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Local offices in Santa Fe County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Santa Fe Southside WIC Office
2538 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible families can apply for nutrition support for pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmwic.org
Housing help · County office
Santa Fe County Housing Authority
52 Camino de Jacobo, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceThe Housing Authority provides public housing and rental assistance programs for eligible households.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov
Human services · County office
Santa Fe County Community Services Department
240 Grant Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Help here
- Community health and social service connectionsCONNECT navigators help residents find food, housing, transportation, and other health and social services.Read more
- Behavioral health crisis supportThe department connects residents to behavioral health crisis and treatment services.
- Senior servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, senior center programs, and transportation.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging
644 Don Gaspar Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87505
Help here
- Aging services and referralsThe Area Agency on Aging helps older adults and caregivers find services and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmaging.state.nm.us
State office
New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services, Santa Fe State Benefits Office
407 Galisteo St., Room 134, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with state veterans’ benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nmdvs.org
Emergency help · County office
Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and alertsResidents can find emergency preparedness information and sign up for county emergency alerts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on santafecountynm.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Santa Fe New Mexico Workforce Connection
525 Camino de los Marquez, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Help here
- Employment and job search helpResidents can get help finding work and accessing workforce services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dws.state.nm.us
State office
Santa Fe Motor Vehicle Division Office
2546 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Help here
- Motor vehicle servicesResidents can visit this office for driver and motor vehicle services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvd.newmexico.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Santa Fe County, closest to the center of Santa Fe first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. Felix Pantry
48 miles from the center of Santa Fe4020 Barbara Loop SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Any New Mexico resident
What to bring: New Mexico residency required for a pantry card.
Listed on stfelixpantry.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Roadrunner Food Pantry
Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico
50 miles from the center of Santa Fe3831 Singer Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM. Curbside pickup
Who can come: Neighbors
What to bring: Call to schedule an appointment to shop. No documents necessary.
Listed on rrfb.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Ruth M. Adams Health and Social Services Center
City of Albuquerque
52 miles from the center of Santa Fe7525 Zuni Road SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 12 PM
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Residents of parts of the Northeast area and Southeast International District of Albuquerque
Listed on cabq.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
All Nation Wellness and Healing Center
First Nations Community HealthSource
53 miles from the center of Santa Fe6416 Zuni Road SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Tue8 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Wed8 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Thu8 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Fri8 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
Who can come: Individuals who experience hunger due to having limited financial resources
Listed on fnch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Dede Feldman Los Griegos Health and Social Services Center
City of Albuquerque
53 miles from the center of Santa Fe1231 Candelaria Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 12 PM
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Residents of the Northeast Heights, Northwest Valley and Northwest Side areas of Albuquerque
Listed on cabq.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
The Rock at Noonday
53 miles from the center of Santa Fe2400 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Hours
- Tue8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Wed8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Thu8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Fri8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness, hunger and hardship
Listed on therockabq.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Santa Fe County
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
Roadrunner Food Bank
5840 Office Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
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
New Mexico Legal Aid
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
HELP-New Mexico
2101 Mountain Road NW, Ste. A, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Listed on hca.nm.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Santa Fe County
New Mexico programs by kind of help
These are run by New Mexico 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
Talk to a person
- CONNECT
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
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Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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