Mount Vernon
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Local offices in Mount Vernon
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Water Billing & Customer Service
3 N. Gay Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Water and wastewater billsAsk about water and wastewater bills, start or manage service, and find payment options.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mtvernonoh.gov
Older adults · Nonprofit
Station Break Senior Center
160 Howard Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Senior services and activitiesOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, activities, and other support.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stationbreak.org
Library · Regional office
Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County
201 N. Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Library resources and programsGet a library card and use books, learning resources, and library programs.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on knox.net
Local office · City office
Mount Vernon City Hall
40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- City services and resident informationFind information about city services, departments, and public meetings.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mtvernonoh.gov
City of Mount Vernon, Ohio website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Mount Vernon first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Overcomers Christian Center
35 miles from the center of Mount Vernon4743 Karl Rd., Columbus, OH 43229
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 43229, 43231, and 43085
What to bring: Photo ID required. No appointment needed.
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center
38 miles from the center of Mount Vernon14 W. Lakeview Ave., Columbus, OH 43202
Hours
- Tue12 PM to 3 PM
- Wed4 PM to 7 PM
- Thu12 PM to 3 PM
- Fri12 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 43202, 43214, and 43224
What to bring: Photo ID and proof of address required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Neighborhood Services, Inc.
38 miles from the center of Mount Vernon1950 N. 4th St., Columbus, OH 43201
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Tue10 AM to 1 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu10 AM to 1 PM
- Sun1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 43201, 43202, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43219, 43220, 43221, 43224, and 43229
What to bring: Scheduling opens one hour before service. Make appointments in person; first come, first served.
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
NNEMAP Food Pantry
38 miles from the center of Mount Vernon677 E. 11th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu3 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: All ZIP codes
What to bring: ID and proof of address required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Bishop Griffin Resource Center
38 miles from the center of Mount Vernon2875 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43209
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 11 AM
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
- Thu9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 43209, 43227, and 43213
What to bring: Photo ID and recent mail with address required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Dream Center
39 miles from the center of Mount Vernon38 W. Greenwood Ave., Columbus, OH 43201
Hours
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: All ZIP codes
What to bring: ID preferred but not required
Listed on columbus.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Mount Vernon
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
Mid-Ohio Food Collective
3960 Brookham Dr., Grove City, OH 43123
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 Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio
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
Kno-Ho-Co-Ashland Community Action Commission
120 N. 4th Street, Coshocton, OH 43812
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Knox County
Mount Vernon is in Knox County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Knox County Job & Family Services
117 East High Street, 3rd & 4th Floors, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Housing help · Regional office
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
201A West High Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Housing assistanceThe housing authority helps residents find information about affordable housing and housing assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on knoxmha.org
Public health · County office
Knox Public Health
11660 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can get public health information and services, including immunizations and disease prevention.
- WICWIC provides eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on knoxhealth.com
Older adults · Regional office
Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging
2131 Park Avenue West, Suite 100, Ontario, OH 44906
Help here
- Aging and disability supportThe agency connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers to in-home help and community services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaa5ohio.org
Veterans · County office
Knox County Veteran Services
105 East Chestnut Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Veterans assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families learn about and apply for benefits and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Emergency help · County office
Knox County Emergency Management Agency
11540 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe agency shares information to help residents prepare for emergencies and disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.knox.oh.us
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio 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
- 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.
Call 988Text 988