Tarrant County Assistance Programs

Fort Worth and Tarrant County Texas residents have multiple organizations that operate
across the county that they can call for help. Some are located in churches, some in local non-
profit organizations, and some in government offices.
Residents of the area can not only call a food bank or pantry for groceries, perishable and
nonperishable items, and free food, but they can also learn about other assistance programs
and resources that may be available to them. For example, some of the organizations and
churches may offer clothing or limited financial assistance for bills and rent, in addition to free
food. Many have social workers that can help families apply for food stamps. Food pantries will
often provide meals around the holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. If they do not
have aid they can offer themselves, the agencies may very well be able to refer you to other
organizations in the Arlington, Fort Worth, and Tarrant County region.
Below is an extensive listing of the agencies, churches, and non-profits to call for help in the
area.
Community Action Partners may offer the most assistance in Fort Worth, Arlington, and
Tarrant County.

 Rent/mortgage assistance will qualified people and provide help with paying rent and
mortgage for Tarrant County residents.
 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (known as CEAP) provides grants and
financial assistance with utility bills electric, gas, and heating bill fuel assistance. In
addition the CEAP program will also repair or replace an existing heater, propane tank,
air conditioner, central air unit and/or heat unit, hot water heater and/or refrigerator.
 Medical Bill and Prescription Emergency Expense.
 Receive help with expenses that may be related to the repair of a vehicle used for work.
 Get access to the Atmos Energy "Share the Warmth", which provides assistance to
Atmos Energy customers whose income is at or below 200% of Federal Income
Guidelines or with extenuating circumstances. Assistance from Atmos is limited to once
per year.
 Water Bill Utility/Plumbing Assistance: The agency will assist with past due water bills
and pressurized water leak repair for families and households that pay for water from
the Fort Worth Water Department. Program income eligibility is 175%-200% of Federal
Income Guidelines depending on the exact funding source.
 Bus passes and gasoline vouchers may also available must meet guidelines for
medical/social service agency appointments, transportation to job for limited time, and
job search.
 TXU energy Aid provides utility and cooling assistance to TXU customers whose
income is at or below 200% of Federal Income Guidelines or with extenuating
circumstances. Utility assistance is limited to once per year.
 Minor home weatherization and repairs are available for Atmos Energy and Oncor
service area customers.
 Cowboy Santas toys is a holiday assistance program for children ages 0-12 and Silver
Stars gifts for seniors.
 Another resource is the Summer Food Service Program, which is offered during the
summer when school is not in session and the After School Snack Program at Fort
Worth Community Centers.

Call Community Action Partners, which is based in Fort Worth Texas at (817)392-5790.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
To receive a TANF grant, a family must be below both resource and income limits that are set
for the program. HHSC will look at a family’s income and then compare it with the amount the
family pays for bills including basic needs such as utilities, rent, child care, outstanding debts,
and other work-related expenses. All resources such as money in the bank, cash on hand, and
type of vehicles you own are also considered. Families who are approved for the TANF
program will receive cash payments for six months to help with bills and debt. Families who
receive TANF benefits can also receive Medicaid benefits.

One-Time TANF
One-time TANF grant payment will provide a $1,000 payment in cash for families that are in a
short term crisis. Phone 1-877-541-7905. The purpose of the one-time TANF payment is to
help families with a short-term crisis such as:

 Loss of a job.
 Not being able to get to their jobsite because their vehicle is not working.
 Loss of financial support they were receiving for a child, such as loss of child
support. The payment can help with paying living expenses (utilities, rent, and
food).
 Not being able to find a job after graduating from a college, university, junior
college or technical training school.
 Loss of an apartment or home.
 Medical or health care emergency.

One-Time TANF Grandparent Payment

The One-Time TANF Grandparent Payment is a $1,000 payment in cash that is given to a
grandparent who cares for a child receiving TANF.

