Community Resources and Support Programs

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Mesa Salvation Army
480-962-9103
241 E 6 St. Bldg. 3

Paz De Cristo Community Center
480-464-2370
Food, clothing, and other supportive services

St. Vincent de Paul
49 W Broadway Rd.
Hot daily meal services

United Food Bank
480-926-4897

Limited Income Senior Rate Program
A 30% discount on the Water Service Rate for seniors with a limited income.

Mesa Community Action Network
Offers a payment assistance program for utilities and a weatherization program for the repair/replacement of utility-related appliances and systems. The Mesa Community Action Network can help you decrease your energy costs.

Aster Aging
Provides older adults (age 60+) with resource navigation support and benefits enrollment assistance, including help with utility bills, food programs, health resources, social services, and more.

Summer Electric Assistance Program
Utility help program for income-qualified customers residing in Mesa's Electric Service Area and receiving their electric service from the City (not SRP).

Security and Utility Deposit Program
This program aids low-income Mesa families and individuals with the refundable portion of their security deposit and utility deposit. In order to qualify, families and individuals will need to be approved for eligibility. Payments are made directly to the landlord and utility provider.

• Eligibility is based on income requirement limits at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).
• Security Deposit and Utility Deposit applications and required documentation must be submitted to the Mesa Housing Authority office.
• Utility Deposit application, if being requested, must accompany a Security Deposit application.
• Landlord and utility providers must be willing to accept a "letter of intent" for payment guarantee.
• All units must be inspected before the assistance can be finalized.
  • Qualifications(PDF, 297KB)
  • Online Application
  • Printable Application(PDF, 249KB)

Housing (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist)

Homeless Resources

Tenants Eviction Assistance
If you have been affected by COVID-19 and fear eviction, have been sued for eviction, or have a judgment against you, contact Community Legal Services at 602-385-8880. They will provide no-cost legal assistance to help with your eviction problems.

Emergency Rehabilitation Program
Federal assistance through a grant to address household repairs that affect the immediate livability of the home. Repairs are limited, and help is based on the priority of the emergency.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Assisting residents experiencing difficulties in maintaining the exterior of their homes.

Tool Lending Program
Residents can borrow a variety of tools, free of charge, for home projects.

Mesa Recreation Scholarship
This fee assistance program allows eligible residents to participate in quality youth and adaptive recreation activities at a 50% discount. Eligibility for the program is determined by completing an application and supplying any necessary documentation before registering for programs. 

Arizona Museum of Natural History (AZMNH)
EBT cardholders can receive a discounted museum admission of $2 per person for up to 6 family members. Eligible visitors need to provide a valid state-issued driver's license or ID card that matches the name on the EBT card. AZMNH discounted rate is possible through the Museums for All signature access program.

idea Museum
EBT or WIC cardholders can receive a family museum membership for $20 for six people for one year. These memberships are limited.

Mesa Arts Center
Mesa residents can apply for 50% off studio classes through the Mesa Arts Center fee assistance program.

Additionally, youth and teens can apply to receive 2 free classes/camps/workshops a year, if they qualify, through the Nancy Wolter Scholarship Fund. Scholarship awardees do not have to be Mesa residents. Visit the Art Studios Info page and look under “Ways to Save” to learn how to apply for either discount program. 

Mesa Family Resource Center
The Mesa Family Resource Center is a community hub for families with children ages birth to five and will include a wide range of free parenting activities, referrals to support and resources geared towards supporting a child’s optimal health and development, and community resources.

Immunizations
Free immunizations to eligible children from birth to age 18.Free Flu shots (ONLY) for anyone ages 6 months and up at the clinics October through February.

Prescription Discount Card Program
Free prescription drug discount cards are available to Mesa residents through a program sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC). The discount cards offer residents average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs. PLEASE NOTE: The discount only applies to prescriptions not already covered in full/part by insurance.

The discount cards may be used by all residents of Mesa and has no restrictions based on the resident's age, income level, or existing health coverage. The card can be used when purchasing prescription drugs at many pharmacies in Mesa, as well as at more than 59,000 participating retail pharmacies across the country. 

Call toll-free 888-620-1749 or visit www.caremark.com/nlc for assistance with the program.