Nampa

Local offices in Nampa

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

• Housing authority · City office

  Nampa Housing Authority

  211 19th Ave. N., Nampa, ID 83687

  Help here

  • Affordable housingApply for housing if you meet the authority’s eligibility rules.Apply online
  Call 208-466-2601DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nampahousing.com

• Utilities · City office

  Utility Billing

  401 3rd St. S., Nampa, ID 83651

  Help here

  • Utility bills and payment plansGet help with city water, sewer, irrigation, trash billing, and payment plans.Read more
  • Nampa Shares & CaresEligible city utility customers can apply for help with water, sewer, and irrigation costs.Apply online
  Call 208-468-5711DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofnampa.us

• Library · City office

  Nampa Public Library

  215 12th Ave. S., Nampa, ID 83651

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card and use books, computers, and other library services.Read more
  Call 208-468-5800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nampalibrary.org

• Local office · City office

  City of Nampa

  411 3rd St. S., Nampa, ID 83651

  Help here

  • City services and informationCall or visit City Hall for help finding city services and information.
  Call 208-468-4413DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nampa.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Nampa Parks & Recreation

  131 Constitution Way, Nampa, ID 83686

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind city recreation programs, activities, and information about parks.
  Call 208-468-5858DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nampaparksandrecreation.org

City of Nampa website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Nampa

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

Offices for all of Canyon County

Nampa is in Canyon County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Canyon County Indigent Services

  1115 Albany St, Room 250, Caldwell, ID 83605

  Help here

  • Emergency assistanceApply for county emergency assistance if you meet the program rules.
  Call 208-454-7419DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on canyoncounty.id.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Southwest District Health WIC Clinic

  315 Stampede Dr, Nampa, ID 83687

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 208-455-5300DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swdh.id.gov

• State office · State office

  Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Caldwell

  3402 Franklin Road, Caldwell, ID 83605

  Help here

  • Public assistance and health coverageVisit the local office to ask about state assistance and health coverage programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Caldwell Housing Authority

  22730 Farmway Road, Caldwell, ID 83607

  Help here

  • Affordable rental housingApply for affordable rental housing in Caldwell if you meet the eligibility rules.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 208-459-2232DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on chaidaho.org

• Local office · State office

  211 Idaho CareLine

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
  Call 800-926-2588Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on healthandwelfare.idaho.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Southwest District Health

  13307 Miami Lane, Caldwell, ID 83607

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the district for public health programs and services in Canyon County.
  Call 208-455-5300DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on swdh.id.gov

Everything in Canyon County

Idaho programs by kind of help

These are run by Idaho 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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