Montello

Local offices in Montello

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

• Utilities · City office

  Montello Water and Sewer Utility

  20 Underwood Ave, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billingPay your water or sewer bill or contact the clerk with billing questions.
  Call 608-297-2727DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofmontello.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Marquette County Senior Center (The Dome)

  140 Lake Ave, Montello, WI

  Help here

  • Senior activities and gathering spaceOlder adults can visit for local activities and a place to meet with others.
  Call 608-297-7815DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on makeitmarquette.com

• Library · Regional office

  Montello Public Library

  128 Lake Court, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Library resources and programsVisit the library to borrow books, use digital resources, and take part in programs.
  Call 608-297-7544DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Montello City Hall

  20 Underwood Ave, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • City services and property tax billsContact City Hall for city services, forms, and questions about property tax bills.Read more
  Call 608-297-2727DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofmontello.com

City of Montello website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

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

• Food pantry

  Lakeview Food Pantry

  Lakeview Lutheran Church

  46 miles from the center of Montello

  4001 Mandrake Road, Madison, WI 53704

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 6 PM. During daylight saving time; 2 PM to 4 PM. Outside daylight saving time
  Call 608-244-6181DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  The River Food Pantry

  46 miles from the center of Montello

  3301 Packers Ave, Madison, WI 53704

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 3 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 6 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM
  • Fri9 AM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Dane County community members experiencing food insecurity

  Call 608-442-8815DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Fritz Food Pantry

  Goodman Community Center

  48 miles from the center of Montello

  149 Waubesa St, Madison, WI 53704

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 12 PM
  • Wed5:30 PM to 8 PM
  • Thu12 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in the community who needs it

  Call 608-241-1574DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free meals

  Luke House

  49 miles from the center of Montello

  310 South Ingersoll Street, Madison, WI 53703

  Hours

  • Mon11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
  • Tue11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
  • Wed11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
  • Thu11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
  • Sun5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
  Call 608-256-6325DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Grace Food Pantry

  Grace Episcopal Church

  50 miles from the center of Montello

  116 West Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703

  Hours

  • Tue1 PM to 3 PM
  • Wed1 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 3 PM
  • Sat10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)

  What to bring: Information for each household member and proof of Wisconsin address are required

  Call 608-255-5147DirectionsWebsite

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

Nonprofits that serve Montello

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

Offices for all of Marquette County

Montello is in Marquette County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Marquette County Department of Human Services

  428 Underwood Avenue, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Public benefits and food assistanceGet help with FoodShare, health coverage, child care assistance, and other support programs.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help applying for child support services, setting up support orders, or collecting payments.Read more
  • Mental health and substance use careGet counseling, treatment, and crisis support for mental health or substance use needs.Read more
  • Aging and disability supportGet information about long-term care, meals, transportation, and support for caregivers.Read more
  Call 608-297-3124DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · Regional office

  Noble Community Clinics WIC

  400 South Townline Road, Wautoma, WI 54982

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 920-787-5514DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov

• Human services · Nonprofit

  211 Wisconsin

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, jobs, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

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

• Public health · County office

  Marquette County Health Department

  428 Underwood Avenue, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet help with immunizations, family health services, communicable diseases, and environmental health questions.
  Call 608-297-3135DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Marquette County Clerk of Courts

  77 West Park Street, Room 200, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Court records and filingGet help with court records, filing documents, hearing schedules, and court payments.
  Call 608-297-3005DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Aging and Disability Resource Center of Marquette County

  428 Underwood Avenue, Montello, WI 53949

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpTalk with a resource specialist about benefits, care options, transportation, meals, and caregiver support.Read more
  Call 855-440-2372DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Marquette County

Wisconsin programs by kind of help

These are run by Wisconsin 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