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Local offices in Orlando
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Office for Local Assistance (OLA)
595 North Primrose Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Help here
- Help finding and applying for local servicesStaff can help residents find services and apply for food, health, energy, housing, and other assistance.Apply onlineRead more
- New resident and immigrant resourcesStaff connect newcomers with local services and offer English classes at the office.
- Job referralsStaff can connect residents with job and career resources.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing and Community Development
400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- Housing rehabilitation assistanceEligible homeowners in city limits can apply for help financing repairs that affect health or safety.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Orlando Housing Authority
390 North Bumby Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
Help here
- Public housingThe housing authority provides information about public housing and how to apply when a waiting list is open.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing Choice VoucherResidents can find information about the Housing Choice Voucher program and its application process.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlandohousing.org
Utilities · City office
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) Customer Service
Help here
- Utility accounts and billsCustomers can call for account help, bill payments, and starting, stopping, or moving utility service.
- Energy saving programsResidents can learn about OUC programs that may help lower energy use and bills.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ouc.com
Utilities · City office
City of Orlando Energy Savings Program
Help here
- Home energy saving devicesCity residents can apply for eligible devices that may help reduce household energy use.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Courts and legal help · City office
Office of Human Relations
400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- Discrimination complaints and informationResidents can ask about discrimination in housing, jobs, or public places and how to file a complaint.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Local office · City office
Orlando City Hall
400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- General city informationCall City Hall for help finding city services and offices.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Older adults · City office
Senior Connections
595 North Primrose Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Help here
- Programs for residents age 55 and olderOlder residents can find senior center activities, fitness classes, technology training, and social programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Human services · City office
Neighborhood Relations
400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- Neighborhood organization supportStaff help residents organize neighborhood groups, find city resources, and take part in leadership training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Families, Parks and Recreation Department
595 North Primrose Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsThe department runs city parks, recreation centers, sports, pools, and activities for residents.
- Youth and family programsThe department offers youth programs, including after-school and learning activities at neighborhood centers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orlando.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Orlando first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St Peter the Apostle Coptic Orthodox Church
4.5 miles from the center of Orlando8849 Passaic Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32829
Hours
- Tue6 PM to 8 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Eben-ezer Ministries
6.4 miles from the center of Orlando3325 S Goldenrod RD, Orlando, FL 32822
Hours
- Wed8 AM to 10 AM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Iglesia Cristiana Renuevo
8.1 miles from the center of Orlando290 Competition DR, Kissimmee, FL 34743
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 12:30 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food Pantry Distribution
Prince of Peace Orlando
8.6 miles from the center of Orlando1515 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32807
Hours
- Sat8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Upcoming dates shown: Oct 24, Nov 21, and Dec 19, 2026.
Listed on poporlando.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Familias Unidas, Inc
8.7 miles from the center of Orlando2031 Simpson RD, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 4th of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Iglesia De Dios Pentecostal MI
8.8 miles from the center of Orlando2519 Fortune RD, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Orlando
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
Second Harvest Food Bank Of Central Florida, Inc.
411 Mercy Drive, Orlando, FL 32805
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
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida, 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
Orange County
2100 E. Michigan Street, 1st Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Orange County
Orlando is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Orange County Citizen Resource and Outreach Division
2100 E. Michigan St., Orlando, FL 32806
Help here
- Family and crisis resourcesThe division connects residents with family resources and crisis assistance.
- Disability servicesResidents with disabilities can contact the county office for information and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on newsroom.ocfl.net
Community action · County office
Orange County Community Action Division
2100 E. Michigan St., Orlando, FL 32806
Help here
- Community Action servicesThe division connects low-income residents with services and resources that can help them become self-sufficient.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on newsroom.ocfl.net
State office
Florida Department of Health in Orange County WIC, Eastside Health Center
12050 East Colonial Drive, Building A, Orlando, FL 32826
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible women, infants, and children can get healthy food, nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orange.floridahealth.gov
Housing help · County office
Orange County Housing and Community Development Division
525 E. South St., Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- Rental assistanceThe division administers rental assistance for eligible low-income households.Apply onlineRead more
- Home repair assistanceEligible homeowners can apply for help with essential home repairs when the program is accepting applications.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on engageorange.ocfl.net
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Orange County
6101 Lake Ellenor Drive, Orlando, FL 32809
Help here
- County health servicesThe health department provides public health services, including immunizations and disease prevention.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orange.floridahealth.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Orange County Clerk of Courts Self Help Center
425 N. Orange Ave., Suite 340, Orlando, FL 32801
Help here
- Low-cost legal helpThe center offers low-cost help with family law, small claims, and residential eviction cases.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on myorangeclerk.com
Florida programs by kind of help
These are run by Florida 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
- Heart of Florida United Way 211
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