Hamilton County Township Services
Last Updated: August 2026
Hamilton County is divided into nine townships, each with an elected Township Trustee. Trustees provide several local services, including Township Assistance for eligible residents who need help meeting basic necessities.
Quick Answer
Hamilton County’s nine townships are:
- Adams
- Clay
- Delaware
- Fall Creek
- Jackson
- Noblesville
- Washington
- Wayne
- White River
If you need emergency help with rent, utilities, food or another basic need, contact the Trustee for the township where you live.
Eligibility and available assistance vary by township.
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What Does a Township Trustee Do?
Indiana Township Trustees perform several local-government functions. Depending on the township, responsibilities may include:
- Administering Township Assistance
- Providing or arranging fire protection
- Maintaining certain cemeteries
- Supporting emergency services
- Managing township property
- Providing other community services
Services vary, so contact your township directly for current information.
Township Assistance
Township Assistance provides temporary help to eligible residents who cannot meet certain basic needs on their own.
Depending on the township and your circumstances, assistance may be available for:
- Rent or housing
- Utilities
- Food
- Medical needs
- Household necessities
- Other emergency basic needs
Hamilton County notes that Township Trustees are often the first place residents turn when they need emergency financial assistance.
Which Township Do I Contact?
Apply through the township where you live.
Adams Township
Includes areas around Sheridan and northern Hamilton County.
Clay Township
Includes much of Carmel.
Delaware Township
Includes portions of Fishers.
Fall Creek Township
Includes portions of southeastern Hamilton County.
Jackson Township
Includes areas around Arcadia, Atlanta and Cicero.
Noblesville Township
Includes Noblesville and surrounding areas.
Washington Township
Includes much of Westfield.
Wayne Township
Serves portions of eastern Hamilton County.
White River Township
Serves portions of northeastern Hamilton County.
If you’re unsure which township your property is in, county property records can help.
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Applying for Township Assistance
Each township has its own written eligibility standards, so requirements can vary.
Applicants may be asked to provide:
- Identification
- Proof of township residency
- Household income
- Household members
- Expenses
- Available resources
- Information about the assistance needed
Call your Township Trustee’s office first to find out exactly what documents you’ll need.
Emergency Requests
Tell the Trustee’s office immediately if your situation is urgent, such as:
- Utility disconnection
- Immediate housing loss
- Lack of food
- Another urgent basic need
Don’t wait until after a shutoff or eviction if you already know you’re facing an emergency.
You may also find additional programs through Food & Community Support or Utilities Help.
What If Assistance Is Denied?
Township Assistance isn’t automatic. The Trustee reviews your application under the township’s eligibility standards.
If assistance is denied, Indiana provides an appeal process for Township Assistance decisions.
Pay attention to the instructions and appeal deadline included with a written denial.
Other Township Services
Township Trustees may also oversee or support services such as:
- Fire protection
- Cemetery maintenance
- Parks or community facilities
- Emergency services
- Community programs
Available services differ considerably among Hamilton County’s nine townships.
Local Tips
- Contact the township where you actually live, not simply the closest township office.
- Call before visiting to ask what documents you’ll need.
- Tell the office immediately if you’re facing a utility shutoff or housing emergency.
- Bring proof of residency, income and expenses when requested.
- Ask about other local resources if the township can’t provide the help you need.
- Use Property Records or GIS Maps if you’re unsure which township you’re in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Township Assistance?
Township Assistance is an Indiana program administered by Township Trustees to help eligible residents who can’t meet certain basic necessities.
Can a Township Trustee help with rent?
Potentially. Housing assistance may be available depending on eligibility and the township’s guidelines.
Can a Trustee help with utilities?
Potentially. Utility assistance is a common type of Township Assistance for qualifying residents.
Do I have to live in the township?
Yes. You should apply through the Trustee for the township where you reside.
What if I don’t know my township?
Check your Property Records or use Hamilton County GIS Maps to help identify your township.
Can I appeal if I’m denied assistance?
Yes. Indiana provides an appeal process for Township Assistance decisions.
Related Pages
→ Utilities Help
→ Property Records
→ GIS Maps
Official Resources
Indiana Township Government
State information about Township Trustees and township government.
Indiana State Board of Accounts – Township Information
Indiana Township Assistance
State information and resources related to Township Assistance.
Indiana Township Assistance Resources
Hamilton County Government
County government information and local resources.
Summary
Hamilton County’s nine Township Trustees provide local services and administer Township Assistance for eligible residents who need help with basic necessities.
If you need help with housing, utilities, food or another essential need, start by determining which township you live in and contacting that Trustee’s office.
You can also find additional assistance through Food & Community Support and Utilities Help.