Food Stamp Program

The Texas Food Stamp Program will helps people with lower incomes and resources buy the
food they need for their good health. Food stamps are typically provided to a single family or
person who meets the program’s requirements. 1-877-541-7905
 Assistance in Tarrant County and Fort Worth

Arlington Urban Ministries

Crisis situations can be addressed for emergency food, rent and utilities. They provide
individualized assistance to people in need of help or transition with their lives.
701 Dugan Street
Arlington, Texas 76010
Phone: 817-861-8585
Hours: Mon-Thur 9:00am-5:00pm, Closed Friday
Arborlawn United Methodist Church Food Pantry
This location is a free food pantry that offers assistance only and can provide nonperishable
food only.
Address - 5001 Briarhaven Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76109
Phone number to call for food or assistance is 817-731-0701
Hours of the church: Mon-Thurs 8:00am-12:30pm

Arlington Charities, Inc.

Food and more is offered. Call for access to emergency food and clothing including school or
work clothing. In addition, household items and linens are offered as available. Seasonal
assistance too including school supplies and Thanksgiving & Christmas groceries.
Address - 811 Secretary Dr
Arlington, TX 76015
Call for help - 817-275-1511
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm office, Client check-in 9:00am-noon.
Azle Church of Christ
The church provides limited food assistance and groceries through food pantry.
336 Northwest Parkway
Azle, Texas 76020
Church phone number: 817-444-4202
Hours: Tues-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm office/service
Battered Women's Foundation
Emergency food pantry as well as free food and clothing-for battered and single women and
their children-includes coats, blankets and other miscellaneous items.
Center address - 4166 Willman
Richland Hills, TX 76180
Telephone: 817-284-6343
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-4:00pm
Bethlehem Center
Call them for referrals to other local charities and agencies and services provided to increase
support, resources and opportunities to increase self-sufficiency. An on site emergency food
and clothing pantry and center is also available for low income families and fixed-income
senior citizens in the region.
970 E Humbolt St
Fort Worth, Texas 76104
Phone number: 817-332-7911
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm office, 2:30pm-6:00pm during school, 7:30am-6:00pm summer
and holidays,9:00am-1:00pm/Polytechnic and Bethlehem Centers, 9:00am-Noon
Christ the King Episcopal Church
Call them to access limited emergency food and financial assistance only.
3290 Lackland Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76116
Dial the church at: 817-732-3121
Center Hours: TUES ONLY 10:00am-Noon food distribution
Bisbee Food Ministries
Some perishable items are available based on need, as well as additional emergency food
consisting of canned goods and produce among other items. Meals and gifts for the holidays
may be distributed to the low income.
3001 Gertie Barrett Rd
Mansfield, Texas 76063
Phone number: 817-478-9713
Hours: Thur 11:00am-1:00pm
Bread Basket Ministries
Supplemental food and clothing is available, as well as emergency food to persons age 55+
and/or disabled by appointment.
2809 Mansfield Hwy
Fort Worth, TX 76119
Phone number: 817-535-2323
Hours of the center: Tues-Thur 9:00am-4:00pm office
Broadway Baptist Center
A on site food pantry provides groceries and free foodstuffs for residents in the designated
service area. Families can get assistance every 30 days at most, so use wisely.
The center is located at 305 W Broadway
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Telephone: 817-336-7464 x-8254
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon
Christian Center of Forth Worth
The center serves holiday meals on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day also, and it also
provides free food Tuesdays and clothing Thursdays.
4301 NE 28th Street
Haltom City, TX 76117
Phone: 817-834-5595
