Low-Income Resources in Wyoming

This page is a public directory of programs that may help with food support, housing and utilities, child and family care, healthcare resources, and crisis services. Availability and eligibility vary by program. If something looks outdated, please let us know.

Food resources
Housing and utilities
Child and family care
Healthcare resources
Crisis care
Debt help

Food resources

If you need help with groceries, start with SNAP (Food Assistance) in Wyoming. For WIC and local food pantries, the resources below can help you find a clear starting point. If you are unsure where to begin, see the Crisis care section for Wyoming 211.

SNAP (Food Assistance) — Wyoming Department of Family Services

Helps with: Monthly food benefits for eligible households.
How to start: Apply online through the Wyoming Eligibility System or contact DFS.

Apply: Wyoming Connect
Program details: Wyoming SNAP
Customer service: 307-777-5846

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) — Wyoming Department of Health

Helps with: Nutrition support, breastfeeding assistance, and referrals for eligible families.
How to start: Find a local WIC clinic and schedule an appointment.

Find WIC: Wyoming WIC
WIC Hotline: 307-777-7494

Find a food pantry — Food Bank of Wyoming

Helps with: Locating food pantries, meal programs, and mobile distributions across Wyoming.
How to start: Search by location or browse partner agencies.

Food Bank of Wyoming: Find food

Housing and utilities

If housing or utility bills are the main concern, Wyoming routes many assistance programs through state agencies and local partners. Energy assistance and rental help are typically administered locally.

Energy assistance (LIHEAP) — Wyoming Department of Family Services

Helps with: Help paying heating and cooling energy bills for eligible households.
How to start: Apply online or contact your local LIHEAP provider.

Housing assistance — Wyoming Community Development Authority

Helps with: Rental assistance programs, housing resources, and homebuyer/renter information.
How to start: Review housing programs and local options.

Wyoming Community Development Authority

Tenant rights and eviction information — Wyoming Judicial Branch

Helps with: Plain-language information on tenant rights and eviction court processes.
How to start: Review landlord-tenant resources and legal guides.

Wyoming landlord-tenant resources

Child and family care

Families may need help with child care costs or temporary cash assistance. Wyoming’s programs are generally accessed through the Department of Family Services.

Child Care Subsidy Program — Wyoming Department of Family Services

Helps with: Assistance paying for child care for eligible families who are working or in training.
How to start: Apply online or contact your local DFS office.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) — Wyoming DFS

Helps with: Temporary cash assistance and employment support for eligible families with children.
How to start: Apply online or through a local DFS office.

Healthcare resources

If healthcare coverage or medical costs are a concern, Wyoming Medicaid provides free or low-cost coverage for eligible residents. You can apply online through the state portal. Community health centers may also offer low-cost care.

Wyoming Medicaid — Department of Health

Helps with: Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Wyoming residents.
How to start: Apply online through the Wyoming Eligibility System.

Apply: Wyoming Connect
Program details: About Wyoming Medicaid

Find a community health center — HRSA

Helps with: Locating federally supported clinics that often offer sliding-fee services.
How to start: Search by ZIP code or city.

HRSA Find a Health Center

Crisis care

If you or someone in your household is in immediate danger, call 911. If you need urgent emotional support or help finding local services, the resources below can help you find the right next step.

Wyoming 211

Helps with: Local referrals for food, housing, utilities, childcare, healthcare, and crisis services.
How to start: Dial 211 or use the website.

Dial: 2-1-1
Toll-free: 800-994-5544
Wyoming 211

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Helps with: Free, confidential support for mental health or emotional crisis.
How to start: Call or text 988, or use chat.

Call or text: 988
988 Lifeline website

Wyoming Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline

Helps with: Support, safety planning, and local referrals for domestic or sexual violence.
How to start: Call for confidential help.

Call: 800-799-7233
Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA)

Helps with: Crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to disasters.
How to start: Call or text.

Call or text: 800-985-5990
Text: TalkWithUs to 66746
Helpline details

If debt is part of the picture

Many people looking for assistance are also dealing with credit card balances, collections, payday loans, or medical bills. If you want a calm review of options, Money Fit offers nonprofit credit counseling and education. We’ll help you understand what’s realistic, without pressure.

Talk with Money Fit Debt management plan help Payday loan help

Note: Program availability and eligibility vary. Money Fit does not provide cash assistance and cannot guarantee outcomes.

Last reviewed: January 2026 | URL: /low-income/wyoming/