Wharton
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Local offices in Wharton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 211 for free, confidential referrals to local help with food, housing, utility bills, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwayhouston.org
Utilities · City office
City of Wharton Utility Billing
120 E Caney St, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Utility bills and service requestsPay water, sewer, and garbage bills, ask about billing, or report a utility service issue.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofwharton.com
Older adults · Regional office
Wharton Office and Senior Center, WCJC Senior Citizen Program
LaDieu Technology Center, Room 112, 911 Boling Highway, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Senior meals and supportOlder adults can contact the program about congregate meals, home-delivered meals, and senior services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wcjc.edu
Local office · City office
City of Wharton City Hall
120 E Caney St, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- City services and informationVisit or call City Hall for information about city services and help reaching the right department.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofwharton.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
Workforce Solutions Wharton Career Office
1506 N Alabama Road, Suite C, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career guidance, and workforce training opportunities.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wrksolutions.com
Library · County office
Wharton County Library, Wharton Main Library
1920 N Fulton St, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Library materials and public accessGet a free Texas resident library card to borrow books and use public computers, Wi-Fi, study rooms, and printing services.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on whartonco.lib.tx.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Wharton Civic Center
1924 N Fulton St, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Community meeting and event spaceAsk about reserving the Civic Center's rooms for community meetings and events.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofwharton.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Wharton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
West Houston Assistance Ministries Food Distribution
West Houston Assistance Ministries
43 miles from the center of Wharton10501 Meadowglen Lane, Houston, TX 77042
Hours
- Fri8 AM to 10 AM. Drive-through; or until supplies run out
Who can come: General population
What to bring: Must be registered in Link2Feed. Tuesday through Thursday distribution is by appointment. Friday distribution is first come, first served.
Listed on whamministries.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Emergency Services - Southwest
Christian Community Service Center
45 miles from the center of Wharton6856 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77074
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 1 PM
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Residents of the CCSC service ZIP codes
What to bring: Complete an interview. Bring photo ID, household IDs or birth certificates, and proof of current address. ID is requested but is not required for USDA foods. No appointment is needed.
Listed on ccschouston.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Wednesday Night Fellowship
St. Luke's Gethsemane
45 miles from the center of Wharton6856 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77074
Hours
- Wed6 PM to 7 PM
Who can come: People of all ages and cultures
Listed on gethchurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
ICNA Relief Houston Food Pantry
ICNA Relief Houston
46 miles from the center of Wharton5645 Hillcroft Ave., Suite 405, Houston, TX 77036
Hours
- Tue4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed4 PM to 6 PM
- Thu4 PM to 6 PM
- Fri4 PM to 6 PM
- Sat12 PM to 2 PM. By appointment
Who can come: Registered clients
What to bring: Register for monthly food assistance. Pantry visits are scheduled by appointment. New visitors may ask staff about an emergency food basket when resources are available.
Listed on icnarelief.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Emergency Services - Central
Christian Community Service Center
50 miles from the center of Wharton3434 Branard St., Houston, TX 77027
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 2 PM
- Tue10 AM to 2 PM
- Wed10 AM to 2 PM
- Thu10 AM to 2 PM
- Fri10 AM to 2 PM
- Sat9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Residents of the CCSC service ZIP codes
What to bring: Complete an interview. Bring photo ID, household IDs or birth certificates, and proof of current address. ID is requested but is not required for USDA foods. No appointment is needed.
Listed on ccschouston.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
East Spring Branch Food Pantry
50 miles from the center of Wharton7901 Westview Dr., Houston, TX 77055
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 2 PM
- Tue11 AM to 2 PM
- Thu11 AM to 2 PM
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
What to bring: Bring ID for each family member and proof of residence to help with registration.
Listed on eastspringbranchfoodpantry.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Wharton
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
Food Bank of the Golden Crescent
801 South Laurent, Victoria, TX 77901
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
Lone Star Legal Aid
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
Combined Community Action, Inc.
165 W Austin St, Giddings, TX 78942-3205
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Wharton County
Wharton is in Wharton County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Wharton WIC Clinic
2015 N. Fulton Street, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- WIC nutrition and food benefitsWIC provides eligible families with healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Galveston County Community Action Council, Wharton Outreach Office
213 B Richmond Road, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Food, clothing, and utility assistance referralsContact the outreach office to ask about help with food, clothing, or utility bills.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hfwharton.org
Local office · State office
2-1-1 Texas
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall or search online for referrals to food, housing, health, and other support services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Texana Center
Help here
- Mental health and substance use servicesGet information about mental health and substance use services for Wharton County residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on texanacenter.com
Older adults · Regional office
Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging, Southwest Satellite Office
1111 Collins Road, Richmond, TX 77469
Help here
- Aging services information and assistanceOlder adults and caregivers can get information about local services and help with care needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on h-gac.com
Veterans · County office
Wharton County Veteran's Service Officer
1017 N. Alabama Road, Wharton, TX 77488
Help here
- Veterans benefits claims helpGet help preparing and submitting claims for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wharton.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
- 211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE
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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