URIDA lists 59 programs for people in Kansas: 46 from government agencies, 13 from nonprofits, foundations, utilities and other private groups. Each one was checked against its official page. Some serve only part of the state, and dates and rules change, so look on the official page before you apply.
URIDA is not a government agency. Each program's operator takes applications and decides eligibility.
Rules and ways to apply show what the official pages name, and there can be others. Words in quotation marks are copied from the official page. FPL means the federal poverty level.
Cross-Lines Community Outreach - Community Kitchen and Community Market (Kansas City, Kansas)
Run by Cross-Lines Community Outreach
Who it is for
Kansas City, Kansas (Wyandotte County): the Community Kitchen serves meals in its dining room at 646 South 7th St.; 'Currently, our Community Market is only assisting residents of Wyandotte County.'
Just Food (Douglas County) - food pantry, Cruising Cupboard and delivery
Run by Just Food
Who it is for
Douglas County, Kansas: 'Just Food provides access to healthy food, diapers, and other basic needs to anyone in Douglas County.' Delivery is for persons with a disability, chronic illness or health condition, homebound persons, or persons with no pick-up proxy options.
Kansas WIC: For Families (eligibility and how to apply)
Run by Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Nutrition & WIC Services
Who it is for
Kansas residents who are pregnant, breastfeeding (up to baby's first birthday), non-breastfeeding mothers up to six months after baby's birth, and infants and children under five years old, who meet WIC income guidelines and have a medical or nutritional need.
Topeka Rescue Mission (TRM Ministries) homeless shelters and services
Run by Topeka Rescue Mission (TRM Ministries)
Who it is for
Topeka, Kansas: people experiencing homelessness (Men's Shelter for men; Hope Center for women, children and families); Street Reach serves unsheltered people in the Topeka area.
Run by Wichita Housing Authority (WHA), City of Wichita
Who it is for
Wichita, Kansas area: WHA serves Sedgwick, Harvey (with the exception of the City of Newton), and Butler Counties; eligible persons may rent a unit within the Wichita City limits; head of household at least 18 (or emancipated minor) with income within HUD limits.
Johnson County Utility Assistance (water, electric, gas, wastewater, propane)
Run by Johnson County Aging and Human Services (Johnson County Human Services)
Who it is for
Johnson County, Kansas: must be a Johnson County resident at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. $2,660.00 monthly for 1 person, $5,500.00 for 4, 2026 levels)
Weatherization Assistance Program (Kansas Housing Resources Corporation)
Run by Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC)
Who it is for
Kansas households that occupy the home with active utilities and either had a member receive TAF, SSI or LIEAP in the last 12 months or have income at or below 200% of FPL (e.g. $31,920 for 1 person, $66,000 for 4); homes weatherized in the past 15 years are disqualified.
Early Detection Works (EDW) - Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Who it is for
Kansas women who live in Kansas; ages 21-64 (cervical), 40-64 (breast), 35-64 (chronic disease screenings); household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level ($39,900.00 a year for 1 person); no or limited insurance; not on KanCare (Medicaid) or Medicare Part B.
Kansas Cares - free Health Insurance Marketplace Navigator help
Run by Thrive Allen County
Who it is for
Kansas statewide: 'Certified Navigators across the state are available free of charge' for people looking for health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Kansas Special Health Care Needs (SHCN) program for children
Run by Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Special Health Care Needs
Who it is for
Children who are residents of Kansas, from birth through age 21, with a qualifying medical condition (Kansas Special Health Care Needs Decision Schema). 'Receipt of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is considered an automatic qualifier for program eligibility.'
Run by Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Tobacco Use Prevention Program
Who it is for
Kansas statewide: 'FREE help is available to all Kansans through the Kansas Tobacco Quitline.' Tailored coaching programs are listed for Youth (13-17 yrs old), American Indian, Behavioral Health and Substance Use and Pregnancy.
Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK)
Run by Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), Services & Programs
Who it is for
Kansas statewide: offered to Kansans; 'SHICK has counselors throughout the state'. Training covers Medicare, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Long-Term Care and other health insurance subjects that concern older Kansans.
Run by Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Prevention and Protection Services
Who it is for
Families that reside in Kansas, are at risk for having children placed in foster care, have a parent/caregiver available to protect the children, and are willing and able to participate; may also be offered to pregnant women using substances.
Run by Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Who it is for
Kansas SNAP Food Assistance recipients; participation is required for recipients age 18-59 who do not have children under the age of 14 on their SNAP case and are not working 30 hours or more per week.
WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker - Workforce Centers of South Central Kansas
Run by Workforce Centers of South Central Kansas (KANSASWORKS)
Who it is for
South Central Kansas centers (Wichita, Butler, Cowley, Sumner). Adult: 18+, U.S. citizen or authorized to work, Selective Service compliant, and a priority category (low income, public assistance, disability with low income, basic skills deficient). Dislocated Worker: laid off and UI-eligible.
