Whittier
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Local offices in Whittier
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Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Whittier first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Mountain Coast Vineyard Food Shelf
Mountain Coast Vineyard
46 miles from the center of Whittier2511 Sentry Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 10:30 AM (3rd of the month)
What to bring: Register by 10:30 a.m. to receive food.
Listed on mountaincoast.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Anchorage Gospel Rescue Mission
48 miles from the center of Whittier2823 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Tue8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Wed8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Thu8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Fri8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Sat8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
- Sun8 AM to 8:45 AM. Breakfast; 4:30 PM to 6 PM. Supper
Who can come: Anyone can come to the table.
What to bring: Come sober and bring a current ID.
Listed on anchoragerescue.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Francis House Food Pantry
Catholic Social Services
48 miles from the center of Whittier3710 E 20th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 1 PM
- Tue9 AM to 1 PM
- Wed9 AM to 1 PM; 4 PM to 5:30 PM (4th of the month)
- Thu9 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Any adult or family seeking food assistance
What to bring: No appointment needed. Bring ID. Visits are limited to twice a month.
Listed on cssalaska.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Anchorage Food Pantry
Revive Alaska Community Services
49 miles from the center of Whittier4317 MacInnes Street, Anchorage, AK 99508
Hours
- Wed11 AM to 2 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Who can come: People who are working class and struggling with hunger and food insecurity
Listed on revivealaska.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
First CME Church
First Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
49 miles from the center of Whittier3600 MacInnes St, Anchorage, AK 99508
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
1st and 4th Saturday every month at 2:00 pm
Listed on firstcmechurch.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
MLK Jr. Foundation/Shiloh Mission
50 miles from the center of Whittier1928 Juneau St, Anchorage, AK 99501
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 10 AM
Listed on foodbankofalaska.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Whittier
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of Alaska, Inc.
2192 Viking Drive, Anchorage, AK 99501
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Alaska Legal Services Corporation
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Incorporated (RurAL CAP)
731 E. 8th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
Listed on commerce.alaska.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Chugach Census Area
Whittier is in Chugach Census Area. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Local office · Regional office
Alaska 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall or search Alaska 211 to find local help with basic needs and other services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on alaska211.org
Public health · State office
Valdez Public Health Center
1001 Meals Ave., Valdez, AK 99686
Help here
- Public health nursingGet public health nursing services from the state health department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.alaska.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Valdez Senior Center
1300 East Hanagita Place, Valdez, AK 99686
Help here
- Senior servicesFind meals and other support services for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on valdezseniorcenter.org
Jobs and training · State office
Valdez Job Center
213 Meals Ave., Room 22, Valdez, AK 99686
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesGet help finding work, training, and other job search services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jobs.state.ak.us
State office
Valdez DMV
217 Meals Avenue, Suite 6, Valdez, AK 99686
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license, take a knowledge test, or complete vehicle services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.alaska.gov
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
Talk to a person
- Alaska 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-478-2221 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988