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Local offices in Kingston
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Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Kingston first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Kansas City, MO Northland Corps
The Salvation Army
43 miles from the center of Kingston5306 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64118
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on salvationarmyusa.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Northland Food Pantry
Metro Lutheran Ministry
43 miles from the center of Kingston1100 NE Vivion Rd., Kansas City, MO 64118
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Tue10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Clay and Platte County residents
What to bring: First time guests must provide proof of eligibility. Guests may participate once a month.
Listed on mlmkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
HOPE.wrx Food Pantry
HOPE.wrx
43 miles from the center of Kingston900 NE Vivion Rd., Kansas City, MO 64118
Hours
- Mon5 PM to 7 PM
- Tue3 PM to 5 PM
- Wed5 PM to 7 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Sat9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Clay and Platte County residents
What to bring: Bring photo ID and proof of residence. Walk-in only. One visit per month.
Listed on hopewrx.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Mimi's Pantry Food Pantry
Mimi's Pantry
44 miles from the center of Kingston2255 NW Vivion Road, Riverside, MO 64150
Hours
- Mon4 PM to 6 PM
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Residents of Platte or Clay County, Missouri
What to bring: By appointment only. Guests may visit once per month.
Listed on mimispantrykc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Nourish KC Community Kitchen
The Prospect KC
47 miles from the center of Kingston750 Paseo Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106
Hours
- Tue12 PM to 3 PM
- Wed12 PM to 3 PM
- Thu12 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Anyone who comes through the door
What to bring: No paperwork
Listed on theprospectkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Hope Feeds
Hope Faith
47 miles from the center of Kingston705 Virginia Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64106
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Tue8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Wed8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Thu8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
- Fri8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
Who can come: Guests
Listed on hopefaith.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Kingston
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
Second Harvest Community Food Bank
915 Douglas, St. Joseph, MO 64505
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 Aid of Western Missouri
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
Community Action Partnership of North Central Missouri (CAPNCM)
1506 Oklahoma Ave, Trenton, MO 64683-2587
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Caldwell County
Kingston is in Caldwell County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Caldwell County Health Department
255 W. Main St., Kingston, MO 64650
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountyhealth.com
Older adults · Regional office
Young at Heart Resources
1304 N. Walnut, Cameron, MO 64429
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get information, benefits counseling, transportation help, and links to local services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on yahresources.org
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
Talk to a person
- Missouri 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 2-1-1 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988