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Offers free legal advice to the victims of the April 26 and May 21, 2024 severe storms who are experiencing legal problems due to the storms. Legal problems may include issues such as: FEMA denials, problems with insurance, landlord/tenant issues, unemployment benefits or denials, employment issues, contractor issues and identity theft. After calling 1-866-761-4692, callers will be connected to the Hotline voicemail. Callers should leave their name, phone number, brief description of their legal problem, and whether the issue is urgent. Callers will receive a call back from an experienced Iowa Legal Aid staff member to go through a screening. Callers who meet Iowa Legal Aid’s guidelines will be connected with an Iowa Legal Aid attorney.

GED (General Education Development) and ABE (Adult Basic Education) classes for those seeking to obtain their high school equivalency diploma.

ESL (English as a Second Language) classes are 'open entry' throughout the year, providing instruction in English speaking, reading, writing, and listening for adults who range in ability from absolute non-speakers of English to those who are nearly fluent.

College enrollment services:

Academic Advising provides assistance with the entry and re-entry into college (2 year or 4 year institutions), information about post-secondary education, assistance with the college application process, and assistance preparing for college entrance examinations (SAT, ACT, and Compass).

Financial Aid offers information about financial aid opportunities, assistance with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA), and scholarship search.

Provides emergency assistance with rent, utilities, mortgage, medications, and other needs.

Offers law enforcement services to the Gallatin County area. Issues gun/firearm permits, runs requested background checks, and manages the county Jail.

​Provides non-perishable food items and donated fresh produce, when available, once a month. Diapers and formula also offered, when available.

Anyone in Polk County that would like to have the food delivered to their home can call for further assistance.

Offers to assist households with window air conditioners (renters or homeowners) and also do some repairs to central air conditioners (homeowners). Must meet income guidelines for the program and have an application completed. Must have a medical need to be eligible for the program. Program runs May through September.

Works to ensure the fairness and integrity of the tax system for low-income taxpayers by educating about taxpayer rights and responsibilities, by providing free representation in tax disputes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and by identifying and advocating for issues impacting low-income taxpayers.

The amount in controversy for any tax year generally should not exceed $50,000.

The Tax Law Project does not prepare tax returns.

Operates a 24 hour crisis hotline, maintained by master's level therapists, available to those impacted by sexual assault.

Medical advocacy crisis intervention services are also available 24 hours. Trained medical advocates respond to hospital ER staff in order to provide support to those in need.

Offers support groups for individuals living with epilepsy and their families. 

Offers mental health services. Services include, general counseling, teen services, alcohol & addiction services, marriage counseling, domestic violence/sexual assault services, psychiatry  and telehealth/virtual services.

Offers to help individuals develop abilities and skills to be successful in roles within their chosen living, learning and social environments.

Offers services to help job seekers find and keep employment, services include: career coaching, job search assistance, education assistance, and referrals to community resources.

The Adult Services Department provides a wide range of services, materials, and programs to fill the informational and recreational needs of adults and young adults.

The library maintains computer access, books, paperbacks, periodicals, newspapers, indexes, electronic databases, music, audio books, videocassettes, DVDs, and more. There are special collections in the areas of memory care, law, business, career development, automotive repair, local history, Spanish language, computer help, etc. Programs and tours are available for individuals, classes, and groups. The Children's Room hosts numerous programs, ranging from movies to zoo animal visits, throughout the year.

Offers home maintenance repairs for elderly homeowners. Including, but not limited to snow removal, lawn mowing, small home repairs, roof repairs, carpentry/electrical/plumbing projects and wheel chair ramps.