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  • 2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that provides information and referral to the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. 2-1-1 can be accessed by either dialing 2-1-1 from a landline or mobile device or using the website. You can access this information 24/7 from any location using today's technology. The database is beneficial and convenient for all professionals.

  • PO Box 1971
    806-378-3095

    • City of Amarillo Transit page

    Has fares, routes, rules for bus riders.

  • 806-383-6990 (anyone available) 
    This is a large outreach center that assists families with food, clothing, and household items. Families can call on Monday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to noon to get appointment for that week.

    Food outreach is every Wednesday morning at 9:45 a.m.  

    Parents need picture identification card and social security card of family members. People must attend a short church session before getting assistance. Doors are locked at 9:45 a.m.

    Clothing outreach is scheduled for the first and third Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. Social security cards of parents and child are required.

  • Call Julie Poindexter at NWTH 806-354-1444

    • CareNet referrals

    If a woman delivers and takes the one hour class, they will give a car seat to the family before they leave. No infant seats.

  • 806-376-4571

    Helps with shelter, first time home buyer classes for immigrants, refugees, adoption, eye program over 18, food assistance for 55 & older and disabled.

  • 1401 S. Monroe
    806-373-4389

     

    • Food Pantry
    • Personal Grooming Supplies
    • Utility Assistance
    • Automotive Gas Assistance
    • Prescription Drug Assistance
    • Help with Drivers license, birth certificates and ID's until funds are depleted

  • 301 S. Pollk Suite 740

    Has clothing and soft goods such as bedding, pillows, etc. for low income families, families of children with disabilities or adults with disabilities. Clothing is also available in various sizes. Bedding is available for twin, queen, full and king beds

  • 1111 N. Buchanan
    806-381-2131

    • Cornerstone Outreach website.
    • Food give away is every Friday at noon or call if an emergency.
    • Kids Feeding Kids: This is a summer food program.
    • Counseling Services
    • Clothing Tuesday to Thursday or by appointment

  • ​Maverick Club: 806-372-8393
    Has vouchers for sight for student glasses.Contact Jessica for the vouchers.

    Sight for Students: Sight for Students website.

    HIS Vision Center: 806-352-5615
    This center, located on Eighth Avenue, opens about once a month to give free adult eye exams and glasses.  It is sponsored by St. Paul United Methodist Church and the Downtown Lions Club

    Downtown Lions Club of Amarillo: 806-373-0648

  • 401 SE 2nd
    373-6402
    Meals served Monday through Saturday 5:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 5:00 p.m.

  • 28 Western Plaza Drive
    806-376-7214

    You can get a phone interview and an appointment will be set up if necessary. 

  • 301 S. Polk, Ste 740
    806-337-1700 ext. 212
    Uniting Parents have clothing for students that need them. There is mostly women's and girls but there are a few men's shirts and t-shirts. Call and make an appointment.

  • 900 Alta Vista
    806-354-8499

    • Call ahead
    • Food give-away every 4th Thursday of the month if there are 4 weeks in a month 
    • Clothing Give-away is 5 p.m.
    • Food Give-away is at 6 p.m.

  • Contact Nellie Ramon: 806-374-8562

    Nellie can help people throughout the Panhandle get signed up for food stamps, Medicaid, TANF and Chip.

  • Call Kyle Tinsley: 806-326-1745
    Can assist families that are homeless with school supplies, clothing, food and bus tokens.

  • 314 S. Jefferson
    806-372-3985
    Coats are given to infants, preschoolers, and school aged children only. Must have the original Eveline Rivers referral from school or agency, Social Security cards for every child or a registration form from school or school ID, Proof of residence.  Children must be

  • West Texas Legal Services
    203 SW 8th Ave, Amarillo
    806-373-6808

    • Housing Rights

    No charge for legal services if the person qualifies for services based on income. Cannot be used for any fee generated legal issue. This service helps with housing and landlord services and other issues.

  • Kids Cafe Locations and Schedules:

    • Hamlet Elementary - Monday through Friday, 4:30pm. to 5:30pm
    • Humphrey's Highland Elementary - Monday through Friday, 4:00pm. to 5:30pm
    • Lee Elementary - Monday through Friday, 4:30pm to 5:30pm
    • San Jacinto Elementary - Monday through Friday, 4:00pm. to 5:30pm

  • City of Amarillo
    509 E. 7th
    806-378-9344

    Anyone needing a Texas birth certificate can get a copy here. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost for a birth certificate is $24.00.

