Columbia City
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Local offices in Columbia City
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Local office · City office
Columbia City Hall
1840 2nd St, Columbia City, OR 97018
Help here
- City Hall servicesContact City Hall for help with city services and questions.
- Water and sewer billingAsk City Hall about water and sewer bills, usage, and starting or stopping service.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on columbia-city.org
Library · City office
Columbia City Community Library
2000 Second Street, Columbia City, OR 97018
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to browse and borrow books and use its book catalog.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on columbia-city.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Columbia City first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
St. Johns Food Share
22 miles from the center of Columbia City8100 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 4 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM
- Fri10 AM to 4 PM
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: No proof of need required.
Listed on stjohnsfoodshare.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Sunshine Division’s Free Food Markets NW Portland
Sunshine Division
26 miles from the center of Columbia City2121 NW Front Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu11 AM to 3 PM; 4 PM to 7 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Sat9 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need of food assistance
What to bring: Bring any form of photo ID and meet at least one basic eligibility requirement. Proof of eligibility is not required.
Listed on sunshinedivision.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Blanchet House of Hospitality
Blanchet House
27 miles from the center of Columbia City310 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR 97209
Hours
- Mon6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
- Tue6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
- Wed6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
- Thu6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
- Fri6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
- Sat6:30 AM to 7:25 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12:25 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 5:55 PM. Dinner
Who can come: Everyone
Listed on blanchethouse.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Union Gospel Mission
Union Gospel Mission Portland
27 miles from the center of Columbia City15 NW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Tuesday-Friday: 2:00 PM light lunch while supplies last. Wednesday-Friday: 8:00 PM dinner while supplies last. Saturday: 11:00 AM meal.
Who can come: People in need
Listed on ugmportland.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Burnside Shelter
Portland Rescue Mission
27 miles from the center of Columbia City111 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Breakfast (7 am) & Dinner (6 pm) Daily
Who can come: Any individual experiencing homelessness
Listed on portlandrescuemission.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Downtown hospitality center
Operation Nightwatch
27 miles from the center of Columbia City1432 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Hours
- Thu6:30 PM to 10 PM
- Fri6:30 PM to 10 PM
- Sat6:30 PM to 10 PM
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness, low-income individuals, and people facing other barriers
Listed on operationnightwatch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Columbia City
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
Oregon Food Bank
7900 NE 33rd Drive, Portland, OR 97211
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 Services of Oregon
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 Team, Inc - CAT
125 N 17th St, Saint Helens, OR 97051-1708
Listed on oregon.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Columbia County
Columbia City is in Columbia County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
ODHS St. Helens Self-Sufficiency Office
500 N. Columbia River Highway, Suite 210, St. Helens, OR 97051
Help here
- SNAP food benefitsApply for monthly food benefits to help pay for groceries.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oregon.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211info
Help here
- Help finding local resourcesCall 211 to find local help with needs such as housing, utilities, food, health care, and jobs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211info.org
Public health · County office
Columbia County Public Health
230 Strand St., St. Helens, OR 97051
Help here
- Public health servicesGet help with health care access, disease prevention, health promotion, and environmental health.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiacountyor.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Columbia County Law Library
270 S. First St., St. Helens, OR 97051
Help here
- Legal research and self-help resourcesUse legal research materials, public computers, and self-help guides for court matters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on columbiacountyor.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Columbia County Area Agency on Aging
125 N. 17th St., St. Helens, OR 97051
Help here
- Aging and disability resource connectionGet information and referrals to services for older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, and caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gethelp.211info.org
Veterans · Regional office
Columbia County Veterans Service Office
125 N. 17th St., St. Helens, OR 97051
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oregon.gov
Oregon programs by kind of help
These are run by Oregon 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
- 211info
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