Bennett County

Local offices in Bennett County

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

• Human services · County office

  Bennett County Auditor and Welfare Office

  202 Main Street, Martin, SD 57551

  Help here

  • County assistanceEligible residents can ask about help with medical costs, heating bills, and burial expenses.
  Call 605-685-6931DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotaathome.sd.gov

• State office · State office

  South Dakota WIC, Bennett County

  Bennett County Courthouse, 202 Main Street, Martin, SD 57551

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible families can call to arrange WIC nutrition support and food benefits.
  Call 605-480-9418DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  South Dakota 211 Helpline

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help with needs such as food, bills, health care, or housing.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Bennett County Clerk of Courts

  205 State Street, Martin, SD 57551

  Help here

  • Court forms and case helpResidents can get information about court cases, filing procedures, and forms.Read more
  Call 605-685-6969DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ujs.sd.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Bennett County Veterans Service Officer

  212 E. Bennett Avenue, Martin, SD 57551

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpVeterans can get help understanding and applying for benefits.
  Call 605-407-8257DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.sd.gov

• State office · State office

  Bennett County Driver License Office

  202 Main Street, Martin, SD 57754

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and ID cardsResidents can apply for or renew a South Dakota driver license or ID card at this monthly office.
  Call 605-773-6883DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.sd.gov

• Library · County office

  Bennett County Public Library

  101 Main Street, Martin, SD 57551

  Help here

  • Public library servicesResidents can use the county library for books and other library services.
  Call 605-685-6556DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on library.sd.gov

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Bennett County

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

Cities and towns in Bennett County

• Martin

South Dakota programs by kind of help

These are run by South Dakota 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
• 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