Franklin County

Local offices in Franklin County

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Benton Franklin Health District WIC, Pasco Clinic

  412 W. Clark Street, Pasco, WA 99301

  Help here

  • WICEligible families can get food benefits and nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
  Call 509-460-4203DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bfhd.wa.gov

• Child support · County office

  Franklin County Child Support Division

  Help here

  • Child support case helpGet help with establishing paternity, changing a support order, or enforcing an order.
  Call 509-545-3561Website

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

• State office

  Washington State DSHS Kennewick Community Services Office

  6909 Crosswind Boulevard, Kennewick, WA 99336

  Help here

  • Food and cash benefitsApply for or get help with food, cash, and related public benefits.Apply online
  Call 877-501-2233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dshs.wa.gov

• Human services · Nonprofit

  Washington 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get referrals to local help with housing, food, health care, utility bills, and other needs.Read more
  Call 877-211-9274Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wa211.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County

  2505 W. Lewis Street, Pasco, WA 99301

  Help here

  • Public and affordable housingContact the housing authority to ask about public housing and other housing programs.
  Call 509-547-3581DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pasco-wa.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Benton Franklin Health District

  412 W. Clark Street, Pasco, WA 99301

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health district for local health programs, immunizations, and health information.
  Call 509-460-4200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bfhd.wa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington, Benton and Franklin County services

  Help here

  • Aging and disability information and referralsOlder adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers can call for information and help finding services.
  Call 509-965-0105Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on altcwashington.com

• Emergency help · County office

  Franklin County Emergency Management

  1011 E. Ainsworth Street, Pasco, WA 99301

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and recoveryGet information about preparing for emergencies and finding help after a disaster.
  Call 509-545-3546DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on franklinem.org

• Library · Regional office

  Mid-Columbia Libraries

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, learning resources, programs, and rural delivery services.
  Call 509-737-6375Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on midcolumbialibraries.org

• Local office · County office

  Franklin County Government

  1016 N 4th Avenue, Pasco, WA 99301

  DirectionsWebsite

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

Franklin County, Washington website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Franklin County

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

Cities and towns in Franklin County

• Connell
• Kahlotusnot checked yet
• Mesanot checked yet
• Pasco

Washington programs by kind of help

These are run by Washington 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