Humboldt

Local offices in Humboldt

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

• Housing help · City office

  Humboldt Housing Authority

  410 S Ninth St, Humboldt, KS 66748

  Help here

  • Public housing assistanceContact the housing authority to ask about public housing and rental assistance.
  Call 620-473-2391DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Humboldt City Hall

  725 Bridge St, Humboldt, KS 66748

  Help here

  • Utility billing and serviceAsk about city gas, water, sewer, and trash service, apply for service, or get help with a utility bill.
  • City services and recordsAsk for public records or get help with city services and municipal records.
  Call 620-473-3232DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on humboldtkansas.com

• Library · City office

  Humboldt Public Library

  916 Bridge St, Humboldt, KS 66748

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsBorrow books, movies, and audiobooks, request items through the library system, or find children’s programs.
  Call 620-473-2243DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on humboldtkansas.com

City of Humboldt, Kansas website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Humboldt

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

Offices for all of Allen County

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

• Public health · Regional office

  SEK Multi-County Health Department WIC, Allen County

  411 N Washington, Iola, KS 66749

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 620-365-2191DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sekmchd.com

• Housing help · City office

  Housing Authority of the City of Iola

  217 N Washington Ave, Iola, KS 66749

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about affordable public housing for eligible families, older adults, and people with disabilities.
  Call 620-365-5143DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  SEK Multi-County Health Department, Allen County

  411 N Washington, Iola, KS 66749

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, testing, and referrals.
  Call 620-365-2191DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sekmchd.com

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Kansas

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs and other services.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211kansas.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Allen County District Court

  Help here

  • Court information and self-helpFind court information and help with court forms and procedures.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 31jd.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging

  1 W Ash, Chanute, KS 66720

  Help here

  • Older adult and caregiver supportGet help finding meals, in-home care, respite, Medicare counseling, and other support for older adults.
  Call 620-431-2980DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sekaaa.com

Everything in Allen County

Kansas programs by kind of help

These are run by Kansas 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