Free services in Tampa

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Free SNAP and benefits application help at Feeding Tampa Bay

Mon & Fri 8:30am–5pm; Tue–Thu 8:30am–6pm

Feeding Tampa Bay Causeway Center

Feeding Tampa Bay navigators help you apply for SNAP (food stamps) and other benefits, free and confidential, walk-in or by appointment, at the Causeway Center in Tampa. They also connect people to food assistance, family services and financial assistance, and can help by phone in any language.

Verified Oct 27 · ftb.org

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Free paper shredding and medication drop-off in East Lake

Sat, Nov 14, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

East Lake High SchoolTampa

Pinellas County Consumer Protection hosts a free shred event for Fraud Awareness Week at East Lake High School, 9 to 11am or until the truck is full. Bring up to 3 boxes or bags per vehicle. The Sheriff's Office also collects unused or unwanted medication.

Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov

Catch: Only for: Pinellas County residents · Limit 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; ends early if the truck fills

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Free paper shredding and medication drop-off in Gulfport

Sat, Nov 21, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Gulfport Senior CenterTampa

Another free Fraud Awareness Week shred event from Pinellas County Consumer Protection, this time at the Gulfport Senior Center, 9 to 11am or until the truck is full. Up to 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; Gulfport Police collect unused medication.

Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov

Catch: Only for: Pinellas County residents · Limit 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; ends early if the truck fills

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ServicesFree (worth about $150)For people who qualify

Free legal consultations with Gulfcoast Legal Services at the Sunshine Center

Fourth Wednesday of each month, 1–4pm

The Sunshine CenterSt. Petersburg

Intake attorneys from Gulfcoast Legal Services, a nonprofit that provides free legal help, meet people for consultations at The Sunshine Center on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4pm. Listed by Pinellas County's Justice Coordination office. Bring proof of income; call (727) 821-0726 ext. 132 to ask what help is available for your situation.

Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov

Catch: Only for: income under 250% of the poverty level, with proof (crime victims and people 60+ may qualify regardless) · Only for: residents of Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties

ServicesFree (worth about $50)For people who qualify

Free birth certificate application help at St. Pete Free Clinic

Last Tuesday of each month, 9am–1pm

St. Pete Free ClinicSt. Petersburg

Gulfcoast Legal Services and St. Pete Free Clinic run a free monthly session to help people apply for their birth certificate: they prescreen eligibility, help fill out the application and answer questions on the spot. Last Tuesday of every month, 9am to 1pm. Useful if you need ID for a job, housing or benefits.

Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov

Catch: Applicants are prescreened for eligibility (Gulfcoast Legal generally requires income under 250% of the poverty level) · The certificate fee isn't covered on the page; ask