The center is open the following hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon, 1:00pm-5:00pm office, Tues
Thurs 9:00am-11:00am service hours
Christian Community Assistance
A partnership of local churches formed this group, and they provide help to individuals who are
facing a hardship.
Location - 1903 W Bowie
Fort Worth, Texas 76110
Tarrant County
Phone number to call for assistance: 817-921-9622
Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-Noon, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Community Action Partners-Far Northwest Center
The Tarrant County community action agency operates FIT Families in Transition Program,
which is a resource that was designed to help families overcome barriers and ultimately
become financially independent over the long term.
920 Roberts Cut-off Road
Fort Worth, TX 76114
Phone: 817-624-3139
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm
Another office for the same program is located in Mansfield, TX 76063, and can be reached at
817-473-0253
Community Care Assistance
This resource is an emergency assistance program and can help people in the form of a free
food pantry and clothes closet for persons and families who have experienced an emergency
or crisis in their lives.
1015 Gibbins Road
Arlington, Texas 76011
Call for assistance - 817-860-9702
Hours: Wed-Fri 10:30am-1:30pm service, Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm office
Community Caring Center
Distributes household appliances, free food, clothing, furniture includes beds, TV, washer-
dryer and durable medical equipment based on availability.
Address - 317 Commerce Street
City - Azle, Texas 76020
Phone: 817-270-2962
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon
COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT CENTER INC. - FOOD SERVICES
This non-profit provides direct aid food services.
6250 NE Loop 820
N Richland Hills, TX 76180
Dial for food: 817-281-1164
Hours of the site: Mon Tues Thur 10:00am-2:00pm, Wed 9:30am-12:30pm seniors only, Thur
6:00pm-8:00pm, Fri 10:00am-Noon
Community Link Mission
A collaboration of area churches can distribute emergency food from a pantry, and help is
provided for residents in select zip codes. Food and non-financial assistance is available three
times a year.
208 S Hampshire
Saginaw, Texas 76179
Phone number: 817-847-4554
Hours: Tues Thur 9:00am-4:00pm, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm
BIRCHMAN BAPTIST CHURCH- CORNERS OF THE FIELD
Clothing assistance and food is provided through an assistance program called Corners of the
Field-primarily canned goods are given, clothing available in all sizes to the low income and
needy.
9100 N Normandale Street
Fort Worth, TX 76116
Telephone: 817-244-6590
Hours of the site: Thurs 1:00pm-3:30pm service hrs, Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm office
Cornerstone Community Center
Health care, advice, emergency assistance including food and clothing. In regards to health
care, the center provides medical services which include mammograms, pap smears, health
care classes, and pelvic exams.
915 East Peach Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: 817-336-1922
Hours: Mon Wed Fri 9:00am-2:00pm food, Tues Thur 10:00am-2:00pm clothing, Medical
Services by appt
Crowley House of Hope
This charity organization provides free food, groceries and clothing assistance as well as
financial assistance to be used for rent and bills limit of $200 per year based on availability of
funds.
216 N Magnolia
City of Crowley, Texas 76036
Dial - 817-297-6400
Hours: Mon Wed Fri Sat 9:00am-4:00pm office, service & thrift store hours
Eastland Street Baptist Church
Food pantry offers food assistance and other forms of non-financial aid.
4300 Eastland Street
Fort Worth, TX 76119
Phone: 817-534-8931
Hours: Tues 6:30-8:00pm food pantry, Mon-Thurs 9:00am-1:00pm
Eastside Ministries of Fort Worth
Provides emergency free food including supplemental food for disabled/elderly, baby food,
clothing, school supplies, blankets, diapers, and personal hygiene items.
5929 E Lancaster
Fort Worth, Texas 76112
