Basic Needs Resources
Below is a list of basic needs services in Austin/Travis County. While some of these items are linked to county and state services, others are local COA departments and non-profit agencies. There is not guarantee that services will be able to be provided. Many services require financial eligibility.
For general information about community services United Way/2-1-1 is always available for additional information.
Food
- SNAP benefits. Apply Here- https://hhs.texas.gov/services/food/snap-food-benefits
- Central Texas Food Bank- Food Pantry/Mass Food Distributions § Food Pantry Map- https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/food-assistance/get-food-now
Food Distribution
- https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/agencies
- El Buen Samaritano (Tues/Thurs 8:00-10:00 a.m.)- 512-439-8900
- City of Austin Neighborhood Centers- http://www.austintexas.gov/department/neighborhood-centers
- Travis County Community Centers- https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers
- AISD will provide free meals for children and their caregivers at 25 schools from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22. from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22.
AISD will resume regular curbside meal service on Thursday, Feb. 25 with morning, midday and afternoon pick up windows. Families may view curbside meal sites, times and more information at www.austinisd.org/openforlearning/meals.
Medical Care
- Travis County MAP (Medical Assistance Program)- https://www.centralhealth.net/map/
- Lone Star Circle of Care- https://lonestarcares.org/patients/financial-billing-information/eligibility-payment/
Mental Health
- Integral Care Crisis Hotline- 512-472-HELP(4357)
Rental Assistance
- City of Austin Neighborhood Centers- http://www.austintexas.gov/department/neighborhood-centers
- Travis County Community Centers- https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers
- St. Vincent de Paul- 512-419-1667
Utility Assistance
- Austin Energy Plus 1- https://austinenergy.com/ae/residential/your-bill/customer-assistance-programs/financial-support-plus1
Child Care Assistance
- Workforce Solutions Child Care Services- https://www.wfscapitalarea.com/our-services/childcare/#parents
COVID-19 Testing
Austin Public Health COVID-19 for testing call the Nursing Hotline 512-972-5560 or the testing portal at https://covid19.austintexas.gov/s/?language=en_US