Dayton
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Local offices in Dayton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · County office
Montgomery County Job and Family Services, Southview Center
25 Thorpe Drive, Dayton, OH 45420
Help here
- Family assistance benefitsVisit the county office for help with benefits such as food, cash, and child care assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcohio.org
Local office · Regional office
HelpLink 211, United Way of the Greater Dayton Area
Help here
- Local resource referralsCall any time to find local help with food, housing, utility bills, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dayton-unitedway.org
Housing help · City office
Housing and Inspections
371 W. Second St., Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Housing and neighborhood complaintsReport housing code, nuisance, trash, or abandoned vehicle concerns to the city.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on daytonohio.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Greater Dayton Premier Management
400 Wayne Ave., Dayton, OH 45410
Help here
- Public housing and housing choice vouchersContact the housing authority about public housing and housing choice vouchers.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gdpm.org
Utilities · City office
Water and Utility Customer Service and Billing
101 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Water and utility billsGet help with your city water or utility account, bill, payment, or payment plan.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on daytonohio.gov
Local office · City office
Dayton Delivers
Help here
- City service requestsReport a city service issue and check the status of your request.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on daytondelivers.daytonohio.gov
Jobs and training · County office
OhioMeansJobs Montgomery County
1435 Cincinnati St., Suite 300, Dayton, OH 45417
Help here
- Adult career servicesGet help finding work, career services, and employment support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcohio.org
State office
Dayton BMV Deputy Registrar License Agency
451 W. Third St., First Floor, Dayton, OH 45422
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationVisit the license agency for driver license and state identification services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bmv.ohio.gov
Library · Regional office
Dayton Metro Library, Main Library
215 E. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Library services and programsUse library materials, public computers, learning resources, and community programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on daytonmetrolibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Department of Recreation
101 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Recreation programsFind recreation, sports, and youth programs for residents of all ages.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on daytonohio.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Dayton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center Food Pantry
Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center
41 miles from the center of Dayton420 W Wyoming Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45215
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 10 AM. Blue Card members; 10 AM to 12 PM
- Tue10 AM to 12 PM
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
- Fri9 AM to 10 AM. Blue Card members; 10 AM to 12 PM
Listed on vicrc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Corpus Christi Pastoral Area Food Pantry
Corpus Christi Pastoral Area
41 miles from the center of Dayton2014 Springdale Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 11:30 AM
- Tue6 PM to 7:30 PM
- Thu10 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: People who live within the boundaries of the St. John Neumann, St. John the Baptist, or Corpus Christi parishes.
What to bring: Bring a current Ohio driver or non-driver photo ID, or a utility bill dated within 30 days.
Listed on theblessedtrinityfamily.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
SON Ministries
43 miles from the center of Dayton8871 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45251
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 12 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM; 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Who can come: People who meet the pantry's income rules and live in the Northwest Local School District or the North College Hill School District west of Hamilton Avenue.
What to bring: Bring photo ID and proof of residency dated within the last 30 days. Certify that gross household income is within the pantry's limit.
Listed on groesbeckchurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Annette’s Café Community Meal
Cain
47 miles from the center of Dayton4234 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every Monday at 3:30 pm
Who can come: Anyone. Meals are first-come, first-served and limited in quantity.
What to bring: No paperwork, documents, or registration needed.
Listed on caincincy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Peace Potluck
Third Way Peace Fellowship
47 miles from the center of Dayton4234 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Hours
- Thu6 PM to 8 PM
Listed on caincincy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Free Fridge
CAIN and Third Way Peace Fellowship
47 miles from the center of Dayton4234 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
24/7 access
Listed on caincincy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Dayton
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
The Foodbank, Inc.
56 Armor Place, Dayton, OH 45417
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 Western Ohio, 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
Miami Valley Community Action Partnership
719 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402-2709
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Montgomery County
Dayton is in Montgomery County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Montgomery County Job & Family Services
25 Thorpe Drive, Dayton, OH 45420
Help here
- Family assistanceApply for food, cash, medical, child care, and emergency assistance.
- Child supportGet help obtaining financial support for children from a parent who does not live with them.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcohio.org
Public health · Regional office
Public Health Dayton & Montgomery County WIC
1323 West 3rd Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- WICApply for nutrition support, healthy foods, breastfeeding help, and referrals for eligible women, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on phdmc.org
Public health · Regional office
Public Health Dayton & Montgomery County
117 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45422
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information and services that help protect and improve community health.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on phdmc.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board for Montgomery County
409 E. Monument Ave., Suite 102, Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Mental health and substance use resourcesFind local mental health and substance use services and support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcadamhs.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Montgomery County Law Library
14 W. 4th Street, 7th Floor, Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal research materials and ask staff for help finding legal information.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcohio.org
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2
40 W. Second Street, Suite 400, Dayton, OH 45402
Help here
- Aging and disability supportGet information, referrals, and help finding in-home and community services for older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on info4seniors.org
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio 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
- HelpLink 211, United Way of the Greater Dayton Area
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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