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Local offices in Princeton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing
2000 E Princeton Drive, Princeton, TX 75407
Help here
- Utility account and bill paymentStart or stop water service, ask about your account, or pay your city utility bill.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on princetontx.gov
Local office · City office
Princeton Municipal Center
2000 E Princeton Drive, Princeton, TX 75407
Help here
- City services and requestsContact city staff or submit a request for city services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on princetontx.gov
State office
2-1-1 Texas
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Library · City office
Lois Nelson Public Library
323 McKinney Avenue, Princeton, TX 75407
Help here
- Library access and programsGet a library card, use public computers, and take part in library programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on princetontx.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks & Recreation
306 N Main Street, Princeton, TX 75407
Help here
- Recreation programs and park facilitiesRegister for youth sports, community events, or reserve a park facility.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on princetontx.gov
City of Princeton, Texas website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Princeton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
The Salvation Army Plano
The Salvation Army
15 miles from the center of Princeton3528 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
Food pantry
Christian Benevolent Outreach Food Pantry
Catholic Charities Dallas
15 miles from the center of Princeton1804 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
15 miles from the center of Princeton1947 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
16 miles from the center of Princeton1896 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
16 miles from the center of Princeton900 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
Food pantry
Minnie’s Food Pantry
16 miles from the center of Princeton661 18th Street, Plano, TX 75074
Hours
- Wed8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Thu8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Sat8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed every 5th Saturday
Who can come: Anyone needing food; people experiencing homelessness may walk up weekly.
What to bring: For drive-through service, bring a photo ID and a utility bill. No income test or interview.
Listed on minniesfoodpantry.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Princeton
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
Community Services, Inc.
PO Box 612, Corsicana, TX 75151-0612
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Princeton
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 Princeton. These are the closest.
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas at McKinney
Also helps young people
4.7 miles away
291 Eldorado Parkway, Mckinney, TX 75069
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on May 15, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas
Also helps young people
15 miles away
1101 Resource Drive, Suite 100, Plano, TX 75074
Hours: M-F 8a-5p
Updated by CareerOneStop on May 15, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas
Also helps young people
20 miles away
217 N 10th Street, Garland, TX 75040
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Updated by CareerOneStop on June 1, 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
North Central Texas Workforce Development Board
600 Six Flags Drive, Suite 300, PO Box 5888 (76005-5888), Arlington, TX 76011
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 Collin County
Princeton is in Collin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Collin County WIC McKinney Office
825 N. McDonald St., Suite 120, McKinney, TX 75069
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on collincountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Collin County WIC Plano Office
900 E. Park Blvd., Suite 165, Plano, TX 75074
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on collincountytx.gov
Child support · County office
Collin County District Clerk Child Support Division
2100 Bloomdale Rd., Suite 10353, McKinney, TX 75071
Help here
- Child support payment recordsRequest a payment history for a Collin County child support case.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on collincountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Collin County Indigent Health Office
825 N. McDonald St., Suite 110, McKinney, TX 75069
Help here
- Indigent health careApply for health care help if you are an adult county resident with limited income and resources.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on collincountytx.gov
Public health · County office
Collin County Immunizations Clinic
825 N. McDonald St., Suite 145, McKinney, TX 75069
Help here
- ImmunizationsSchedule vaccines for eligible children and adults through the county clinic.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on collincountytx.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
LifePath Systems
1515 Heritage Dr., McKinney, TX 75069
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet mental health or substance use care and help with making an appointment.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lifepathsystems.org
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 877-541-7905 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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