Champaign

Local offices in Champaign

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

• State office

  Champaign Family Community Resource Center

  705 N. Country Fair Drive, Champaign, IL 61821

  Help here

  • Benefits assistanceResidents can contact this state office about food, medical, and cash assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 217-278-5605DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Housing help · City office

  Neighborhood Services Department

  205 W. Park Ave., Champaign, IL 61820

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceThe city offers income-based housing programs for eligible homeowners, tenants, and landlords.
  • Neighborhood helpContact the department about tenant resources, property concerns, and neighborhood issues.Read more
  Call 217-403-7070DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of Champaign County

  2008 N. Market St., Champaign, IL 61822

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and vouchersResidents can apply for housing programs and learn about the authority’s housing options.Apply online
  Call 217-378-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hacc.net

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Champaign County

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to connect with local help for housing, food, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  IDES Workforce Office

  1307 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign, IL 61821

  Help here

  • Unemployment and workforce helpResidents can get in-person help with unemployment and workforce services; call to schedule an appointment.Apply online
  Call 217-558-0401DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ides.illinois.gov

• State office

  Champaign DMV+

  2012 Round Barn Road, Round Barn West Shopping Center, Space 1, Champaign, IL 61822

  Help here

  • Driver and state ID servicesResidents can apply for or renew a driver's license or state ID at this facility.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on apps.ilsos.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Champaign Public Library

  200 W. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can get a library card, borrow materials, use computers, and join library programs.
  Call 217-403-2000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · Regional office

  Champaign Park District

  706 Kenwood Road, Champaign, IL 61821

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsResidents can register for recreation programs and ask about financial assistance with eligible fees.Apply onlineRead more
  • Senior programsAdults age 50 and older can join senior activities, events, and trips.Read more
  Call 217-398-2550DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Champaign website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Champaign

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

Offices for all of Champaign County

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

• Child support · State office

  Illinois Division of Child Support Services, Champaign Regional Office

  313 N. Mattis Avenue, Suite 218, Champaign, IL 61821

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office provides child support information and applications and helps families with child support cases.
  Call 800-447-4278DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hfs.illinois.gov

• State office

  Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center

  705 N. Country Fair Drive, Champaign, IL 61821

  Help here

  • Public benefitsThe office helps residents apply for food, cash, and medical benefits and manage their cases.
  Call 217-278-5605DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.state.il.us

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of Champaign County

  2008 N. Market Street, Champaign, IL 61822

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceThe authority provides affordable housing and rental assistance to eligible households.
  Call 217-378-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hacc.net

• Public health · Regional office

  Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

  201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe district offers health clinics, immunizations, nutrition programs, disease prevention, and environmental health services.
  • WICWIC provides eligible families with food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals.Read more
  Call 217-352-7961DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on c-uphd.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Champaign County Circuit Court

  101 E. Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801

  Help here

  • Public law library and court helpThe courthouse provides access to the public law library and court information for people handling a case.
  Call 217-384-3707DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging

  1003 Maple Hill Road, Bloomington, IL 61705

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with information, referrals, and local services.
  Call 309-829-2065DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Champaign County

Illinois programs by kind of help

These are run by Illinois 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