Colfax
Ask about Colfax
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Colfax and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Colfax
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
City of Colfax City Hall
33 South Main St, Colfax, CA 95713
Help here
- City services and public informationContact City Hall for help with city services and questions about city records.Read more
- Sewer utility billsPay your city sewer bill or contact City Hall about your sewer account.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on colfax-ca.gov
Library · County office
Colfax Library
10 W Church Street, Colfax, CA 95713
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and children's programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
Sierra Vista Community Center
55 School Street, Colfax, CA 95713
Help here
- Community programs and classesFind community activities, classes, food distributions, and meeting spaces at the center.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sierravistacommunitycenter.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Colfax first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Adventist Community Services Food Pantry
Carmichael Adventist Community Services
38 miles from the center of Colfax4694 Pasadena Ave, Sacramento, CA 95841
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 10:45 AM
Who can come: People in need who live in Sacramento County
What to bring: Bring an official form of identification. Clients may come twice a month.
Listed on carmsda.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Sharing God's Bounty
41 miles from the center of Colfax2320 El Camino Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821
Hours
- Tue6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Who can come: Hungry people; guests of all religious backgrounds are welcome
Listed on sharinggodsbounty.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Dining Room
Loaves & Fishes
45 miles from the center of Colfax1351 North C Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Tue11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Wed11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Thu11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Fri11:30 AM to 1 PM
- Sat11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Sun11 AM to 12:30 PM
Who can come: Adults experiencing homelessness
Listed on sacloaves.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
CAFFE Breakfast
Caffe
46 miles from the center of Colfax910 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every Sunday at Cesar Chavez Park in Sacramento at 8am
Who can come: Neighbors
Listed on caffesacramento.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Sac Foods Not Bombs Free Meal
Sacramento Food Not Bombs
46 miles from the center of Colfax910 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Hours
- Sun1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on firstumcsac.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
River City Food Bank
46 miles from the center of Colfax1800 28th St, Sacramento, CA 95816
Hours
- Tue10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
- Thu10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Who can come: Anyone experiencing food insecurity in Sacramento County
What to bring: ID is helpful but not required
Listed on rivercityfoodbank.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Colfax
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
Feeding the Foothills
8284 Industrial Ave, Roseville, CA 95678
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
Legal Services of Northern California, Inc.
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
Project GO, Inc.
801 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
Listed on csd.ca.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Placer County
Colfax is in Placer County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Placer County Human Services
11434 B Avenue, Auburn, CA 95603
Help here
- Benefits and social servicesApply for food, health coverage, cash aid, and other county benefits.Apply online
- Housing vouchersGet information about the county's housing choice voucher program.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
Public health · County office
Placer County WIC Program
1000 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 150, Rocklin, CA 95765
Help here
- WIC nutrition benefitsEligible families can get healthy food benefits, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
Child support · County office
Placer County Child Support Services
1000 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 200, Rocklin, CA 95765
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help setting up and managing financial and medical support for children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
Housing help · County office
Placer County Housing Authority
Help here
- Housing choice vouchersGet information about housing vouchers and related assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Connecting Point
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall any time for help finding local housing, food, health care, utility assistance, and other services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211connectingpoint.org
Public health · County office
Placer County Public Health
11434 B Avenue, Auburn, CA 95603
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information, nursing support, and help with health programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on placer.ca.gov
California programs by kind of help
These are run by California 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 - 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
- 211 Placer
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988