Access Florida has the Food Stamp Program(EBT) that helps people with low income to buy healthy food. The application can be done online. Please see the website for your local service center. The application is also used for Temporary Cash Assistance, Medicaid, and all other Department of Children and Families services.

Deaf/Hearing Impaired:
Florida Relay 711 or
TTY: 1.800.955.8771

This group runs an after-school snack program. It provides food to children weekly and throughout the school year. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Altrusa House gives adult day health care. It is for people with conditions related to aging or delays in development. They care for people who are 18 or older. They have activities, help with medication, and give meals. It is a safe and social place with a garden. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Arbor House provides affordable housing in a communal setting. The housing is for working mothers with children. Time spent at Arbor House allows mothers to pursue education and skills. There are 15 private rooms. Residents share bathroom, kitchen and living room areas. Please call or visit the website for more information.

This group has a direct aid program. It is meant to help patients who need financial assistance. There are eligibility requirements that must be met for a patient to qualify. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Toll Free: 800.927.9659

Grant Assistance includes:

• Food Grants
• Medication Grant Program
• Transportation Grant Program
• One-Time Emergency Grant Program

This program offers emergency shelter for families without a home. They have a 90-day program to help them get back on their feet. They work with and receive help from groups of many different faiths. Volunteers give support and meals to families. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

This ministry provides food, shelter, and case management in a safe environment for people in the community. They can house around 10 families per night. They also run Arbor House for working mothers with children. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

The Archer Church of the Nazarene Food Pantry is open from 2 - 4 PM every second Monday of the month and 10 AM - 12 PM every fourth Saturday of the month. No requirements are necessary to qualify. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Gainesville Community Ministry provides emergency food. The food is for seniors, the disabled, and those with low income. You may get a 2 day supply of food once a month. You must apply in person. They are open Monday through Thursday from 9AM to 1:00PM. A picture ID and Social Security Card, or Social Security print-out is required. You must also show proof of income. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.