Fairbanks North Star Borough

Local offices in Fairbanks North Star Borough

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  Alaska Division of Public Assistance, Fairbanks District Office

  675 7th Avenue, Station E, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsApply for state public assistance programs or get help with an application.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alaska.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Tanana Chiefs Conference WIC Program, Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center

  1717 West Cowles Street, Building A, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 907-451-6682DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alaska.gov

• Public health · State office

  Fairbanks Regional Public Health Center

  1025 West Barnette Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Public health nursingContact the center about vaccinations, testing, pregnancy testing, and other public health services.
  Call 907-452-1776DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alaska.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Fairbanks Law Library

  101 Lacey Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Legal information and research helpUse legal research materials and ask library staff for help finding legal information.Read more
  Call 907-452-9241DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.alaska.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  North Star Council on Aging, Fairbanks Senior Center

  1424 Moore Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Senior meals and supportOlder adults can get meals, referrals, help with forms, and activities at the senior center.Read more
  Call 907-452-1735DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fairbanksseniorcenter.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Fairbanks North Star Borough Emergency Operations & Management

  3175 Peger Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recovery helpGet information about preparing for disasters and help finding resources after a disaster.
  Call 907-459-1481DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fnsb.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Alaska Job Center Network, Fairbanks Job Center

  675 7th Avenue, Station B, Fairbanks, AK 99701-4531

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesGet help finding a job, training for work, or returning to work after unemployment.Apply online
  Call 907-451-5901DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jobs.alaska.gov

• State office

  Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles, Fairbanks Office

  414 3rd Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and motor vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license and get other motor vehicle services.
  Call 907-269-5551DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.alaska.gov

• Library · County office

  Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries

  1215 Cowles Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  Help here

  • Library cards and materialsGet a library card and borrow books and other library materials.Read more
  Call 907-459-1020DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fnsb.gov

Fairbanks North Star Borough website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Fairbanks North Star Borough

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Fairbanks North Star Borough

• Fairbanks
• North Pole

Alaska programs by kind of help

These are run by Alaska and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026