Call the center at - 817-446-3278
Center Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:00am new clients, 9:00am-Noon existing clients, 9:00am -
12:30pm donations
The Salvation Army of Tarrant County
Provides food and emergency financial assistance for rent, bills, medications and other aid and
case management to eligible families in crisis depending on availability
of funding. Apply early.
1855 East Lancaster
Fort Worth, TX 76103
Phone: 817-344-1800
Salvation Army Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm ofc, Wed 9:00am-11:00am and 2:00pm-
4:00pm food boxes
First Baptist Church-Azle
Canned and dry goods are obtained from the food pantry. Food passed out includes
perishable items as well as provided once a month on 2nd Wednesday, exceptions made in
emergency situations to qualified people.
Address - 1016 Boyd Road
Azle, Texas 76020
Phone: 817-444-4828
Hours: 2nd Wed 11:30am-12:30pm food pantry, answering machine available.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-BRIAR
Get groceries and food assistance through food pantry.
200 WN Woody Road
Azle, TX 76020
Phone number of the church: 817-444-3484
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:30pm office/service
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-CASTLE HILLS
Clothing and food are distributed on the third Thursday of each month to the low income and
needy. The church also runs a general food pantry, provides clothing, and can provide some
fresh perishables and frozen foods depending on donations to the center.
401 Beverly Road
City - Azle, TX 76020
Dial: 817-237-7086
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm office, 3rd Thurs 9:00am-1:00pm service
First Baptist Church - Everman
This church runs a food pantry only
Address - 501 W Barron Avenue
Everman, Texas 76140
dial the center at 817-293-1694
Hours of the church: Mon-Fri 8:30am-1:00pm office/food
First Missionary Baptist Church Community and Family Enrichment
In addition to the food assistance that is available once a month to those in need, both family
and individual counseling as well as parenting education classes also offered to the needy.
Address of the center - 4928 Miller Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76119
Call - 817-534-8700
Hours: Call church for office hours, Third Sat 9:00am-Noon food distribution
Fort Worth First Presbyterian church
A food pantry and a clothing closet is offered by this center as well as other minimal staples.
All assistance and resources are provided at the First H.A.N.D. Ministry.
1000 Penn Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Phone: number 817-335-1231
church Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm ofc hrs, Wed-Thurs Noon-4:00pm service hrs
First United Methodist Church Arlington
Get free food that requires no preparation, such as crackers, canned meat, etc. and groceries
and food is offered on an emergency assistance basis.
Address - 313 N Center Street
Arlington, TX 76011
Dial for help - 817-274-2571
Hours of church: Mon-Thur 8:00am-4:30pm, Fri 8:00am-1:30pm office
Harvesting International Ministry Center Food Pantry
This food bank/pantry provides emergency food assistance and groceries to low income
persons and families in need of help as well supplemental assistance to those in situations
requiring continued help or some form of support.
560 Easy Drive
Mansfield, TX 76063
Phone: 817-453-3663
Hours: Tue Thur 10:00am-Noon & 2:00pm-4:00pm food distribution
Forest Hills Seventh Day Adventist Church
The food pantry run by the church offers both financial assistance for bills (as funds are
available) and also distributes food.
7224 Forest Hill Drive
Forest Hill, TX 76140
Phone: 817-293-2553
Hours: Appt time will be given when call is returned by contact person.
Fort Worth First Seventh Day Adventist Church
This particular church runs a food pantry only.
The address of this church is 7051 McCart, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Phone: 817-294-5729
Hours: Tues 1:00pm-3:00pm service hours and pick up aid during this time
Mission Arlington
