Kenmore

Local offices in Kenmore

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · Nonprofit

  Washington 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or search online to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, and other needs.
  Call 1-877-211-9274Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Utilities · Regional office

  Northshore Utility District

  6830 NE 185th St, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billing and paymentPay a water or sewer bill, ask about service, or apply for the district's utility discount program.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 425-398-4400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nud.net

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Kenmore Senior Center

  6910 NE 170th St, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Help here

  • Senior programs and supportJoin classes, social activities, wellness programs, and support groups at the center.
  • Community food pantryGet free food at the community pantry on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
  Call 425-489-0707DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenmorewa.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Kenmore Library

  6531 NE 181st Street, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use computers and printers, or get help with library services.
  Call 425-486-8747DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcls.org

• Local office · City office

  Kenmore City Hall

  18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Help here

  • City services and resident informationVisit City Hall for help with city services, public safety information, pet licensing, facility rentals, and other resident needs.
  Call 425-398-8900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenmorewa.gov

City of Kenmore website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Kenmore first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Kenmore Senior Center

  Hopelink

  0.3 miles from the center of Kenmore

  6910 NE 170th St, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Hours

  • Tue: times not listed, call first

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 425-869-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Kenmore Community Church

  Hopelink

  0.6 miles from the center of Kenmore

  7504 NE Bothell Way, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Hours

  • Thu: times not listed, call first

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 425-869-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Kenmore Food Bank

  Cedar Park Kenmore Church

  1.1 miles from the center of Kenmore

  18737 68th Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028

  Hours

  • Mon: times not listed, call first

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 425-939-1377DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  UW Bothell/Cascadia College

  Hopelink

  2.7 miles from the center of Kenmore

  18115 Campus Way NE, Building CC2, Bothell, WA 98011

  Hours

  • Thu: times not listed, call first

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 425-869-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry · also free meals

  Lake City Food Bank

  North Helpline

  2.8 miles from the center of Kenmore

  12736 33rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125

  Hours

  • Wed9 AM to 1:45 PM
  • Thu4 PM to 6:45 PM
  • Sat9 AM to 1:45 PM

  Who can come: Neighbors may access North Helpline's two food banks up to six times per month

  What to bring: First-time visitors register for a North Helpline card; no state ID is needed for the card.

  Call 206-367-3477DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on northhelpline.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  POPYs Café

  YMCA of Greater Seattle

  3 miles from the center of Kenmore

  14514 20th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

  Hours

  • Wed: times not listed, call first

  Who can come: Anyone

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on data.seattle.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kenmore

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of King County

Kenmore is in King County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Kent Public Health Center WIC

  25742 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  Call 206-477-6950DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

• State office

  King North Community Services Office

  9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office

  King South Community Services Office

  1313 W Meeker St., Kent, WA 98032

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office

  King Eastside Community Services Office

  805 156th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98007

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• State office

  Federal Way Community Services Office

  616 S 348th St., Federal Way, WA 98003

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and medical assistanceApply for or manage state food, cash, and medical assistance benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• Human services · County office

  King County Department of Community and Human Services

  401 5th Ave., Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98104

  Help here

  • Community and human services informationFind information about county funded housing, behavioral health, youth, veteran, and other community services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kingcounty.gov

Everything in King County

Washington programs by kind of help

These are run by Washington 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
• 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