Cool Valley

Local offices in Cool Valley

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way of Greater St. Louis 211

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to connect with local help for food, housing, utility bills, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helpingpeople.org

• Local office · City office

  Cool Valley City Hall

  100 Signal Hill Dr., Cool Valley, MO 63121

  Help here

  • City services and recordsContact the city clerk with resident concerns, questions about city records, or requests for city permits.Read more
  • Senior trash discountEligible seniors can ask the city clerk how to apply for the trash service discount.Read more
  Call 314-521-3500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofcoolvalley.org

City of Cool Valley website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Cool Valley first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  The Wellston Center

  3.4 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  1705 Kienlen Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63133

  Hours

  • Tue8 AM to 12 PM
  • Wed8 AM to 12 PM
  • Fri8 AM to 12 PM
  • Sat8 AM to 12 PM
  Call 314-409-7048DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on wellstoncenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  The Salvation Army St. Louis Euclid Corps Food Pantry

  The Salvation Army St. Louis Euclid Corps

  4.9 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  2618 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63113

  Hours

  • Fri9 AM to 12 PM
  Call 314-376-5121DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Food Pantry

  Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis

  5 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  1408 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63113

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Call for hours

  What to bring: Individuals seeking food assistance must be 18 years of age or older and have a picture ID.

  Call 314-615-3642DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on ulstl.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Trinity Food Ministry

  Trinity Episcopal Church

  5.7 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  600 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108

  Hours

  • Tue1:30 PM to 3 PM. Pantry and take-out hot meal.
  • Thu4 PM to 5 PM. Pantry and take-out hot meal.
  Call 314-361-4655DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on trinitycwe.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Trinity Food Ministry Cafe

  Trinity Episcopal Church

  5.7 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  600 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108

  Hours

  • Wed12 PM to 1:30 PM
  • Sun2 PM to 2:30 PM. Hot lunch.
  Call 314-361-4655DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on trinitycwe.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Our Lady of Perpetual Help Food Pantry

  Our Lady of Perpetual Help

  5.9 miles from the center of Cool Valley

  4335 Warne Ave., St. Louis, MO 63107

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 12 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM
  • Sat9 AM to 12 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need of food.

  Call 314-535-9794DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on helpstlouis.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Cool Valley

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

Offices for all of St. Louis County

Cool Valley is in St. Louis County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  North Central Community Health Center

  4000 Jennings Station Road, St. Louis, MO 63121

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesThe county health department provides clinic care and public health services here, including sexual health services.
  Call 314-615-9700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  South County Health Center

  4580 South Lindbergh Boulevard, Sunset Hills, MO 63127

  Help here

  • Public health and clinic servicesResidents can contact the center for county public health services and clinic care.
  Call 314-615-0400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  St. Louis County Law Library

  105 South Central Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105

  Help here

  • Legal research resourcesThe public can use legal books, research computers, and court related materials at the library.
  Call 314-615-4726DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stlcountycourts.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Aging Ahead

  14535 Manchester Road, Manchester, MO 63011

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding meals, transportation, care, and other local services.Read more
  Call 636-207-0847DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  St. Louis County - Met Center Job Center

  6347 Plymouth Avenue, Room 206, St. Louis, MO 63133

  Help here

  • Job search and training helpJob seekers can get help with resumes, job searches, interviews, and training opportunities.Read more
  Call 314-377-0445DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  St. Louis County Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials, use computers, and get help with learning and community resources.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 314-994-3300Website

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

Everything in St. Louis County

Missouri programs by kind of help

These are run by Missouri 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