Sparta

Local offices in Sparta

We have not checked Sparta on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Food near you

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

• Food pantry

  Lexington Public Library, Northside Branch

  Lexington Public Library

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  1733 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, KY 40511

  Hours

  • Mon12 PM to 2 PM
  • Tue12 PM to 2 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 2 PM
  • Thu12 PM to 2 PM
  • Fri12 PM to 2 PM
  • Sat12 PM to 2 PM
  • Sun12 PM to 2 PM

  What to bring: Come before 9:30 a.m. to put your name on the list for same-day pickup

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Lexington Rescue Mission

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  444 Glen Arvin Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Tue9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Wed9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Thu9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Fri9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Sat9 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 859-381-9600DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Mission Market

  The Nathaniel Mission

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Tue1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Wed1 PM to 1:45 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 1:45 PM

  Who can come: Fayette County residents

  What to bring: Bring a picture ID as proof of address. Each household may shop once a month.

  Call 859-255-0062DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free grocery market

  Nourish Lexington Build a Box Pantry at Coolavin Park

  FoodChain

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  550 W. Sixth Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Thu3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

  Who can come: Everyone

  What to bring: No documentation needed

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 859-428-8380DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free meals

  FoodChain

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  501 W. Sixth Street, Suite 105, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 6 PM
  • Wed4 PM to 6 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in the community

  What to bring: No identifying information needed

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 859-428-8380DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  The Salvation Army

  49 miles from the center of Sparta

  722-736 W. Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 2 PM
  • Tue9 AM to 2 PM
  • Wed9 AM to 2 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Fayette County residents

  What to bring: An interview is required to determine eligibility. Bring identification, a rent receipt, Social Security card, and verification of income.

  Call 859-252-7706DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on content.lexingtonky.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sparta

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

Offices for all of Gallatin County

Sparta is in Gallatin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Family Support Office

  100 West Market Street, Warsaw, KY 41095

  Help here

  • SNAP, Medicaid and family assistanceApply for SNAP, Medicaid and other public benefits at this office.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 855-306-8959DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Kentucky 211

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on kentucky211.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission, Gallatin County

  100 Davis Drive, Warsaw, KY 41095

  Help here

  • Community assistanceAsk about help with utility bills, food, clothing and housing needs.
  Call 859-567-4660DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Three Rivers District Health Department, Gallatin County

  102 West Pearl Street, Warsaw, KY 41095

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants and children under five.Read more
  Call 859-567-2844DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northern Kentucky Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living

  22 Spiral Drive, Florence, KY 41042

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, in-home help, transportation, and other support.Read more
  Call 859-692-2480DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · State office

  Kentucky Department for Community Based Services, Protection and Permanency Office

  100 West Market Street, Warsaw, KY 41095

  Help here

  • Child and adult protectionContact this office to report abuse or neglect or ask about protective services for children and adults.Read more
  Call 859-567-7381DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prd.webapps.chfs.ky.gov

Everything in Gallatin County

Kentucky programs by kind of help

These are run by Kentucky 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