Welcome to Help Me, Hillsborough! This is the resource page that has the information you need when you need help in the place you live. Find your closest Community Resource Center or contact the Call Center at (813) 272-5220 for additional assistance.
Housing Assistance
Here, you will find resources related to affordable housing, rental and housing assistance, evictions and disputes with landlords, the Tenant's Bill of Rights Ordinance, and more.
Affordable Housing
Find resources to help with financial assistance for home repairs, down payments, rental and housing needs, as well as other information on affordable housing needs, such as fair housing and federal reporting notices.
Facing Eviction?
Do you need assistance solving a dispute with a landlord or are you facing eviction? Find resources through the Housing Stability Program.
Rental and Housing Assistance
To help prevent homelessness, Hillsborough County offers limited rental payment assistance to eligible households, including home mortgage and apartment rental assistance to avoid foreclosures and evictions, mobile home assistance, and lot rent. Learn more and apply for rental and housing assistance.
Residential Tenant Protection
Be aware of the protections available to tenants living in unincorporated Hillsborough County. These include protection from income discrimination and allow for more affordable housing opportunities, shielding residents from the possibility of homelessness.
Utilities Assistance
Hillsborough County has programs available to help you pay for energy bills so you don't have to choose between electricity and groceries.
Need help paying your water bill? Hillsborough County can assist! The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) helps Hillsborough County residents pay for water and wastewater bills
Home Repair Assistance
Hillsborough County, local municipalities, and the State of Florida offer programs to assist homeowners with repairs. Take a look at this comprehensive list of home repair resources to learn more about available opportunities.
Homeless Assistance
Homeless & Community Services works in collaboration with the Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative (THHI) and the Continuum of Care to provide resources to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, leading them to self-sufficiency.
Cold Weather Shelters
Find cold weather shelter information providing emergency, short-term residence for a family or individuals during cold weather events.
Food Pantry
Feeding Tampa Bay offers a variety of food assistance options.
Senior Assistance
Hillsborough County offers numerous services designed to enhance the lives of adults ages 50 and over, from active adult programming and in-home services to hot meal delivery and referral services.
Aging Services
Aging Services offers numerous services designed to enhance the lives of older adults age 50 and over, from active adult programming and in-home services to hot meals and referral services.
Find a Senior Center
A place to gather, learn, and enjoy free activities designed for today’s active seniors.
Door-to-Door Transportation on Sunshine Line
Transportation is provided for medical and social service appointments, grocery trips, health and wellness, personal business, and more.
Meal Plan
Hillsborough County promotes better health and good eating habits for those age 60 and older by providing various nutritious meal options.
Business Assistance
Hillsborough County builds prosperity by helping local businesses succeed. Check out these resources for potential business owners, current business owners, and their employees.
Minorities, Women, and Small Business
Targeted programs to help minority or woman-owned businesses flourish.
Entrepreneur Collaborative Center
The Entrepreneur Collaborative Center (ECC) was established by the Hillsborough County Economic Development department in 2014 to provide entrepreneurs easy access to business service providers, resources, mentorship, and specialty training.
Artists
The Arts Council division provides a unified voice for all cultural organizations and activities in the Tampa and Hillsborough County region, and connects artists with grants and opportunities.
Resources and Training
Get connected with the knowledge and resources you need to grow your small business.
Children & Family Assistance
Great information and resources for families with children, including counseling, child care and enrichment, educational opportunities, scholarship opportunities, and more.
Summer Camp Financial Assistance
If your child currently has a reduced or free lunch letter, you may qualify for a fee reduction for after-school and summer camp programs.
Head Start/Early Head Start
The Head Start program is available for children from low-income families between 3 and 5 years old, including those with special needs. Early Head Start is for children up to 3 years old; Head Start is for children 3-5 years old.
Child Care
Hillsborough County licenses and carefully inspects child care providers to ensure your little ones are in good hands when they are out of your sight.
Education and Schools
Hillsborough County can help you build a strong educational foundation for your children that prepares them for success in school and life.
Hillsborough County's Community Action Board Scholarship program offers scholarships worth up to $5,000 each to eligible students wishing to continue their post-secondary education.
Children and Families in need of Residential Respite
Find information for children and families in need of residential programs or community counseling services.
Health Care Assistance
The Hillsborough County Health Care Plan offers affordable medical and dental care for those who can’t afford traditional medical insurance and meet the program qualifications.
Patient Assistance
The Patient Assistance Program (PAP) provides people who have limited incomes with free or low-cost prescription drugs from the drug manufacturer.
Healthy Living Program
The Healthy Living Program offers comprehensive resources to support the well-being of Hillsborough County Health Care Plan members, Hillsborough County residents, and Hillsborough County employees.
Veterans Assistance
Hillsborough County proudly serves the nearly 98,000 Veterans who call the county home. With Florida’s largest population of Veterans, Hillsborough County aims to ensure that all former military service members and their families can access resources and navigate benefits.
Find Veterans Services
Hillsborough County's Veterans Services assists Veterans, their dependents, and survivors in accessing federal, state, and local benefits. There is never a fee to receive services or visit any of our Veterans Service Offices.
Veterans Council
The objective of the Veterans Council of Hillsborough County, Inc. is to serve as a local affiliate of military veterans organizations, to act as liaison between County Government and Veterans Organizations on actions affecting Veterans and Veterans benefits.