The center provides free food including clothing includes blankets, formula/baby food,
emergency financial assistance, and furniture to those who need help.
210 West South Street
Arlington, Texas 76010
Phone: 817-277-6620
Fort Worth Hope Center
Both perishable and nonperishable food and clothing to families in need are offered, and it is in
the form of a relief program.
3625 E Loop 820 South
Fort Worth, Texas 76119
Phone: 817-451-6288
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm ofc, Tues 8:30am-9:30am food/clothing
Grace Grapevine Relief and Community Exchange
A limited amount of financial assistance and food is offered. Get help with water and rent
assistance, clothing, fans, utility gas, prescription vouchers, electric, gasoline vouchers, and
other limited aid as needed.
Address - 610 Shady Brook Dr
Grapevine, TX 76051
Call for help - 817-488-7009
The center is open for these hours: Mon Tues Thur Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, Wed 1:00pm-6:00pm,
clinic is open on Tuesdays only doors open at
5:00pm and must be signed in by 5:30pm to be seen.
Grace Temple Seventh Day Adventist Church
The food pantry run by this church will offer nonperishable as well as perishable food to those
in need. Food pantry consists of canned food, dairy items, frozen food as well as fresh
produce.
Address - 4200 E Berry
Fort Worth, TX 76119
Phone number: 817-535-3800
Church hours: 5:00-7:00pm Monday service hours
LARRY JOE WRIGHT MINISTRIES/LIFE UNLIMITED
The non-profit charity organization provides free food and clothing for the low income, poor
and homeless. In addition, a holiday program is run and the agency Will distribute food and
toys at both Christmas and Thanksgiving.
Warehouse located at 3804 N Grove St but food distributed from Central Avenue location.
321 E Central Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76106
Phone: 817-624-3344
Hours: Wed 10:00am first come first serve
Greater St. Paul Baptist Church
The food pantry offers food assistance includes perishable items, such as breads and
vegetables, as well as canned goods.
4628 Avenue J
Fort Worth, Texas 76105
Phone: 817-534-6364
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:00am-Noon office, Wed 10:00am-1:00pm food distribution
Hearts and Hands Ministries North Davis Church of Christ
Clothing and food assistance is provided.
1601 N Davis Street
Arlington, TX 76012
Telephone: 817-459-4950
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:00am screening, Mon-Fri 1:00pm-2:30pm, Sat 10:00am-11:30am
service
Helping Hands Ministry
This particular center can provide for the distribution of clothing as well as nonperishable
emergency food for people of all ages and incomes on first and third Wednesday only of each
month. Can only use the center at most once per month.
1515 Long Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76114
Phone number of the ministry: 817-624-3918
Hours: 1st and 3rd Wed of month 1:00pm-3:00pm
John Knox Presbyterian Church
Not only do they run a limited food pantry, but the church can also provide prescriptions,
including no pain medications are provided.
4350 River Oaks Blvd
River Oaks, Texas 76114
Phone: 817-624-9265
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:00pm office, Tues Fri 2:00pm-4:00pm food distribution only.
Maplewood Baptist Church
This church operates food pantry/bank that is open twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Saturday
to those in need of assistance.
Facility address - 7708 Maplewood Ave
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Phone: 817-485-0915
Church hours: 1st and 3rd Sat 10:00am-11:30a. Saturday is for convenience.
McMillan United Methodist Church
This particular church runs both a food pantry and clothing outlet. Call them or stop by for
canned goods and staples only.
3401 Mountcastle Drive
Fort Worth, Texas 76119
Phone number to dial: 817-534-0268
Hours of center: Mon 9:00am-Noon and Wed 9:00am-2:00pm
North East Emergency Distribution West (817) 759 1506
Tarrant County Food Bank (817) 332-9177
St. Andrew Catholic Church (817) 927-5383
Inasmuch Pantry (817) 444-0226

