Free Food Assistance for Washington Township Residents

If you need food assistance, Pantry 279 is the closest and best option for residents of Washington Township. At this time, our township does not have a public office, so we encourage you to visit Pantry 279 for any emergency food needs. Washington Township helps support Pantry 279 through donations, along with the kindness and support of local volunteers and community members.

Consider volunteering your time or donating to the Pantry or the Hoosier Hill Food Bank. Check out their website https://pantry279.org/ or go to the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Pantry279 for more information.

Monroe County Health

Christina Kempf | Public Health Coordinator
Monroe County Health Department
119 West 7th Street | Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone:  812-349-2849 | Fax:  812-349-7346   

www.co.monroe.in.us/healthdepartment

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Emergency Services for Washington Township Residents

Are you a resident of Washington Township and need help?  

The Township Trustee can assist with food, shelter, utilities, and other necessities when no other resources are available.  Township assistance is the "last resort" help until other benefits can be processed, or can be a way to provide short-term assistance for a period of unexpected hardship. 

Please note that assistance is paid directly to companies that provide the services you need. Read our Township Assistance Guidelines.   Township Assistance Guidelines.   

To apply, contact our Township Office to make an appointment to talk to a caseworker about your situation and fill out an application.  If you like, to get a head start, fill out the application, but do not sign until you are in the office.    Application for Assistance.  

Please bring the following documentation: Picture ID for all adults in the household, Social Security Cards for all members of the household, Proof of ALL household income for the last 30 days, and current household expenses for the 30 days (a current copy of lease, all current utility bills, receipts, and/or bills for any other expenses). Please see this document for more information so that you are prepared on the day of your appointment. Documentation is Required at the Appointment

After we receive everything needed for the application, we will investigate your situation and look at short and long-term goals. We will also put you in touch with private, state, local, and federal agencies that may be able to help you, both now and in the future.  For questions, call our office at 812-327-6948.

Steps To Apply for Assistance