HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS | WEST DES MOINES HUMAN SERVICES
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.
Categories
Physical Address
139 6th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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)
Voice
Fax
(515) 222-3669
Application process
Visit website or call or visit to apply
Fee
None
Required documents
Photo ID, proof of address (current piece of mail like a utility bill or bank statement), income verification is required
Eligibility
Open to West Des Moines residents; Income eligibility requirements apply
Languages
English, Spanish
Service area
West Des Moines, Iowa
Agency info
WEST DES MOINES HUMAN SERVICES
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