Sinclairville

Local offices in Sinclairville

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Sinclairville Clerk’s Office

  8 Lester Street, Sinclairville, NY 14782

  Help here

  • Village services and water billing questionsContact the village office about local government services and water billing.
  Call 716-962-9455DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofsinclairvilleny.org

• Local office · Regional office

  211 WNY

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time for free, confidential help finding local health and human services.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wny.org

• Library · Regional office

  Sinclairville Free Library

  15 Main Street, Sinclairville, NY 14782

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, use public computers, and attend library programs.
  Call 716-962-5885DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sinclairvillelibrary.org

Village of Sinclairville website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Sinclairville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Free meals

  South Buffalo Community Table

  46 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  187 Southside Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14220

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 5 PM
  • Tue4 PM to 5 PM
  • Wed4 PM to 5 PM
  • Thu4 PM to 5 PM

  Who can come: People who seek its service; no qualifications or questions asked

  Call 716-822-3193DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on sbcommunitytable.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Genesis Center of WNY, Inc. Food Pantry

  Genesis Center of WNY, Inc.

  47 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  2161 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY 14210

  Hours

  • Thu10 AM to 1 PM; 4 PM to 5:30 PM
  Call 716-822-1901DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thegenesiscenter.us, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Meal Service

  Genesis Center of WNY, Inc.

  47 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  2161 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY 14210

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
  • Wed4 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
  • Fri4 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
  • Sat10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Everyone is welcome

  Call 716-822-1901DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thegenesiscenter.us, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Food Pantry at 206 S. Elmwood Ave.

  Evergreen Health

  47 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  206 S. Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14201

  Hours

  • Mon9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Tue1 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 3 PM
  • Fri9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

  Who can come: Eligible Evergreen Health patients and residents of ZIP code 14201

  What to bring: Complete a short intake with the pantry representative

  Call 716-847-2441DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on evergreenhs.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  The Belle Center Food Pantry

  The Belle Center

  47 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  104 Maryland Street, Buffalo, NY 14201

  Hours

  • Fri9 AM to 1 PM

  Who can come: Residents in ZIP codes 14201, 14202, and 14213

  What to bring: Identification is required; bring reusable bags

  Call 716-845-0485DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thebellecenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Buffalo City Mission Food Pantry

  Buffalo City Mission

  48 miles from the center of Sinclairville

  100 E. Tupper Street, Buffalo, NY 14203

  Hours

  • Mon10 AM to 12 PM. Subject to change
  • Wed10 AM to 12 PM. Subject to change
  Call 716-854-8181DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on buffalocitymission.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sinclairville

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

Offices for all of Chautauqua County

Sinclairville is in Chautauqua County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Chautauqua County Social Services, Jamestown

  110 East Fourth Street, Jamestown, NY 14701

  Help here

  • Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
  • Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
  Call 716-661-8200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Chautauqua County Social Services, Dunkirk

  319 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY 14048

  Help here

  • Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
  • Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
  Call 716-661-8200DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · Nonprofit

  Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC

  42 Dunham Place, Jamestown, NY 14701

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
  Call 716-218-1484DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.ny.gov

• State office · Nonprofit

  Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC, Dunkirk

  326 Central Avenue, 1st Floor, Dunkirk, NY 14048

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
  Call 716-218-1484DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.ny.gov

• Public health · County office

  Chautauqua County Health Department

  7 North Erie Street, Mayville, NY 14757

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about county health programs, immunizations, and community health services.Read more
  Call 716-753-4312DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Chautauqua County Mental Hygiene Services

  2 Academy Street, Suite 201, Mayville, NY 14757

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesContact the department for mental health and substance use services for adults, children, and families.Read more
  • 24-hour crisis helpCall the county crisis line any time for behavioral health support.Read more
  Call 716-753-4104DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Chautauqua County

New York programs by kind of help

These are run by New York 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