General Assistance | Cerro Gordo County Offices
220 North Washington Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401
Eligibility
Must be ages 18 or older, county resident and meet income guidelines
Required documents
Financial statements, photo ID and social security card
(641) 421-3085
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitehttps://cerrogordo.gov/
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call or visit the office
Fees
None
Service area
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Provides assistance on a temporary basis for a limited time for basic needs that may include rent/lot rent, interest on mortgage, utilities-gas, electric, water; food vouchers for clients who are unable to work. Cannot be on Subsidized Housing, a student, receive Social Security, or a Veteran.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/17/2026
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Cerro Gordo County Offices
Provides county government services to the Cerro Gordo County area.