Fort Collins

Local offices in Fort Collins

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

• Human services · City office

  Housing and Community Vitality

  222 Laporte Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521

  Help here

  • Human services and housing supportThe city funds local groups that help residents with basic needs, housing, and homelessness.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Housing Catalyst

  1715 W. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins, CO

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceThe housing authority manages affordable homes and rental assistance for local households.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on housingcatalyst.com

• Utilities · City office

  Fort Collins Utilities Customer Support

  222 Laporte Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521

  Help here

  • Utility accounts and billsGet help with utility accounts, bills, starting or stopping service, and reporting problems.
  • Utility bill assistanceFind programs that may help with past-due bills, heating costs, or lower utility rates.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 970-212-2900DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Fort Collins Senior Center

  1200 Raintree Dr., Fort Collins, CO 80526

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  • Senior programs and activitiesAdults of all ages can use the center, which offers programs and recreation with a focus on adults 50 and older.
  Call 970-221-6644DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Access Fort Collins

  300 Laporte Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521

  Help here

  • City questions and service requestsSend a city question or service request to the staff who can help and check its status online.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Colorado Driver License Office, Fort Collins

  3030 S. College Ave., #100, Fort Collins, CO 80526

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or renew a driver license, permit, or identification card at this office.
  Call 303-205-5600DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.test.colorado.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Recreation Division

  Help here

  • Recreation programsFind city recreation programs, activities, and facilities for people of all ages.Apply online
  Call 970-221-6655Website

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

City of Fort Collins website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Fort Collins

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

Offices for all of Larimer County

Fort Collins is in Larimer County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way of Larimer County 211

  Help here

  • 211 resource referralCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, child care, and emergencies.
  Call 211Website

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

• Jobs and training · County office

  Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development

  200 West Oak Street, Suite 5000, Fort Collins, CO 80522

  Help here

  • Job and training helpGet help finding work, training, education, and support for your job search.
  Call 970-498-6600DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cdle.colorado.gov

Everything in Larimer County

Colorado programs by kind of help

These are run by Colorado 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