HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS | WEST DES MOINES HUMAN SERVICES
139 6th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Eligibility
Open to West Des Moines residents; Income eligibility requirements apply
Required documents
Photo ID, proof of address (current piece of mail like a utility bill or bank statement), income verification is required
Hours
Applications for holiday food assistance and Giftland (for children up to age 18) are due before Nov 14, 2025
Online registration only dates Oct 20 to Oct 31
Online and in-person registration available Nov 1 to Nov 14 (5 pm deadline)
Walk-in dates Nov 1 to Nov 14 (Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 pm)
(515) 222-3660
Voice
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Visit website or call or visit to apply
Fees
None
Service area
West Des Moines, Iowa
Description
Holiday assistance is available to income-eligible West Des Moines residents.
Applications for December 2025 food assistance and Giftland Program (for children up to age 18) will follow the deadlines listed in the Hours below.
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Providing organization
WEST DES MOINES HUMAN SERVICES
Information, outreach and referral services.