Cottonwood

Local offices in Cottonwood

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

• Local office · City office

  Cottonwood City Office

  8330 FM 2451, Scurry, TX 75158

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact the city secretary for city information or to arrange an appointment to view city documents.
  Call 972-486-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Cottonwood website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

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

• Free grocery market

  Inspired Vision Compassion Center

  25 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  2019 N. Masters Drive, Dallas, TX 75217

  Hours

  • Mon9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Tue9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Wed9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Thu9:30 AM to 5 PM
  • Fri9:30 AM to 5 PM

  What to bring: Bring a picture ID and a current document with your name and address dated within the last 60 days.

  Call 214-484-6393DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Dallas College Pleasant Grove Center Community Pantry

  Dallas College

  25 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  802 S. Buckner Blvd., Dallas, TX 75217

  Hours

  • Fri9 AM to 2 PM. Community Pantry Days; dates vary

  Who can come: Community members during listed Community Pantry Days

  What to bring: No registration is needed for Community Pantry Days.

  Call 214-860-5800DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on dallascollege.edu, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  THE MINT Food Pantry

  The MINT Foundation

  29 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  1604 Falcon Drive, DeSoto, TX 75115

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 12 PM. By appointment
  • Wed9 AM to 12 PM. By appointment
  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM. By appointment

  Who can come: Residents of Dallas County and Ellis County

  What to bring: By appointment only. Bring a valid picture ID to register and receive food.

  Call 972-224-7200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free grocery market

  South Dallas Community Market

  Brother Bill’s Helping Hand

  29 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  5210 Bexar Street, Suite 105, Dallas, TX 75215

  Hours

  • Wed10 AM to 12 PM
  • Thu5 PM to 7 PM
  • Fri10 AM to 12 PM
  • Sat10 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month)

  Who can come: People in the North Texas community, regardless of ZIP code

  Call 214-638-2196DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  St. Michael's Food Pantry

  St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church

  30 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  950 Trails Parkway, Garland, TX 75043

  Hours

  • Thu9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays
  • Fri9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays
  • Sat9 AM to 11:30 AM. Closed on major holidays

  What to bring: Picture ID required per family.

  Call 972-279-6581DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry

  St. Philip’s School and Community Center

  31 miles from the center of Cottonwood

  3203 Holmes St, Dallas, TX 75215

  Hours

  • Mon8 AM to 11:45 AM
  • Tue1 PM to 4:45 PM
  • Wed8 AM to 11:45 AM
  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM

  Who can come: Residents of ZIP codes 75210, 75203 and 75215; emergency food is available to visitors from other ZIP codes during open hours.

  What to bring: Bring one piece of mail showing your name and current address for enrollment.

  Call 214-753-5600DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on stphilips1600.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cottonwood

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

Offices for all of Kaufman County

Cottonwood is in Kaufman County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Kaufman WIC Clinic

  100 S Old Rail Road, Suite E, Kaufman, TX 75142

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food benefits, nutrition guidance, and breastfeeding support if you are pregnant or have a child under five.Apply online
  Call 972-932-1961DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Greater East Texas Community Action Program

  Help here

  • Energy assistance and weatherizationThe agency helps residents in Harrison County with energy assistance and home weatherization services.
  Call 800-621-5746Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on get-cap.org

• Local office · State office

  2-1-1 Texas

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Human services · County office

  Kaufman County Indigent Health Care Program

  100 N Washington Street, Courthouse Annex, Kaufman, TX 75142

  Help here

  • Indigent health careApply for basic medical care if you live in Kaufman County, have a medical need, and cannot get other state or federal health coverage.
  Call 469-376-4544DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kaufmancounty.net

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Kaufman County Behavioral Health Coordinator

  Help here

  • Behavioral health referralsAsk the county for help finding mental health support for you or someone you care about.Apply onlineRead more
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kaufmancounty.net

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Kaufman County Law Library

  100 W Mulberry Street, 2nd Floor, Kaufman, TX 75142

  Help here

  • Legal information and resourcesUse the law library's legal print and online resources for help with legal research.
  Call 972-932-4331DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kaufmancounty.net

Everything in Kaufman County

Texas programs by kind of help

These are run by Texas 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