Fort Wayne
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Local offices in Fort Wayne
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State office
Allen County Division of Family Resources
201 E Rudisill Boulevard, Suite 302, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Help here
- SNAP, TANF, and health coverageApply for food assistance, cash assistance, or health coverage through the local benefits office.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Housing help · City office
Office of Housing and Neighborhood Services
200 E Berry Street, Suite 320, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Homeowner programsAsk about city programs that help eligible residents repair or buy a home.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing and homelessness servicesFind city-funded housing and homelessness services provided with community partners.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Fort Wayne Housing Authority
7315 Hanna Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
Help here
- Public housingApply for affordable rental housing for eligible low-income households, older adults, and people with disabilities.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing Choice Voucher ProgramGet information about rental help through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fwha.org
Utilities · City office
Fort Wayne City Utilities Customer Support
200 E Berry Street, Suite 130, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Water and sewer accountsStart or stop water and sewer service, ask about a bill, or arrange a payment plan.Read more
- Utility bill assistanceAsk about the City Utilities Relief Fund or a late fee exemption if you meet the program rules.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on utilities.cityoffortwayne.org
Local office · City office
Neighborhood Code Compliance
200 E Berry Street, Suite 320, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Property code complaintsReport unsafe or poorly maintained homes and properties, or ask about a city code citation.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · City office
Fort Wayne Public Works
Help here
- Garbage and recyclingRequest a garbage or recycling bin, or report a missed collection.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · State office
Indiana 211
Help here
- Help finding local resourcesCall 211 to get connected with local health and human service resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Human services · Regional office
Fort Wayne Metropolitan Human Relations Commission
2310 Parnell Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Help here
- Discrimination complaintsAsk for help with a discrimination complaint or learn about your rights under local law.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fortwaynemetro.org
Courts and legal help · City office
Fort Wayne City Clerk
200 E Berry Street, Suite 110, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- City Violations BureauPay or ask about city parking, animal control, fire, and neighborhood code violations.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · City office
311 Call Center
Help here
- City service requestsCall or submit a request online about a non-emergency city service or neighborhood issue.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · City office
Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control
3020 Hillegas Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Help here
- Lost pets, animal control, and adoptionGet help with lost pets, animal concerns, and adopting an animal.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · City office
Fort Wayne Police Department Victim Assistance Unit
Help here
- Crime victim supportGet information, referrals, and help navigating the justice system after a crime.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fwpd.org
Jobs and training · State office
WorkOne Fort Wayne
201 E Rudisill Boulevard, Suite 102, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding a job, building skills, and learning about workforce programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office
Fort Wayne BMV Branch, Pine Valley
10204 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver licenses, state identification cards, and vehicle transactions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office
Fort Wayne BMV Branch, Waynedale
6011 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver licenses, state identification cards, and vehicle transactions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Library · County office
Allen County Public Library
900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Library servicesUse library collections, reference help, computers, and learning resources across the county library system.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on acpl.lib.in.us
Local office · City office
Department of Neighborhoods
200 E Berry Street, Suite 320, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Neighborhood association supportGet help organizing a neighborhood association, planning local projects, and finding neighborhood grants.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Local office · Regional office
Citilink
801 Leesburg Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fwcitilink.com
Parks and recreation · City office
Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation
705 E State Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind parks, recreation facilities, classes, camps, and programs for residents of different ages.
- Youth program scholarshipsEligible children may apply for up to $75 toward one city class, camp, or program each year.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityoffortwayne.in.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Fort Wayne first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
The Rescue Mission
0.8 miles from the center of Fort Wayne404 E. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Free meals to the public at 7 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. daily
Who can come: All who are in need
Listed on fwrm.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Inasmuch - Food Pantry
Inasmuch Ministry
0.9 miles from the center of Fort Wayne930 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM; 5 PM to 7 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
- Fri9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: Clients may visit every 14 days.
Listed on inasmuchfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Mary's Soup Kitchen
St. Mary Mother of God Catholic Church
0.9 miles from the center of Fort Wayne1101 S. Lafayette St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 2 PM
- Tue10 AM to 2 PM
- Wed10 AM to 2 PM
- Thu10 AM to 2 PM
- Fri10 AM to 2 PM
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM
- Sun10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: All who come
Listed on stmarysfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services Food Bank
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services
1.1 miles from the center of Fort Wayne1316 Broadway, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM
- Tue4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM
- Thu2 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: No ID is necessary. Visits are limited to once every 30 days.
Listed on wellspringinterfaith.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Miss Virginia's Food Pantry
1.2 miles from the center of Fort Wayne1312 S. Hanna St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: All in need
Listed on missvirginiafoodpantry.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Heartland Church Food Pantry
Heartland Church
1.4 miles from the center of Fort Wayne1025 Vance Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Food Pantry - Sundays @ 5pm
Listed on heartlandfw.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Fort Wayne
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
Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana, Inc.
999 East Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
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
Indiana 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
Community Action of Northeast Indiana/Brightpoint
227 E. Washington Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Listed on in.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Allen County
Fort Wayne is in Allen County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Indiana 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Public health · Nonprofit
Allen County WIC Clinic
1717 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
State office
Allen County Division of Family Resources
201 East Rudisill Boulevard, Suite 302, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsApply for SNAP food assistance, TANF cash assistance, and health coverage at the local benefits office.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on in.gov
Public health · County office
Allen County Department of Health
200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information and services for public health concerns, including clinics and health records.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on allencountyhealth.com
Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit
Park Center
1909 Carew Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Help here
- Behavioral health servicesGet information about mental health and substance use services for people of all ages.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on parkcenter.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Allen County Courts Self Help Center
715 South Calhoun Street, Room 208, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Help here
- Family court self-help resourcesFind forms and resources for people handling domestic relations cases without a lawyer.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on allencounty.in.gov
Indiana programs by kind of help
These are run by Indiana 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
- Indiana 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-211-9966 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988