Temporary Assistance for Needy Families 

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is designed to help families with basic needs.

• TANF Cash Help for Families 
• One-Time TANF for Families in Crisis 

Temporary Housing Assistance 

• South Side Community Center 

Housing and Rent Assistance

• San Marcos Housing Authority Section
• 811 Project Rental Assistance Program ​
• South Side Community Center Specific Assistance
• Texas Health and Human Services Affordable Housing Resources​
• Homelessness Prevention Office San Marcos

Utility Assistance

• Community Action Inc. of Central Texas ​
• South Side Community Center Specific Assistance

Legal Aid Services 

• Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas

Employment Assistance

• Rural Capital Area Workforce Development Board ​(Upcoming Job Fairs and Events)
• Gary Job Corps Center, San Marcos 

Barnabas Connection, Wimberley United Methodist Church

What: Barnabas Connection, Wimberley United Methodist Church
Where: Wimberley, Texas 78676.
Contact: (512) 847-1664.

• Applicants must live in the WISD area to receive financial support, however for people that don’t, they have a data bank of resources for Hays County as well.
• The charity organization provides limited payment assistance for mortgages, medical bills, rent, and prescription drugs. Some money may be offered for utility bills too, including gas, electric, and water.
• Provides free vouchers to be used to pay for gas, clothing and more.