Hillsborough
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Local offices in Hillsborough
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Orange County Department of Social Services
113 Mayo St., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Food and Nutrition ServicesApply for food benefits and get help with questions about your case.
- MedicaidApply for Medicaid and get help with health coverage questions.
- Child care subsidyAsk whether your family may qualify for help paying for child care.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ncdhhs.gov
Utilities · City office
Financial Services, Billing and Collections
105 E. Corbin St., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Water and sewer billsPay water and sewer bills, ask about charges, or arrange to start or stop service.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hillsboroughnc.gov
Older adults · County office
Jerry M. Passmore Center
103 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Senior center programs and resourcesFind programs, activities, and resources for older adults at the county senior center.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
State office
Hillsborough Driver License Office
1201 U.S. Hwy. 70 West, Hillsborough, NC
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationApply for or renew a North Carolina driver license or identification card in person.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov
Library · County office
Orange County Public Library, Main Library
137 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use computers, and join library programs.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
Local office · City office
Town Hall
101 E. Orange St., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Town services and informationContact the town about town services, records, and local government questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hillsboroughnc.gov
Parks and recreation · Nonprofit
Dorothy N. Johnson Community Center
501 Rainey Ave., Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Community center spaceContact Fairview Community Watch for information or to reserve the community center.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hillsboroughnc.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Hillsborough first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Hannah's Community Kitchen
11 miles from the center of Hillsborough5524 N Roxboro Rd, Durham, NC 27712
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Individual pickup starts at 9:30 AM, until 200 are served. 2026 dates: January 6, 14, 28; February 3, 11, 25; March 3, 11, 25; April 7, 8, 22; May 5, 13, 27; June 2, 10, 24; July 7, 8, 22; August 4, 12, 26; September 1, 9, 23; October 6, 14, 28; November 3, 11, 25; December 1, 9. Fourth Wednesday in December closed.
Who can come: All people
What to bring: Write down your name, race, date, address, and number of people in your home.
Listed on meals2many.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Saturday Distribution: the Walk-Up Table
BaggingIt4Kids
11 miles from the center of Hillsborough1925 Yearby Ave, Durham, NC 27705
Hours
- Sat: times not listed, call first
Listed on baggingit4kids.wixsite.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Community Breakfast
St. Joseph's Episcopal Church
11 miles from the center of Hillsborough1902 West Main St, Durham, NC 27705
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Monday through Friday at 8:00 am. Coffee hour begins at 7:00 am.
Who can come: Anyone in the Durham community
Listed on stjosephsdurham.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
West End Free Thursday Market at Lyon Park
West End Community Foundation, Inc.
12 miles from the center of Hillsborough1309 Halley St, Durham, NC 27707
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Bi-weekly Thursdays. Market doors open at 2:00 p.m.; shopping begins at 3:00 p.m. and continues until 4:00 p.m. Adults aged 65 and older can shop at 2:30 p.m.
Listed on thewecf.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
West End Community Collaboration Mobile Market
West End Community Foundation, Inc.
12 miles from the center of Hillsborough504 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701
Hours
- Sat10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (3rd of the month). Plan to arrive by 9:00 a.m. to get a place in line
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on thewecf.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Greater Waltown UHC Food and Clothing Pantry
Greater Waltown UHC
12 miles from the center of Hillsborough706 Belvin Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
Hours
- Wed12:30 PM to 2 PM
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on greaterwaltownuhc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Hillsborough
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
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina
1924 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27604
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
1001 Blair Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
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
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Offices for all of Orange County
Hillsborough is in Orange County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Orange County Department of Social Services
113 Mayo Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Public benefits and family supportApply for food, medical, child care, and emergency assistance programs through the county.
- Child supportGet help with child support services and payments.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
Public health · County office
Orange County WIC Program
300 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Central Piedmont Community Action
503 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Help here
- Community action servicesAsk about support with basic needs, housing, employment, and education.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cpcanc.org
Housing help · County office
Orange County Housing Department
300 West Tryon Street, 3rd floor, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Housing and rental assistanceAsk about emergency rent help, housing choice vouchers, and home repair assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
Public health · County office
Orange County Health Department
300 West Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Public health and clinic servicesGet health clinic, dental, environmental health, immunization, nutrition, and refugee health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on orangecountync.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Orange County Courthouse
106 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278
Help here
- Court forms and self-help resourcesFind court forms and online resources for common court services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nccourts.gov
North Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by North Carolina 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
- NC 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