Kansas residents enrolled full-time at twenty independent colleges and universities in Kansas, the six public universities, and Washburn University; based on financial need according to federal methodology.
Kansas HS/GED graduates within 12 months, OR Kansas residents for the preceding 3 years, OR certain military dependents, OR those in KS DCF custody in grades 9-12; U.S. citizens; household income $100,000 or less (1-2), $150,000 or less (3), +$4,800 per added member.
Kansas statewide: people living in long-term care facilities (nursing homes, assisted living facilities, board and care homes, home plus facilities, adult day care centers, and residential health care facilities) 'throughout Kansas', and their loved ones.
Midland Care Meals on Wheels (Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas counties)
Run by Midland Care (Midland Care Connection, Inc.), Meals on Wheels
Who it is for
Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas counties, Kansas. Eligibility lists persons 60 or older who are homebound, isolated, or a caretaker; a spouse of an eligible participant; and registered congregate meal participants who need home-delivered meals due to illness or a health condition.
Kansas ABLE Savings Program (and $100 Kansas ABLE Empowerment Grant)
Run by Kansas State Treasurer (Office of the Kansas State Treasurer)
Who it is for
Kansans living with a disability that occurred before age 46 with 'marked and severe functional limitations'; people on SSI and/or SSDI with onset before 46 are automatically eligible. The $100 grant is for ABLE account eligible individuals residing in Kansas.
Services for Kansans who are blind or visually impaired (DCF Rehabilitation Services)
Run by Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Who it is for
Kansans who are blind or visually impaired; the Older Blind Independent Living Program is for Kansans age 55 or older who experience blindness or visual impairments; BEP is for persons who are legally blind.
Kansas users with household income less than 250% of the federal poverty level, liquid assets not exceeding $10,000, not incarcerated, and not asking about criminal law matters; users must provide name, county, and zip code.
Kansas Legal Services - free or low cost civil legal help
Run by Kansas Legal Services, Inc. (KLS)
Who it is for
Kansas statewide (KLS serves people 'across all 105 counties in Kansas'): free or low cost civil legal advice and representation for persons whose incomes make them eligible; eligibility is determined by talking with an Intake Specialist. Elder Law Hotline for any Kansan over 60.
Child Support Services (CSS)Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF), Kansas Child Support Services; checked November 11, 2026
Tax credits (3)
Kansas Homestead Refund Program (Form K-40H)
Run by Kansas Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Kansas residents all of 2025; household income $43,389 or less; owned and occupied a Kansas home in 2025 valued at not more than $350,000; and age 55+ all of 2025, OR blind or totally and permanently disabled, OR a dependent child under 18, OR a disabled veteran or listed surviving spouse.
Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors (SAFESR, Form K-40PT)
Run by Kansas Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Kansas residents aged 65 years or older for all of 2025 (born before January 1, 1960), Kansas residents the entire year of 2025, household income of $25,380 or less, who owned and occupied a home in Kansas during 2025 valued at not more than $350,000.
Kansas Property Tax Relief for Seniors and Disabled Veterans (Form K-40SVR)
Run by Kansas Department of Revenue
Who it is for
Kansas residents all of 2025; household income $58,041 or less for 2025; owned and occupied a Kansas home in 2025 valued at not more than $350,000 in the base year; and age 65+ or a disabled veteran for the entire base year, or the surviving spouse of a claimant receiving K-40SVR.
Run by Wichita Transit (City of Wichita), Paratransit Division
Who it is for
Wichita, Kansas: people with physical, cognitive, or visual disabilities who are functionally unable to use Wichita Transit's fixed-route bus service independently (ADA paratransit eligibility). Extended evening service is available within 3/4 of a mile from fixed routes.
Area
This program may cover only part of Kansas. Look on the official page for the area it serves.
Kansas households on SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, Veterans or Survivors Pension, or listed tribal programs, or with income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (2026: $21,546 for one). The Kansas portion ($7.77) is for phone service only.
Kansas Small Business Development Center (SBDC) - free business advising
Run by Kansas Small Business Development Center network
Who it is for
Kansas small businesses at all stages (people thinking of starting a business, owners growing a business, owners ready to exit), in industries that meet SBA eligibility guidelines; not businesses involved in illegal activities.
Kansas Department of Insurance - Storm and Flood consumer help (Consumer Assistance Division hotline)
Run by Kansas Department of Insurance, Consumer Assistance Division
Who it is for
Kansas consumers with questions about storm, flood, home, renters or auto insurance coverage and claims; the hotline 800-432-2484 is 'in Kansas only' (785-296-3071 for out-of-state callers).