Resources in Allegheny County
There are many social service agencies in Allegheny County that can help you and your family. Here are a few that can help you access public assistance programs and other supports.
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The United Way of Southwestern PA has the most extensive database of health and human services programs in the region.
dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh
As the largest comprehensive social service/civil rights organization in Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh provides services in the areas of education, health advocacy, housing, early childhood and youth development, hunger services, employment and career training and counseling, and economic empowerment.
Find Help.org
Need help? Search free and reduced cost services like medical care, food, housing, and more in your area.
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SNAP/food stamps, LIHEAP, Medical Assistance, and TANF application support and case advocacy
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Works with a network of 850+ partner agencies across 11 counties to not only make sure no one has to go hungry, but also to stabilize lives and confront issues of chronic hunger, poor nutrition and health.
Get Help with Food
USDA Hunger Hotline
The USDA Hunger Hotline connects people with local emergency food providers and government assistance programs.
English: 1-866-3-HUNGRY
Spanish: 1-877-8-HAMBRE
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET
SUN Bucks (Summer EBT)
WIC (Women, Infants and Children)
WIC provides pregnant women, mothers and caregivers of infants and young children: nutrition services, breastfeeding support, health care and social service referrals and healthy foods to eligible participants.
Food Bucks
SNAP shoppers can earn Food Bucks Coupons to access more fresh fruits and vegetables! Learn about Food Bucks in Western Pennsylvaniafrom The Food Trust.
Utilize Food Bucks at Fresh Access Farmers Markets.
Discounts for government assistance recipients in the Pittsburgh area
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Pennsylvania Health Access Network
Provides free assistance in understanding, applying for, and enrolling in health coverage, as well as troubleshooting problems.
Call their helpline at 1-877-570-3642
Use this online form to request help
Pennsylvania Health Law Project
A non-profit law firm that represents Pennsylvanians who need help getting or keeping Medicaid (also known as Medical Assistance or MA).
Call their helpline at 1-800-274-3258
Access self-help materials in their resources library
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Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Provides free legal services to low-income people in Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, and Lawrence Counties.
Call their helpline at 1-866-761-6572
Use their legal wellness checkup tool if you’re not sure if you need legal aid
Learn your rights with their legal resources
Pittsburgh Office: 412-255-6700
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PA DHS: Voting & Elections Information
A national, non-partisan non-profit that helps eligible voters aged 16 and up apply and pay for their driver’s license or plain state ID. VoteRiders can also help you obtain vital documents like birth certificates and social security cards.
Visit their website help page
Call/text their free helpline at 866-432-8683 to get started
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Carnegie Library Job and Career Education Center
(412) 622-3133
Allegheny East: (412) 436-2225
Pittsburgh/Allegheny County: (412) 552-7100
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(412) 281-2328
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DHS Area Agency on Aging SeniorLine
(412) 350-5460
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(412) 824-2444
Allegheny Link - Emergency housing
1-866-730-2368
Just Harvest - LIHEAP application support
(412) 431-8960 option 3
Landord/Tenant Dispute Resolution through Allegheny County Department of Health
(412) 687-2243
(866) 857-7095
Local: (412) 562-0330
Crisis: (800) 851-3838
PA Utility Assistance Programs
2-1-1
(888) 856-2773
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Just Harvest
(412) 431-8960 option 2
2-1-1
(888) 856-2773
IRS
Help with post-season tax filing: (412) 395-5667
General: (800) 829-1040
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Department of Human Services
Learn more about state public assistance programs.
PA DHS’s website for applying for or renewing benefits online.
PA DHS’s contact information for all of its County Assistance Offices.
Access all of PA DHS’ policy handbooks and manuals.