Rent Assistance in Tarrant County and Fort Worth

A local nonprofit agency located in Fort Worth, Keller Community Storehouse (817-431-
3340), offers grants that can be used to pay rent, utility bills, security deposits, and more. The
grant was funded with federal government stimulus dollars, and it is part of the governments
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program. This program was created to
provide various types of housing assistance, and funds are even able to be used to help
people who are currently homeless.
Applicants for rent help are coming from Tarrant, Wise and Denton counties. The federal
government grant money can be used to pay for rental assistance for three to 18 months. In
addition, money can also be used to pay for security and utility deposits as well as some
moving costs, according to the state of Texas.
An eviction prevention program is run by the Catholic Charities of Fort Worth. They
administer the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program, which can provide up to
18 months of rent assistance, as well as funds for energy bills and security deposits. Call them
at (817) 274-2560 to learn more about the housing programs.
Non-profit agencies and government programs provide rental assistance in Fort Worth and
Tarrant County Texas. Listed below are many of the organizations that focus on providing
emergency rent help, low income housing, shelter, and other basic needs to qualified low to
moderate income individuals, the unemployed, and seniors in Tarrant County.
Most of the agencies and government programs have limited funding and/or waiting lists, so
unfortunately their resources are limited. However, even if an organization can’t help you, they
can oftentimes refer people to other local charities, churches, or government aid, such as
section 8 housing vouchers.
The primary goal of the Fort Worth rental programs is to prevent evictions. However some
locations may also have money to assist with paying security deposits, moving costs, or first
month’s rent as well. Call to get more information and further details.
The non-profit agencies, charities, and government programs below may all provide advice,
funds for rent, and other aid.
Housing Choice Voucher Program - This section 8 housing program is run by the Housing
Authority of the City of Arlington (AHA). It provides rental assistance for Arlington residents.
101 W. Abram Street, Arlington, Texas 76010, 817-459-6777
Martin United Methodist Church
2621 Bedford Road
Bedford, TX 76021
Dial (817)734-7057
Arlington Housing Authority - Provides cash grants and rental assistance to eligible low to
moderate income persons, senior citizens and persons with disabilities. City of Arlington,
Texas, P.O. Box 90231, Arlington, TX 76004-3231, call 817-459-6777
Grace Grapevine Relief And Community Exchange
Main address - 610 Shady Brook Dr.
Grapevine, Texas 76051
Phone number - (817)488-7009
Fort Worth Housing Authority - The government agency offers an array of housing and
rental assistance programs for individuals and families in crisis as well as low income families,
including subsidized rental housing. 1201 East 13th Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102-5764, call
817-333-3400
Tarrant County Housing Assistance Program - Assistance is offered by the Housing Choice
Voucher and other housing assistance programs. Get help with expenses such as rent, utility,
and mortgage assistance for residents in Tarrant County. 2100 Circle Drive, Fort Worth, Texas
76119, phone (817) 531-7640

Wesley Mission Center - Provides rental and housing assistance and utilities to qualified
residents. 777 N. Walnut Creek Dr., Mansfield, Texas 76063, dial (817)473-6650
First United Methodist Church Rent Assistance Euless - It provides assistance for those in
need of rent and other needs, including telephone and medications. Euless, Texas 76040, dial
(817)283-4421
Tarrant County Department of Human Services – This government agency can provide
rental assistance, information on low income housing units, case management, and
information and referrals. 100 E. Weatherford, Fort Worth, Texas 76196, call (817)531-5620.
There is also a branch in Arlington, dial (817)531-5620 as well as Bedford, Texas, (817)531-
5620.

Salvation Army Tarrant – This charity organization provides emergency financial assistance,
grants and case management to qualified low to moderate income, unemployed, and seniors
who are in a crisis situation. All assistance offered of course depends on availability of funding.
Services include rent assistance, mortgage assistance, electric assistance and food boxes.
1855 East Lancaster, Fort Worth, Texas 76103, phone (817)344-1800
St. Philip Presbyterian Church
Location is 745 W Pipeline Road
Hurst, Texas 76053
(817)282-9181
South Central Alliance of Churches – Get help for basic needs. Provides emergency
financial assistance with basic needs, including limited rent and utilities, food, clothing, diapers,
toiletries, and referrals to other agencies and housing programs. Fort Worth, Texas 76110,
(817)923-0486.
St. John The Apostle Catholic Church - Low income resident families with children, disabled
and elderly may qualify for limited financial assistance for rent. North Richland Hills, 76180, call
(817)284-5912
Como Center - Community Action Partners Fort Worth - Rent and mortgage assistance is
provided at this office, listed below. There are numerous other services also offered. 1100 NW
18th Street, Fort Worth, TX 76106, (817)871-5822

Martin Luther King Center Fort Worth - Rent assistance is provided at this office. 5565
Truman Drive, Fort Worth, Texas – 76112, dial (817)871-5962
Apartment Association of Tarrant County - A general information resource for Tarrant
County residents is administered for those individuals who rent. Call 817-284-1121

Arlington Urban Ministries - Provides emergency assistance to people living in Arlington

Texas with rent, food, and antibiotics. Arlington, TX – 76010, call (817)861-8585
Broadway Baptist Center Fort Worth - Individuals who live in the designated service area of
Tarrant County may qualify for emergency assistance with paying rent and utilities. Fort Worth,
Texas – 76104, call (817)336-7464
Tarrant County Housing Partnership Inc. – Can direct families to safe, affordable low
income housing. Also learn about public aid such as section 8 vouchers. 3204 Collinsworth
Street Fort Worth, TX 76107-6528, (817) 924-5091
Tarrant County Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing
They run the federal government created homeless prevention and rapid rehousing program.
The program was created from government stimulus dollars. Grants can be paid to qualified
individuals to help them pay rent, avoid evictions, and the program offers other services. For
example, get credit counseling, hotel or motel vouchers, and funds for security deposits too. All
of the non-profit agencies below run the program.

