Cottleville
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Local offices in Cottleville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · Regional office
United Way 211
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 211 for referrals to local housing, food, utility, and other community help.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211.org
Courts and legal help · City office
Cottleville Municipal Court
5490 Fifth Street, Cottleville, MO 63304
Help here
- Municipal court cases and finesGet help with city traffic tickets, summonses, code cases, and court payments.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofcottleville.com
Local office · City office
Cottleville City Hall
5490 Fifth Street, Cottleville, MO 63304
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact City Hall with questions about city services or to reach a city department.
- Trash and recycling billingContact the city about trash service, billing, payment, or a senior discount.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofcottleville.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Cottleville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
The Wellston Center
21 miles from the center of Cottleville1705 Kienlen Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63133
Hours
- Tue8 AM to 12 PM
- Wed8 AM to 12 PM
- Fri8 AM to 12 PM
- Sat8 AM to 12 PM
Listed on wellstoncenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Food Pantry
Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis
22 miles from the center of Cottleville1408 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63113
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Call for hours
What to bring: Individuals seeking food assistance must be 18 years of age or older and have a picture ID.
Listed on ulstl.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Salvation Army St. Louis Euclid Corps Food Pantry
The Salvation Army St. Louis Euclid Corps
23 miles from the center of Cottleville2618 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63113
Hours
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Trinity Food Ministry
Trinity Episcopal Church
23 miles from the center of Cottleville600 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
Hours
- Tue1:30 PM to 3 PM. Pantry and take-out hot meal.
- Thu4 PM to 5 PM. Pantry and take-out hot meal.
Listed on trinitycwe.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Trinity Food Ministry Cafe
Trinity Episcopal Church
23 miles from the center of Cottleville600 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
Hours
- Wed12 PM to 1:30 PM
- Sun2 PM to 2:30 PM. Hot lunch.
Listed on trinitycwe.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Estell Ministries Food Pantry
Estell Ministries
24 miles from the center of Cottleville3803 Page Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63113
Hours
- Thu10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need.
Listed on estellministries.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Cottleville
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
St. Louis Area Foodbank
70 Corporate Woods Drive, Bridgeton, MO 63044
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 Services of Eastern Missouri, 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
North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC)
16 N Court St, PO Box 470, Bowling Green, MO 63334-1534
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of St. Charles County
Cottleville is in St. Charles County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Missouri Department of Social Services Family Support Division, St. Charles Resource Center
3737 Harry S. Truman Boulevard, St. Charles, MO 63301
Help here
- Public benefitsGet help with applications for food, cash, health care, and other public assistance benefits.Apply online
- Child supportGet help establishing or enforcing a child support order.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.mo.gov
Public health · County office
St. Charles County Department of Public Health
1650 Boone's Lick Road, St. Charles, MO 63301
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health screenings, immunizations, disease testing, and health information.
- WICEligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition help, and health referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sccmo.org
Courts and legal help · State office
St. Charles County Law Library
300 North Second Street, Room 503, St. Charles, MO 63301
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse legal books, computers, and Westlaw for legal research and court-related work.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stccountycourts.com
Older adults · Regional office
Aging Ahead
14535 Manchester Road, Manchester, MO 63011
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding meals, transportation, care, and other local services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingahead.org
Veterans · State office
Missouri Veterans Commission, St. Charles Veterans Service Office
201 North Second Street, Suite 323, St. Charles, MO 63301
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits and connecting with available services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mvc.dps.mo.gov
Emergency help · County office
St. Charles County Regional Emergency Management
1400 T.R. Hughes Boulevard, O'Fallon, MO 63366
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information and training to help prepare your household for emergencies and disasters.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sccmo.org
Missouri programs by kind of help
These are run by Missouri 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
- United Way 211
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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