Karnes City
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Local offices in Karnes City
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Utilities · City office
City of Karnes City Utility Billing
1007 N. Highway 123, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Water, sewer, and garbage billingStart or stop city utility service, pay a bill, ask about payment arrangements, or report a service problem.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofkctx.com
Local office · City office
Karnes City Hall
1007 N. Highway 123, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- City services and resident requestsContact City Hall for help with city services or to reach a city employee.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofkctx.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Alamo Kenedy Career Center
491 N. Sunset Strip Street, Suite 107, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Job search and career supportGet help finding a job, exploring a career, or finding job training and child care resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionsalamo.org
State office
Karnes City Driver License Office
210 West Calvert Avenue, Suite 190, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Driver licenses and state ID cardsApply for or renew a Texas driver license or identification card at this office.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on co.karnes.tx.us
Library · County office
Karnes City Public Library
302 South Panna Maria Avenue, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Public libraryVisit the library to use its public library services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on co.karnes.tx.us
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Karnes City first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Mobile pantry
Community Food Pantry
Southside ISD
42 miles from the center of Karnes City19190 US-281, San Antonio, TX 78221
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
7:00 A.M. once a month on Saturdays; actual distribution runs from 7:00 to 9:00 AM.
Who can come: Anyone in San Antonio
What to bring: No sign-up, proof of address, or proof of income required
Listed on southsideisd.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food Pantry at Resource Center at Villa Coronado
City of San Antonio Metro Health
45 miles from the center of Karnes City11030 Ruidosa St, Building 2, San Antonio, TX 78214
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Who can come: Southside community
Listed on sa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Harlandale (County)
City of San Antonio Senior Nutrition Program
49 miles from the center of Karnes City115 W Southcross, San Antonio, TX 78221
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Mid-day meal served daily.
Who can come: Adults 60 years and older and spouses in Bexar County
What to bring: Complete Senior Services Program enrollment
Listed on sa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Paul Lutheran Food Pantry
St. Paul Lutheran
50 miles from the center of Karnes City2302 S Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78210
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 1 PM
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
Listed on stpaulsa.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food Bank Ministry
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
50 miles from the center of Karnes City1001 N Walters St, San Antonio, TX 78202
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of the month, beginning at 8:00 a.m. until supplies run out.
Who can come: Everyone; no ZIP code restrictions
What to bring: Complete a questionnaire on the first visit
Listed on sa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Little Church of La Villita Food Pantry
Little Church of La Villita
51 miles from the center of Karnes City418 Villita Street, Building 13, San Antonio, TX 78205
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Who can come: People in need
Listed on littlechurchsa.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Karnes 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
San Antonio Food Bank
5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, 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
Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc.
801 N Highway 123 Byp, Seguin, TX 78155-3944
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Karnes County
Karnes City is in Karnes County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Camino Real Community Services Karnes County Clinic
322 W. Main, Suite 104, Kenedy, TX 78119
Help here
- Behavioral health servicesThe clinic provides mental health and substance use services to people in Karnes County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caminorealcs.org
Older adults · Regional office
Alamo Area Agency on Aging
2700 NE Loop 410, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78217
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help with benefits, care planning, meals, legal services, and transportation.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aacog.gov
Veterans · County office
Karnes County Veteran Services
115 N. Market Street, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe county Veteran Service Officer helps veterans and their families with veterans services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.karnes.tx.us
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Alamo Kenedy Career Center
491 N. Sunset Strip St. #107, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Job and career servicesThe career center helps residents find jobs, training, and child care resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionsalamo.org
State office
Karnes County Driver License Office
210 W. Calvert Avenue, Suite 190, Karnes City, TX 78118
Help here
- Driver license and ID servicesResidents can apply for or renew a Texas driver license or identification card at this office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.karnes.tx.us
Library · County office
Karnes County Libraries
Help here
- Library servicesThe county library system provides public library services through its local libraries.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.karnes.tx.us
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.
Call 988Text 988