  • 1309 W. 8th
    Refurbished van that services people with utility assistance, Help for families in transition and food. It will drive to regional towns, park and set up the mobile office. Clients will be able to fill out applications. It will also work with the High Plains Food Bank to bring food to smaller communities.

  • 806-376-4571
    Resettlement services that include medical, orientation, employment, housing, transportation, school, social security number application and ESL. Translation services in 14 languages.

  • Please contact your campus for assistance with school supplies.

  • 806-373-6631

    • Salvation Army website.

    Serving Amarillo-High Plains

    RENTAL ASSISTANCE:

    • Original State I.D./D.L. and Social Security
    • Eviction notice and Lease agreement with land lords name and number
    • Proof of income
    • Statement from landlord saying how much you owe and what charges have been added to your account
    • Every 365 days from prior overnight stay, if qualified

    UTILITY ASSISTANCE:

    • Original State I.D./D.L. and Social Security
    • Most recent Bill & Disconnect Notice   name must match person seeking assistance
    • Proof of income
    • Every 365 days from prior overnight stay, if qualified.

    PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE:

    • Original State I.D./D.L. and Social Security
    • Original Prescription
    • Proof of income or homeless verification letter
    • Every 365 days from prior overnight stay, if qualified

    HOMELESS - 1 ST TIME DEPOSIT &/or RENT

    • Original State I.D./D.L. & Social Security
    • Unsigned lease agreement
    • Proof of income
    • Please contact Leslie Fowler with your referral at the number listed below
    • Letter showing shelter case management for a minimum of 30 consecutive days
    • Every 365 days from prior overnight stay, if qualified

  • 4515 Cornell
    Call Misty: 806-352-5647

    Call after 1 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday (1:00 p.m. to 3 p.m.), Wednesday all day (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). They have clothing, household items, some furniture. It also has counseling services: Spiritual, Financial, Employment, and Marriage. Opens 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for clothing (appointment only). Call for appointments on Monday: 806-353-0883. Clothing is distributed on Wednesdays.

  • 806-324-2241 or 800-772-1213 
    SSI is a federal program that makes monthly payments to people who have limited income and resources if they are 65 or older or if they are blind or have another disability. Being eligible for SSI means you receive a monthly benefit and could receive medical services, Medicare, Medicaid, food stamps and other social services. You must be a US citizen to get these benefits.

  • The Texas Alliance of Information and Referral Systems, Inc. (TAIRS) is a statewide association of agencies and individuals committed to the provision of quality information, referral and helpline services.

    Our members include United Ways, crisis hotlines, community councils, libraries, military services centers, state health and human service agencies, elder help lines, 2-1-1s, child care resource and referral providers, and others who provide hotline and information services.

    TAIRS offers an annual training conference for our members and other interested service providers.

    Information and Referral is about bringing people and services together. TAIRS provides an essential communication link between people who need services and those who provide them. It is a connection to State, Regional and National Networks for long distance caregivers. It is a facilitator, broker and advocate.

  • This is a retail store and they are welcome to shop but do not give out free clothing.

  • 4002 S Washington
    Dennis Westover: 806-352-1307
    This place offers lots of all-age clothing, toiletries, and emergency food. Adults, bring drivers' license or social security card.       

  • 203 W. 8th
    373-6808

    • West Texas Legal Services.

    A person must qualify financially first. If they qualify, they can receive services by attorney for family problems, housing & landlord issues, and other situations. 

    LEGAL AID DOES NOT HANDLE ANY CRIMINAL, TRAFFIC TICKETS, WORKER'S COMPENSATION OR ANY TYPE OF FEE GENERATING CASES!

    Clinic times and dates at Polk Street Methodist Church: Third Tuesday and alternate between Polk St. and Wesley

    Clinic times at Wesley Community Center: 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
     
    Also at Tyler Street Resource Center, an attorney will be in the swing room from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. every first and third Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. until finished.

  • 1-800-942-3678 or 806-371-1119

    Support to families in Texas. Offers nutritional food and milk products high in calcium, protein, iron, and
    vitamin C. Children must be under age 5 to receive.

  • Offers you easy and secure online access to Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) benefits including Medicaid, Food Stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Children's Health Insurance, and nursing home care and other services for people who are elderly or have disabilities.

    You can apply for:

    • SNAP food benefits (food stamps)
    • Health care benefits (Medicaid)
    • Cash help for families (TANF)
    • Medicare savings program
    • Long-term care