 Arlington Community Development and Planning, Arlington, Texas 76004, dial (817)
459-6251
 Fort Worth Housing and Economic Development Department, Fort Worth, TX 76102,
(817) 392-5804
 Arlington Catholic Charities, Arlington, Texas 76013, phone number (817) 534-0814
 Tarrant County Community Development Division, Fort Worth, TX 76107, (817)
8507940
 Catholic Charities Northeast Bedford, Bedford, Texas 76021, call (817)534-0814
 Arlington Housing Authority, Arlington, TX 76011, phone number (817)275-3351

Community Action Partners-Andrew Doc Session Center – May have funds to help
prevent evictions from homes or apartments. Also offers longer term self-sufficiency programs.
Fort Worth, TX 76111, dial (817)871-6585
Tarrant County Department Of Human Services - Arlington Office - The housing programs
main goals are to decrease the number of evictions, promote independence and self-
sufficiency of lower income families, and to prevent homelessness. Arlington, Texas 76011,
call (817)531-7627
Good Shepherd Catholic Community Christ Care Ministry – This ministry provides
emergency financial assistance for paying rent and utilities. 1000 Tinker Rd Colleyville, Texas
76182, dial (817) 488-5689.
Catholic Charities Diocese Of Fort Worth – This charity organization provides emergency
financial assistance, rent help and case management to qualified individuals and families in
crisis depending on availability of funds. Primary assistance is with rent and housing expenses.
249 West Thornhill Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76115, (817) 534-0814
The Battered Women's Foundation – This non-profit links support services to provide
emergency rent, transitional housing, shelter, food, clothing, furniture, foreclosure and
landlord/tenant counseling, job training, gas cards, college assistance, and more. Hurst, Texas
– 76054, phone (817) 427-0720
Christian Connection
Address: 3713 Harwood Rd
Bedford, Texas 76021
Phone number - (817)510-2741
Mission Arlington/Mission Metroplex Inc. – People who have no other options may be able
to receive support from this organization. Arlington, TX – 76010, call (817) 277-6620
Peace Lutheran Church
941 Bedford-Euless Rd
Hurst, Texas 76053
Phone number - (817)284-1677
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas - Free legal services, including landlord/tenant mediation and
eviction prevention, is offered to residents of Tarrant County Texas. Call toll free 800-394-9734

Free or low cost health care in Tarrant County and Fort Worth
There are several clinics that offer free or low cost health care to low income, the working poor,
and to those patients who either have no or limited health insurance. Patients may be able to
access dental services, prescription medications, eye exams, general health check ups, and
numerous other medical services.
Tarrant County and Fort Worth are served by a number of clinics and federal government
qualified community health centers. They offer families and individuals a plethora of
comprehensive primary and preventive health services. Programs are available from the San
Antonio clinics for both children and adults.
Most community clinics will offer low cost health care, and others will provide free medical or
dental treatment such as access to pediatric care, adult medicine and women's health, and all
services are available to families and individuals and families meeting applicable total
household income levels who are uninsured, including those with no Medicaid or Medicare
health insurance coverage. In addition, most of the Tarrant County Texas clinics can offer
referrals to discounted prescription assistance programs and/or dental services, all of which
are provided to patients of clinic.
Beautiful Feet Ministries
Address - 1709 E Hattie St.
Fort Worth, Texas 76104
Phone number is (817)536-0505
Crowley House Of Hope
Address: 208 N Magnolia
Crowley, Texas 76036
Dial - (817)297-6495
Cook Children's Community Clinic-Arlington
Address is 1525 S Cooper
Arlington, TX 76010
Main phone number is (817)804-1100
Medical programs focus on children and teenagers in the community. The clinic has a few
locations, and they are noted below.

