San Elizario
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Local offices in San Elizario
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Courts and legal help · City office
San Elizario Municipal Court
12004 Socorro Rd, Suite B, San Elizario, TX 79849
Help here
- Municipal courtContact the court about municipal citations and court matters.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanelizario.com
Local office · City office
San Elizario City Hall
12710 Church St, San Elizario, TX 79849
Help here
- City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city services, public records, and local government questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofsanelizario.com
Library · Nonprofit
Pete Herrera Public Library
12496 Socorro Road, San Elizario, TX 79849
Help here
- Library and computer accessVisit for books, public computers, free internet, and help with job searches and online applications.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on familiastriunfadorasinc.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of San Elizario first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Ysleta Lutheran Mission Human Care Drive-Thru Food Pantry
Ysleta Lutheran Mission Human Care
8.7 miles from the center of San Elizario301 S. Schutz Dr., El Paso, TX 79907
Hours
- Sat6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Drive-through
What to bring: First-time visitors should bring a Texas driver's license with an El Paso address to register.
Listed on ylm.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Montwood Church of Christ Food Pantry
Montwood Church of Christ
13 miles from the center of San Elizario11845 Bob Mitchell Drive, El Paso, TX 79936
Hours
- Sat7:30 AM to 10 AM (3rd of the month). While supplies last
What to bring: Bring a valid ID. One food set per household.
Listed on montwood.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen
The Salvation Army of El Paso
17 miles from the center of San Elizario4300 E. Paisano Dr., El Paso, TX 79905
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
The Soup Kitchen is open to everyone and serves supper every day at 6:00 PM.
Who can come: Everyone
Listed on southernusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Corner of Hope - Street Outreach Center
Rescue Mission of El Paso
18 miles from the center of San Elizario130 North Cotton Street, El Paso, TX 79901
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Open today | 08:00 am to 02:00 pm
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness who are not staying at the Rescue Mission
Listed on rmelp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Opportunity Center (Soup Kitchen)
Opportunity Center for the Homeless
18 miles from the center of San Elizario1208 Myrtle Avenue, El Paso, TX 79901
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Breakfast: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM, Sat-Sun 8:00 AM; Lunch: 12:00 PM; Dinner: 5:00 PM.
Who can come: People experiencing homelessness
Listed on elpasotexas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Borderland Rainbow Center Food Pantry
Borderland Rainbow Center
18 miles from the center of San Elizario2714 Wyoming Ave., El Paso, TX 79903
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every other Monday from 9 am to 11:30 am, starting from Feb. 9, 2026; check the events calendar for exact dates.
Who can come: El Paso County residents
What to bring: First-time visitors may need to register. Proof of residency is not required.
Listed on borderlandrainbow.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve San Elizario
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
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger
9541 Plaza Circle, El Paso, TX 79927
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
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, 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
El Paso Community Action Program-Project BRAVO
2000 Texas Avenue, El Paso, TX 79901
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of El Paso County
San Elizario is in El Paso County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · City office
Henderson WIC Center
721 S. Mesa St., El Paso, TX 79901
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elpasotexas.gov
Child support · County office
El Paso County Domestic Relations Office
500 E. San Antonio Ave., LL-108, El Paso, TX 79901
Help here
- Child support servicesThe office helps monitor, collect, enforce, and modify child support orders in El Paso County.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on epcountytx.gov
Human services · County office
El Paso County Community Services, General Assistance
6314 Delta, El Paso, TX 79905
Help here
- Emergency rent, mortgage, and utility assistanceEligible residents can apply for emergency help with rent, mortgage payments, or utility bills.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on epcountytx.gov
Housing help · County office
El Paso County Community Development, Agua Dulce Community Center
15371 Kentwood Ave., El Paso, TX 79928
Help here
- Colonia self-help and mobile home replacement assistanceEligible residents in listed colonia areas can get help with home repairs or replacing a dilapidated mobile home.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on epcountytx.gov
Public health · City office
City of El Paso Department of Public Health
9566 Railroad Drive, El Paso, TX 79924
Help here
- Public health servicesResidents can access public health programs, disease prevention information, and clinic services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on elpasotexas.gov
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Texas Rio Grande Area Information Center
Help here
- Local service referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, childcare, counseling, and other needs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
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
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Texas
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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