Public Assistance

We get it, sometimes you might need a little bit of help. Williams County is part of the North Star Human Service Zone, which provides access to many public assistance programs for those who could use some help with groceries, heating costs, and rent. Additional resources and information are provided below.

Family, Health, & Home Public Assistance

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services administers the following public assistance programs:

  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Assistance/SNAP)
  • Health Care Coverage (HCC)
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

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Contact the Customer Support Center or the North Star Human Service Zone for assistance.

Food Assistance

Food Pantries

The Great Plains Food Book operates various food pantries across the state as well as a mobile food bank . Food pantries can offer both shelf stable and perishable food product to clients. When obtaining food from the pantry, clients are likely asked to fill out an intake form, which can include name, address, and number of people in household.

For up-to-date information, please refer to the Great Plains Food Bank Food Pantry website.

Mobile Food Pantry Schedule

Gloria Dei Food Pantry
Address: 1821 9th Ave. W Williston, ND
Phone: 701-572-2667
Operation Hours:  

  • Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30 am-4:30 pm 

Food Options: Vegetarian, Low Sugar 

Ray Food Pantry
Address: 24 Railroad Ave, Suite 1 Ray, ND
Phone: 701-568-2796
Operation Hours:  

  • First and Third Tuesday: 5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Salvation Army
Address: 15 Main St. Williston, ND
Phone: 701-572-2921
Operation Hours:  

  • Monday-Friday: 10:00 am-3:00 pm 

Food Options: Vegetarian 

Tioga Community Food Pantry
Address: 313 S Torning St Tioga, ND
Phone: 701-641-3349
Operation Hours:  

  • Second and Fourth Tuesday: 1:00 pm-6:00 pm 

Food Options: Vegetarian, Vegan, Low Sugar, Low Sodium 

Food Programs

SNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income North Dakotans meet their nutritional needs.

Website

WIC

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition program supports women from pregnancy to delivery and children until their 5th birthday to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. Breastfeeding education and counseling can also be provided.

Website

Health Costs & Insurance Assistance

Health Costs

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services provides resources for covering healthcare costs for those who are eligible.

Website

ND Medicaid and CHIP

North Dakota provides Medicaid state plan coverage, Medicaid Expansion, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Website

 866-614-6005

ND Navigators

Need help getting set up with health insurance in general? Reach out to the ND Navigators for their free services to find the right insurance for you.

Website

 

Public Housing Assistance

Housing Stabilization

This program administered by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services is intended to assist those who are experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of eviction.

Website

Williston Housing Authority

The Williston Housing Authority administers low income housing for qualifying low income elderly, disabled, and family households as well as the Housing Choice Voucher Program for Williams County.

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