Bristol
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Local offices in Bristol
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Kenosha County Center
19600 75th Street, Bristol, WI 53104
Help here
- Public benefitsGet help applying for, renewing, or changing FoodShare, Medicaid, and other benefits at this local office.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov
Local office · City office
Bristol Village Hall
19801 83rd Street, Bristol, WI 53104
Help here
- Village servicesContact the village clerk about local government services, records, elections, and permits.
- Utility billsPay or ask questions about village utility bills through the village payment page.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofbristol.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Bristol first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
UMOS Food Pantry
Umos
32 miles from the center of Bristol2701 S Chase Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 4 PM
- Tue1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri1 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: Low-income households at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Listed on umos.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Mitchell Food Center
NourishMKE
33 miles from the center of Bristol1615 S 22nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Neighbors with incomes below government guidelines.
What to bring: Bring ID for you and each person in your household, plus proof of ZIP code. Proof of income is not required.
Listed on nourishmke.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Ascension Lutheran Church
The Gathering of Southeast Wisconsin
34 miles from the center of Bristol1236 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Hours
- Mon5 PM to 6 PM
- Wed5 PM to 6 PM
- Sat11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: Everyone is welcome.
Listed on thegatheringwis.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Orchard Food Center
NourishMKE
34 miles from the center of Bristol209 W Orchard Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Hours
- Tue12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Wed4 PM to 6 PM
- Thu12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Who can come: Neighbors with incomes below government guidelines.
What to bring: Bring ID for you and each person in your household, plus proof of ZIP code. Proof of income is not required.
Listed on nourishmke.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Cross Roads Kitchen
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Milwaukee
34 miles from the center of Bristol931 W Madison St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Hours
- Mon5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
- Tue5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
- Wed5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
- Thu5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
- Fri5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
- Sun5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Listed on svdpmilw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH (Lunch at Olgas)
The Gathering of Southeast Wisconsin
35 miles from the center of Bristol631 N 19th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Hours
- Tue11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Thu11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Sun11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: Everyone is welcome.
Listed on thegatheringwis.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Bristol
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
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
1700 W. Fond Du Lac Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53205
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 Action of Wisconsin, 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
Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency, Inc.
2113 N Wisconsin St, Racine, WI 53402-4774
Listed on dcf.wisconsin.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Kenosha County
Bristol is in Kenosha County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Kenosha County Department of Human Services
8600 Sheridan Road, Suite 100, Kenosha, WI 53143
Help here
- Family, disability, and economic supportGet help finding county services for families, children, older adults, and people with disabilities or behavioral health needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenoshacountywi.gov
State office
Wisconsin DHS Eligibility Management, Kenosha
8600 Sheridan Road, Suite 122, Kenosha, WI 53143
Help here
- Public benefit applications and interviewsVisit for help applying for or renewing FoodShare, Medicaid, BadgerCare Plus, and other benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov
Housing help · County office
Kenosha County Housing Authority
19600 75th Street, Suite 185-3, Bristol, WI 53104
Help here
- Housing assistance informationGet information about county housing programs and rental assistance options.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenoshacountywi.gov
Public health · County office
Kenosha County Public Health
8600 Sheridan Road, Suite 600, Kenosha, WI 53143
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information and help with health appointments, lead programs, and other county health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenoshacountywi.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Kenosha County Division of Behavioral Health Services
8600 Sheridan Road, Kenosha, WI 53143
Help here
- Behavioral health supportGet information and help finding mental health and substance use services.
- Crisis interventionCall the crisis line for behavioral health support at any time.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenoshacountywi.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Kenosha County Behavioral Health Resource Center
3536 52nd Street, Kenosha, WI 53144
Help here
- Behavioral health resource navigationVisit or call to get help finding mental health and substance use support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kenoshacountywi.gov
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
Talk to a person
- 211 Wisconsin
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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