SOCIAL SERVICE NETWORK
The Social Service Network connects Hunt County residents with verified local, state, and nonprofit agencies offering reliable support for employment, financial assistance, food security, housing stability, mental health care, and essential community services. Each organization listed below includes accurate details to help residents find the assistance they need quickly and confidently
EMPLOYMENT & WORKFORCE SUPPORT
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) The Texas Workforce Commission is the state’s primary employment and training agency, connecting residents with reliable programs that support job readiness, skills development, and long-term career growth. The Greenville Workforce Center, operating under TWC, provides local access to SNAP Employment & Training services, job search and résumé assistance, work experience opportunities with public and nonprofit organizations, GED and education support, and vocational or technical skills training. The center also offers transportation and childcare assistance to help reduce barriers to employment. Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), TWC funds job training, certifications, and career planning for adults, youth, and dislocated workers. Residents can also use Work In Texas, the state’s official online job portal, to search for employment, upload résumés, and access state job-matching tools.
Registered Apprentice Program – Workforce Solutions North Central Texas This program provides paid apprenticeships that combine hands-on work experience with technical instruction for long-term career development.
Work In Texas Registration Guide https://www.twc.texas.gov/sites/default/files/ui/docs/workintexas-registration-usage-tips-twc.pdf
4609 King Street, Greenville, TX 75401
903-454-9350 | 8am–5pm
[email protected]
SkillUp Coalition SkillUp connects job seekers with free or low-cost job training programs, career coaching, and skills-based learning paths, including HVAC training opportunities through Collin College.
https://www.skillup.org
HVAC training at Collin College 3452 Spur 3, McKinney, TX https://enroll.texastradecareers.com
Industrial Trades Services Industrial Trades Services supports job seekers pursuing careers in skilled trades, offering training and job placement assistance.
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HOUSING, FINANCIAL, AND GENERAL ASSISTANCE
Housing Forward Provides housing stability resources, employment support, and services for individuals experiencing homelessness or hardship. https://www.mdhadallas.org/employment-opportunities/
FindHelp.org A statewide directory connecting individuals with free or reduced-cost resources such as housing, utilities, food, and healthcare. www.findhelp.org
2-1-1 Texas Dial 211 to access statewide information on food assistance, housing support, benefits, mental health services, and emergency programs. Option 1: Locate state benefits – https://youtexasbenefits.com
Option 3: Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) Option 4: Mental health and substance abuse information
Texas Health and HOPE Hotline Confidential help for foreclosure prevention and financial hardship. 1-888-995-4673 www.995hope.org
FOOD ASSISTANCE & BASIC NEEDS
FoodFinder Tool Helps locate nearby food banks, pantries, and hunger-relief resources. https://www.food-finders.org
Food bank search: Feeding America – www.feedingamerica.org
North Texas Food Bank – https://ntfb.org
USDA Local Food Portal Search for local farmers markets, CSAs, and food producers by ZIP code.
HUNT COUNTY FOOD PANTRIES & LOCAL SUPPORT
Commerce Bread of Life 301 Texas 224, Commerce, TX 75428 (903) 886-1515 | [email protected]
Open first Friday after the first Wednesday: 10am–12pm (seniors), 12pm–2pm (general) Third Wednesday: 5pm–8pm Drive-thru only; Photo ID & proof of address required
Community SEEDS 602 College Street, Lone Oak, TX 75453 (903) 634-5673 https://cseeds.org
Open Monday–Thursday 10am–5pm Provides utilities help, housing support, food assistance, clothing, school supplies, emergency aid, financial education, health classes, welding classes, an incubator kitchen, and transitional housing.
First Presbyterian Church / Commerce Food Pantry 1216 Monroe, Commerce, TX 75428 (904) 886-3783 http://fpc-commerce.com
Open Thursday 2pm–4pm
Lion Food Pantry – Texas A&M University-Commerce Performing Arts Center 122, Commerce, TX 75428 [email protected]
Open Tuesday & Wednesday 10am–5pm
Hunt County Shared Ministries (FISH) 2805 King Street, Greenville, TX 75401 (903) 455-0545 | [email protected]
Open Monday–Friday 9am–12pm Thursday Produce Distribution: 10:30am–12pm at 2825 Oneal Photo ID, proof of address, and clean trunk required
Lake Area Shared Ministries 8493 Texas 34, Quinlan, TX 75474 (903) 356-6744 lakeareasharedministries.org Open Monday–Wednesday & Friday 9am–12pm
Four Counties Outreach Alliance (FCOA) 15642 State Highway 160, Blue Ridge, TX 75424 (972) 752-5320 https://facebook.com/FCOAfoodpantry
Open Monday 9am–11am and 3rd Saturday 10am–12pm Documents: ID, proof of residence, and household member documents (not all required on first visit)
Salvation Army – Greenville 4912 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75402 (903) 455-1875
Hope for You 4320 US-380, Greenville, TX 75401 (817) 897-4623 https://hopeforyou.org
Clark Street Christian Church 1402 Clark Street, Greenville, TX 75401 (903) 455-3148 www.clarkstreet-gvltx.com
Hands of Compassion – First Baptist Church Behind First Baptist Church (903) 883-6199 https://fbcgreenville.org/ministries
Open Wednesday 9am–11am
MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE ABUSE & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Lakes Regional Community Center 4804 Wesley Street, Greenville, TX 75401 903-455-5770 (Option 1) | Hours 8am–5pm
Mental Health Services 4200 Stuart, Greenville, TX 903-455-3987 | Hours 8am–5pm
Substance Abuse Program 4200 Stuart, Greenville, TX 903-455-3987 Ext. 1410 Evening appointments Mon–Thurs
FORECLOSURE PREVENTION & HOUSING ASSISTANCE
Hope Hotline 1-888-995-4673 www.995hope.org
Veterans Housing Assistance 1-877-827-3702 www.va.gov/housing-assistance
Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs https://www.tdhca.texas.gov/foreclosure-prevention-preserving-dream-homeownership
COMMUNITY CHEST DIRECTORY A complete PDF of service agencies in and around Hunt County: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1655379148/commerceisdorg/rbepvuOwvzf1en8t4cvx/2019-Community-Chest1.pdf