ACO Application for Collin County Residents
We will review your application and documents. We will contact you within 2-4 business days regarding your application.
ACO Services and Programs
Food Support
Drive-thru Food Pantry
The Food Pantry provides groceries for Collin County individuals and families in need. Any Collin County families can come to ACO’s 801 E. Main Street drive-thru location on:
- Tuesdays 9AM – 11AM and 5PM – 7PM
- Thursdays 9AM – 11AM
- Saturdays 9AM – 11AM
- Proof of Collin County residency is required. A punch card will be provided in the drive-thru service line.
Emergency Food Supplies
Sometimes the need for food is NOW. For those extreme situations ACO’s 801 E. Main Street location stocks a limited number of basic food supplies in our main office. If you are in need of emergency food, call ACO’s office at (972)-727-9131.
Housing (Mortgage and Rent) Assistance
Mortgage and rent assistance is available for Collin County residents who qualify. If you need emergency shelter, call ACO (972) 727-9131 so we can help you with a referral.
Utility (Electric and Natural Gas) Financial Assistance
Utility assistance is available for Collin County residents who qualify. ACO works with many Utility providers including TXU Energy CoServ, Atmos, and many more. Assistance may be available for non- Collin County residents that have TXU Energy, CoServ and Atmos.
Health-related Financial Assistance
ACO provides financial assistance for medical sick visits, prescriptions, lab work, and X-Rays for Collin County individuals who qualify.
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
The number one reason many of our neighbors need ACO services is unemployment and underemployment. ACO has a staff of professionals who can help you define your skills, detail your experience, revise your resume, and prepare for interviews, etc. The Employment Services are available for Collin County residents 18 years or older. Please consider using the two job search sites below:
EDUCATION SERVICES
GED Assistance
ACO provides Collin County residents that have not obtained a high school diploma an opportunity to receive the following:
- Online study prep courses
- Computer lab space and time
- Academic Support/Tutoring
- GED Testing Fee Support
Requirements- Cannot be enrolled in a public, private, home, online or charter high school. If 17 years old or younger, you need Texas Education Agency approval to enroll in a GED preparatory class
Higher Education Assistance
- Financial Aid Application Assistance
- Scholarship Application Assistance
- Professional Certification Application Assistance
Financial Coaching Services
ACO provides financial coaching to help you become more financially stable. Here are a few of the tools offered:
- Develop income and expense budgets that align with your goals and income level
- Improve your Credit Scores and credit building
- Strategies to paydown and off debt
- Develop savings plans
- Assist with making informed financial decisions
Special ACO Programs
Cares Center
Hours
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The ACO Cares Center allows clients to shop for select clothing, household necessities, small appliances and personal hygiene products while receiving personalized assistance. A large variety of clothing and items will be available, all in top condition and variety, in stylish options for all ages and needs.
Kids Summer Food
Our Food Pantry also offers families with children enrolled in school and participating in the free or reduced lunch program summer food assistance through our Kids Summer Food program for as long as supplies last. All school aged residents of Collin County can participate in our Kids Summer Food program. Distribution is during the summer months.
Back to School Bash
Back to School Bash provides students enrolled in Collin County ISD schools from PreK-8th grade backpacks and school supplies.
ACO North Pole Toy Distribution
ACO North Pole Toy Distribution provides toys and gifts for Collin County children ages 0 to 16. The event is hosted each Holiday Season.
Additional Crisis Resources for Collin County Families
- FEMA- Aid from Severe Winter Storms
- DLA- Disaster Loan Assistance
- AISD- Mental Health Support Resources
- SNAP- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
- Emergency Rental Assistance Program for 2021 (A Collin County Program)
Please return to the top of this page to complete the Online ACO application.