Appleton

Local offices in Appleton

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

• Housing help · City office

  Appleton Housing Authority

  925 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54914

  Help here

  • Affordable housingApply for housing assistance, public housing, or a housing choice voucher through the authority.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 920-739-6811DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Appleton Utilities Billing Support

  100 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Utility bill supportGet help with questions about a City of Appleton utility bill or payment.
  Call 920-832-6442DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · City office

  Appleton Health Department

  100 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about city health programs, public health nursing, and health concerns.
  • Age Friendly AppletonFind city information and resources for older adults and people who support them.
  Call 920-832-6429DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Wisconsin DMV Appleton Service Center

  711 W Association Drive, Appleton, WI 54914

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or get help with a Wisconsin driver license or state ID card at the service center.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Wisconsin Department of Revenue Appleton Office

  265 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Tax assistanceGet in-person help with Wisconsin tax questions at the Department of Revenue office.Read more
  Call 920-832-2727DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on revenue.wi.gov

• Library · City office

  Appleton Public Library

  200 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library books, computers, internet, printing, and public programs.
  Call 920-832-6173DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  City of Appleton General Inquiries

  100 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • City information and referralsCall the city’s general inquiry line for help finding the right city service.
  Call 920-832-6173DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Appleton Parks and Recreation

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind city recreation programs and information about Appleton parks.
  Call 920-832-5905Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on parks.appletonwi.gov

City of Appleton website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Appleton

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

Offices for all of Outagamie County

Appleton is in Outagamie County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Outagamie County WIC

  320 S. Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition benefitsWIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 920-832-5109DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Outagamie County Housing Authority

  218 E. Randall Street, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Affordable housingApply for subsidized housing if you are an eligible county resident.Apply online
  Call 920-734-5596DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on outagamiehousing.us

• Human services · County office

  Outagamie County Health & Human Services

  320 S. Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Health and human servicesGet help with county health and human services, including mental health and support for families.
  • Economic SupportApply for public benefits through the county or its income maintenance partnership.Apply online
  • Child SupportGet help establishing or enforcing child support and health insurance orders.Read more
  Call 920-832-4741DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Outagamie County Family Court Self Help Office

  320 S. Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Divorce paperwork helpGet help completing divorce paperwork if you do not have an attorney.
  Call 920-968-2985DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Aging and Disability Resource Center of Outagamie County

  320 S. Walnut Street, Level 1, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Aging and disability informationGet information about aging, disability, caregiving, long-term care, and available benefits.
  Call 920-832-5178DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Outagamie County Veterans Service Office

  320 S. Walnut Street, Appleton, WI 54911

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits and services.
  Call 920-832-5697DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Outagamie County

Wisconsin programs by kind of help

These are run by Wisconsin 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