South Whitley
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Local offices in South Whitley
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Utilities · City office
South Whitley Town Hall and Utility Office
118 E. Front St., South Whitley, IN 46787
Help here
- Town government servicesVisit the town office for clerk services and information about town government.
- Utility applications and billsApply for town electric, water, wastewater, and trash service or pay your utility bill.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on southwhitley.gov
Library · Regional office
South Whitley Community Public Library
201 E. Front St., South Whitley, IN 46787
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books, use digital resources, and attend programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on swcplib.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of South Whitley first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church Food Pantry
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
24 miles from the center of South Whitley2305 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri9 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: Households north of State Blvd. or Bass Rd., south of Dupont Rd., and west of Lima Rd. (Highway 3), including Arcola
What to bring: Bring a picture ID and a paper showing your current address.
Listed on stmatthewsfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
NHF Food Pantry
New Hope Farms, Inc.
24 miles from the center of South Whitley2715 Brooklyn Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Wed5 PM to 8 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
What to bring: Each household can shop one time each month.
Listed on nhfco.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Inasmuch - Food Pantry
Inasmuch Ministry
25 miles from the center of South Whitley930 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM; 5 PM to 7 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
- Fri9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: Clients may visit every 14 days.
Listed on inasmuchfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Avalon Food Pantry
Avalon Church
25 miles from the center of South Whitley1500 Lower Huntington Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Hours
- Thu6 PM to 7 PM
Who can come: People in the church and surrounding community who need help or are in crisis
Listed on avalonmc.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services Food Bank
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services
25 miles from the center of South Whitley1316 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM
- Tue4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
- Thu2 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: No ID is necessary. Visits are limited to once every 30 days.
Listed on wellspringinterfaith.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
The Rescue Mission
26 miles from the center of South Whitley404 E. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Free meals to the public at 7 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. daily
Who can come: All who are in need
Listed on fwrm.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve South Whitley
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
Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana, Inc.
999 East Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
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
Indiana Legal Services, 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
Community Action of Northeast Indiana/Brightpoint
227 E. Washington Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Listed on in.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Whitley County
South Whitley is in Whitley County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · County office
Whitley County Child Support Division
220 W Van Buren St, Columbia City, IN 46725
Help here
- Child support servicesContact the county prosecutor's Child Support Division about child support cases and tax intercepts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whitleycounty.in.gov
State office
Whitley County Division of Family Resources
543 N Line St, Suite B, Columbia City, IN 46725
Help here
- SNAP, TANF, and health coverageVisit or contact DFR to apply for SNAP food help, TANF cash assistance, or health coverage.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Public health · County office
Whitley County Health Department
220 W Van Buren St, Columbia City, IN 46725
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the health department for local public health information, immunizations, and clinic services.
- WICWIC provides food support and nutrition services for eligible families with young children.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana
8101 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information and referrals for aging, disability, and in-home support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingihs.org
Veterans · County office
Whitley County Veterans Service Office
220 W Van Buren St, Suite 111, Columbia City, IN 46725
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpThe county veterans service officer helps veterans and their families with benefits related to military service.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whitleycounty.in.gov
Emergency help · County office
Whitley County Emergency Management Agency
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe county agency coordinates local preparation and response for emergencies.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on whitleycounty.in.gov
Indiana programs by kind of help
These are run by Indiana 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
- Indiana 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.
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