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Local offices in Temple Terrace
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Utilities · City office
Temple Terrace Utility Billing
11250 N. 56th Street, Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Help here
- Utility accounts and billsStart or stop city water, sewer, and solid waste service, pay bills, and ask billing questions.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on templeterrace.gov
Local office · City office
Temple Terrace Public Works Customer Service
11210 N. 53rd Street, Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Help here
- Public Works customer serviceContact the city about public works services and report a city service issue.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on templeterrace.gov
Library · City office
Temple Terrace Public Library
202 Bullard Pkwy., Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Help here
- Library resources and programsGet a library card and use books, online resources, homework help, and job search resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on templeterrace.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Temple Terrace Leisure Services, Parks & Recreation
6610 Whiteway Dr., Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind city classes, sports, pools, camps, and recreation facilities.
- Senior activitiesFind social activities, recreation, and trips for older adults at the Omar K. Lightfoot Center.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on templeterrace.gov
City of Temple Terrace website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Temple Terrace first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace Food Pantry
Bible-Based Fellowship Church of Temple Terrace
2.3 miles from the center of Temple Terrace8718 N. 46th Street, Tampa, FL 33617
Hours
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Listed on bbftt.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
ICNA Relief USA - Tampa
4 miles from the center of Temple Terrace5628 56th Commerce Park BLVD, Tampa, FL 33610
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Kinship Free Market - Harvest Hope Park
University Area Community Development Corporation, Inc.
4.2 miles from the center of Temple Terrace13704 N 20th St, Tampa, FL 33613
Hours
- Fri11 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People in need
Listed on uacdc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Feeding Tampa Mobile Pantry - University Area Community Center
University Area Community Development Corporation, Inc.
4.2 miles from the center of Temple Terrace14013 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33613
Hours
- Wed4:30 PM to 6 PM (3rd of the month)
What to bring: No ID, papers, or pre-screening required.
Listed on uacdc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Metro Market
Metropolitan Ministries
4.3 miles from the center of Temple Terrace2011 East Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 2 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
- Thu10 AM to 2 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
What to bring: Bring a utility bill, lease agreement, or rental receipt. An assessment and evaluation are required to determine eligibility. You must be able to store and cook food at home.
Listed on metromin.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
A Blessing Food Pantry
4.8 miles from the center of Temple Terrace920 E Sitka ST, Tampa, FL 33604
Hours
- Wed8 AM to 12 PM
Listed on gis.fdacs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Temple Terrace
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 Tampa Bay
3624 Causeway Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619
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
Bay Area Legal Services, 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
Hillsborough County
601 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602-4156
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hillsborough County
Temple Terrace is in Hillsborough County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Hillsborough County Social Services
Help here
- Community Resource CentersGet help with basic needs, housing, education, training, and utility assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hcfl.gov
State office
North Hillsborough Health Center (WIC)
9827 N. Sheldon Road, Tampa, FL 33635
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)WIC provides eligible families with food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hillsborough.floridahealth.gov
Housing help · County office
Hillsborough County Affordable Housing Services
601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 24th Floor, Tampa, FL 33602
Help here
- Home repair and down payment assistanceFind county assistance for eligible home repairs and home purchases.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hcfl.gov
Public health · State office
Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County
1105 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit the health department for public health and clinic services offered at this location.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hillsborough.floridahealth.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
James J. Lunsford Law Library
701 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal books and research resources to learn about the law and court process.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on flcourts.gov
Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay 211
One Crisis Center Plaza, Tampa, FL 33613
Help here
- 211 information and crisis supportCall 211 any time for confidential crisis support and connections to local services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on crisiscenter.com
Florida programs by kind of help
These are run by Florida 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
- Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Gateway Contact Center
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.
Call 988Text 988