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Local offices in Dodd City
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
City of Dodd City City Office
304 Caney Street, Dodd City, TX 75438
Help here
- City services and informationContact the city office for help with city services and information.
- Water and sewer bill paymentsPay your city utility bill online or by phone through the city's payment service.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofdoddcity.org
City of Dodd City, Texas website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Dodd City first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
The Salvation Army Plano
The Salvation Army
52 miles from the center of Dodd City3528 14th St., Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Tue10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Thu10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Listed on salvationarmyusa.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Frisco Family Services Market
Frisco Family Services
52 miles from the center of Dodd City9085 Dogwood St., Frisco, TX 75033
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 5 PM
- Tue9 AM to 5 PM
- Wed9 AM to 5 PM
- Thu9 AM to 5 PM
- Fri9 AM to 5 PM
Who can come: Frisco residents and people who live within Frisco ISD boundaries and have a documented crisis
What to bring: Apply and bring a picture ID for each applicant, a current lease or housing agreement, government ID for household members, household bills, crisis documentation, and proof of income.
Languages: Spanish
Listed on friscofamilyservices.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Christian Benevolent Outreach Food Pantry
Catholic Charities Dallas
52 miles from the center of Dodd City1804 Avenue P, Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Tue7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Registration ends at 10:00
Who can come: People who live in Plano ZIP codes 75074 and 75075
What to bring: Bring current documents with matching names and addresses, including photo ID and proof of address in ZIP code 75074 or 75075.
Listed on willowcreekfellowship.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Sandwich Blessings
Christ United Methodist Church Plano
52 miles from the center of Dodd City1947 K Ave Suite B100, Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Tue10:30 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Neighbors facing homelessness and food scarcity
Listed on cumc.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
God's Pantry
52 miles from the center of Dodd City1896 K Avenue #200, Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 1 PM
- Sat10 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Everyone
What to bring: No income verification or proof of residency is required.
Listed on godspantryplano.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Sandwich Blessings
Christ United Methodist Church Plano
53 miles from the center of Dodd City900 18th Street, Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Sat10:30 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Neighbors facing homelessness and food scarcity
Listed on cumc.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Dodd 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
North Texas Food Bank
3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075
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 NorthWest Texas
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
Texoma Council of Governments
1117 Gallagher Dr, Sherman, TX 75090-1797
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Dodd City
American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.
CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Dodd City. These are the closest.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Workforce Solutions Texoma
Also helps young people
5.3 miles away
1205 B East Sam Rayburn Drive, Bonham, TX 75418
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 14, 2026
American Job Center
Workforce Solutions Texoma
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
29 miles away
2415 S Austin Ave, Suite 105, Denison, TX 75020-7742
Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 4, 2026
American Job Center
Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
31 miles away
4609 King Street, Greenville, TX 75401-4212
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on October 5, 2026
Unemployment benefits in Texas
If you lost your job or your hours were cut, you may be able to get unemployment insurance. You apply with the state, and the state decides who qualifies.
Workforce board for this area
The workforce board plans the job and training programs here and funds the job centers. Go to a job center for help; call the board with questions about its programs.
Workforce board
Texoma Workforce Development Board
2415 S. Austin Avenue Suite 107, Suite 107, Denison, TX 75020
Workforce board
Texas Workforce Investment Council
1100 San Jacinto, Suite100, Austin, TX 78701
Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.
Offices for all of Fannin County
Dodd City is in Fannin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Bonham HHSC Benefits Office
1205 E Sam Rayburn, Bonham, TX 75418
Help here
- State benefits applicationsResidents can contact this office about applying for state benefits such as SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.texas.gov
Community action · Regional office
Texoma Council of Governments Energy Services
1117 Gallagher Dr, Suite 200, Sherman, TX 75090
Help here
- Utility assistanceEligible Fannin County households can apply for help paying utility bills.Apply online
- WeatherizationEligible households can apply for home weatherization help to improve energy efficiency.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tcog.com
Human services · County office
Fannin County Indigent Health Care Program
200 E 1st St, Bonham, TX 75418
Help here
- Indigent health careQualified county residents can apply for help with medical visits, prescriptions, tests, and other covered care.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.fannin.tx.us
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Texoma Community Center
315 W McLain Dr, Sherman, TX 75092
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesResidents can contact the center for mental health, substance use, and related services in Fannin County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on texomacc.org
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Texoma
Help here
- Health and human services referralsResidents can call 2-1-1 for referrals to health, human services, and community resources in Fannin County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tcog.com
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of Texoma
1117 Gallagher Rd, Suite 200, Sherman, TX 75090
Help here
- Aging and disability supportOlder adults and people with disabilities can ask for benefits counseling, care coordination, caregiver help, and nutrition services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tcog.com
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
- 2-1-1 Texas
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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