Encinal
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Local offices in Encinal
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Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Encinal first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Laredo Stepping Stone
30 miles from the center of Encinal377 Palomino Rd, Laredo, TX 78045
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
each month
Who can come: People in the West Penitas community and people with immediate food needs
Listed on laredosteppingstone.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Lilia Perez Community Center
Webb County
36 miles from the center of Encinal4420 Old Santa Maria Rd, Laredo, TX 78041
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Listed on webbcountytx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Fernando A. Salinas Community Center
Webb County
37 miles from the center of Encinal520 Reynolds St, 2nd Floor, Laredo, TX 78040
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Once a month
Who can come: Residents who qualify for the food bag program
What to bring: Qualifying residents must register for the food bag program.
Listed on webbcountytx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Breaking Bread
Holding Institute Community Center
38 miles from the center of Encinal1102 Santa Maria Ave, Laredo, TX 78040
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
every month
Who can come: Individuals in need
Listed on holding-institute.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
La Presa Community Center
Webb County
44 miles from the center of Encinal1983 Mangana Hein, Laredo, TX 78041
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Once a month
Who can come: Residents who qualify for the food bag program
What to bring: Qualifying residents must register for the food bag program.
Listed on webbcountytx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Ricardo Molina Sr Community Center
Webb County
47 miles from the center of Encinal1600 Orquidia Lane, Rio Bravo, TX 78046
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Mobil: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
Listed on legacy.webbcountytx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Encinal
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
San Antonio Food Bank
5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, 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
Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc.
801 N Highway 123 Byp, Seguin, TX 78155-3944
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of La Salle County
Encinal is in La Salle County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Community action · County office
La Salle County Community Outreach / Food Bank
707 Buckley St., Cotulla, TX 78014
Help here
- Food pantry and nutrition programsGet help with food programs, pantry services, and school food programs.
- Social service referralsGet help connecting with agencies that may improve your quality of life.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.la-salle.tx.us
Public health · Nonprofit
Vida Y Salud-Health Systems Inc. WIC
651 N. Baylor St., Cotulla, TX 78014
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people and families with children under five can get healthy food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Texas, Middle Rio Grande
Help here
- Community information and referralCall 2-1-1 for information and referrals to local services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211texas.org
Older adults · County office
La Salle County Elderly Nutrition Center
637 N. Baylor St., Cotulla, TX 78014
Help here
- Elder nutrition servicesOlder residents can contact the center for nutrition services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.la-salle.tx.us
Older adults · Regional office
Middle Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging
1200 Ferry Street, Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Help here
- Aging servicesGet help finding services and support for older adults in Dimmit County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mrgdc.org
Veterans · County office
La Salle County Veterans Affairs
101 Courthouse Square, Cotulla, TX 78014
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and filing benefit claims.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.la-salle.tx.us
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas 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
- 2-1-1 Texas
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-541-7905 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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