Library

  2420 Mariposa St., Fresno, CA 93721

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet help finding library services, materials and information.Read more
  Call 559-600-7323DirectionsWebsite

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

County of Fresno website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

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

• Free grocery market

  First Fruits Market

  City Center

  0.5 miles from the center of Fresno

  2025 E. Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA 93726

  Hours

  • Wed8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Fri8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Sat8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  The Big Red Church

  1.1 miles from the center of Fresno

  2131 N Van Ness Blvd, Fresno, CA 93704

  Hours

  • Sat9 AM to 1 PM (last of the month)

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 559-227-8489DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  HOPE Food Pantry

  Central Valley Church of Christ

  1.4 miles from the center of Fresno

  3425 E Shields Ave, Fresno, CA 93726

  Hours

  • Sat8 AM to 9 AM (1st of the month)
  Call 559-464-5014DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church Food Distribution

  Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church

  1.6 miles from the center of Fresno

  2101 N. Fruit Ave, Fresno, CA 93705

  Hours

  • Mon1 PM to 3 PM (1st of the month). If a holiday, the distribution is the following Monday
  Call 559-237-7597DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Breaking Free Revival Center Food Distribution

  Breaking Free Revival Center

  1.7 miles from the center of Fresno

  3510 N Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA 93726

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Wednesday evening service at 6:30 pm, followed by Free Food Distribution afterwards.

  Who can come: People in the community who need food

  Call 559-291-5317DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free meals

  Ted C. Wills

  City of Fresno PARCS

  2 miles from the center of Fresno

  770 N. San Pablo Ave, Fresno, CA 93728

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Serving Time: 11:15 A.M.

  Who can come: Anyone 60 years and older. Anyone under 60 can buy a meal for $7.38.

  What to bring: Complete an FMAAA registration form on site the first day. Make a reservation at the senior site in person or by phone by 11:30 AM the day before.

  Call 559-621-6742DirectionsWebsite

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

Nonprofits that serve Fresno County

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

Cities and towns in Fresno County

• Clovis
• Coalinga
• Firebaugh
• Fowler
• Fresno
• Huron
• Kerman
• Kingsburg
• Mendota
• Orange Cove
• Parlier
• Reedley
• San Joaquin
• Sanger
• Selma

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