 2528 Jacksboro Hwy

Fort Worth, TX 76114
(817) 624-1770
 6421 McCart
Fort Worth, Texas 76133
(817) 263-7500
 2755 Miller Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76105
(817) 534-7110

Cornerstone Assistance Network

Location - 3500 Noble Ave
Fort Worth, Texas 76111
Phone number is (817)632-6000
Implemented a sliding fee scale for the low income and people with no or limited health
insurance.
Grace Grapevine Relief And Community Exchange
Location of clinic is 610 Shady Brook Dr.
Grapevine, TX 76051
Phone number - (817)488-7009
JPS Health Center-Cypress
Location of community clinic is 1513 Presidio
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Phone number - (817)852-8380
This federal qualified health center can help people with no insurance, and those faced with
poverty. Several forms of medical assistance are offered to the low income and uninsured in
the community.
Mission Fort Worth
Address is 4401 Vermont Ave. Stop by or call for more information.
Fort Worth, Texas 76115
Call the center at (817)207-0229
Morris Center For Innovation In Children's Health
1729 Eighth Ave.
Fort Worth, Texas 76110
Main phone number - (682)885-3301
North Texas Area Community Health Centers Inc.
2106 N Main
Fort Worth, TX 76164
(817)625-4254
Supports people in Tarrant County Texas, regardless of income. A variable rate billing scale is
in place for patients who lack insurance, or who live on limited income. Programs can help the
unemployed and others who are going through a difficult period in their lives.
Southeast Community Health Center
Address - 3212 Miller
Fort Worth, Texas 76119
Phone number - (817)916-4333
Dial the health center at the number below. Various doctors, dentists, and support personnel
provide help to families in the community. Payment plans and reduced fees can be used for
the low income.

Services for the homeless

Families who are currently homeless or have an eviction notice and need to find alternate
housing may be able to get help from the following.
City of Fort Worth Homeless Resources - Offers resources and housing options for
individuals or families in crisis.
City of Arlington Eviction/Homeless Program - This organization provides federal
government funded assistance and cash grants to homeless people and those who are in
imminent danger of becoming homeless. The program is run by the Arlington Housing
Authority, 501 W. Sanford Street, Suite 20, Arlington, Texas 76011. Call 817-860-1836 or 817-
548-9885
Presbyterian Night Shelter - Homeless adults and children can get meals, beds, and basic
care. 2400 Cypress Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 tel: (817) 632-7400
Arlington Life Shelter - Case management and meals are offered for homeless adults and
children. 325 West Division Street Arlington, Texas 76011-7415, (817) 548-9885
Day Resource Center - People living in transition and the homeless can get help from this
Fort Worth-based agency. Get assistance from case management, phone, and shelter for the
homeless or people living in transition. 1415 East Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76102,
call 817-810-9797
Community Enrichment Center - This organization is a faith-based / church non-profit
agency that is serving Tarrant County families who are undergoing a housing crisis by
providing the resources, tools, rent help and encouragement that is needed to both help these
families make it through a hardship, and to help people become self-sufficient. 6250 Northeast
Loop 820 Fort Worth, TX 76180-7842, (817) 577-2426

Domestic violence
The following agencies can provide individuals, including women and children, with low income
housing, shelter, or housing assistance. The programs are focused on victims of domestic
violence.
SafeHaven of Tarrant County - A 24-hour hotline and information and access to emergency
shelter for domestic violence victims and their children. Call 817-536-5496
The Women's Center of Tarrant County – Local non-profit that provides housing and rental
counseling for sexual assault victims. Also can help victims find a job from employment
counseling. 1723 Hemphill, Fort Worth, Texas 76110, call (817) 927-4040