Portage Township Trustee Office
Here for you in your time of need.
2026 Community Survey Results
After hundreds of responses, you made your voices heard from across the community. We want you to know we are listening, and your feedback will help shape the future of the Portage Township Trustee Office. Thank you to everyone who participated in letting us know the critical issues they face as residents every day. To access the results of our 2026 Community Survey, please click on the button below.
WHo we are
The Portage Township Trustee Office is committed to helping individuals and families facing moments of crisis in our community.
Our goal is to help as many people as possible build stronger futures for themselves.
Stop by our office located at 340 Columbia Street in downtown South Bend, just behind the post office, or give us a call at 574-233-2126.
How we can help
The Portage Township Trustee’s Office is responsible for providing financial assistance to qualifying township residents in need in accordance with Indiana state statute and eligibility standards and procedures adopted annually by the Portage Township Board.
Rental and Housing Assistance
We can help provide aid for housing, mobile homes, apartments, or the rooms in which you live.
Utility Assistance
We can help with the payment of water, gas, sewer, heating, and electric services. We may also be able to help with the payment of delinquent bills to prevent termination or to restore terminated service.
Miscellaneous
If applicable, we can provide assistance with certain food costs, baby essentials, clothing, cremation services, and specific medical services.
Success Story
Sometimes, despite all your best efforts and doing the right things, a crisis hits, and you need a little help. That’s where we step in.Listen to how the Cooper family was able to overcome their temporary setback and can now enjoy a brighter future with a little help from the Portage Township Trustee.
Get In Touch
Fill out the form below with your contact information and a brief message and someone at the Portage Township Trustee will review your message and follow-up if necessary. Please make sure to leave a phone number and/or email address in the “Message” section to allow a member of our staff to contact you.
Applications for Township Assistance must be done in person by visiting our office and cannot be done by using this form.
By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from Portage Township. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
Portage Township - St. Joseph County
(opens in a new tab)Portage Township represents the majority of the city of South Bend. Jason Critchlow is the current Portage Township Trustee.
CONTACT
Township Office:
340 Columbia Ave
South Bend, IN 46601
O: (574) 233-2126
F: (574) 233-2144
info@portagetownship71.in.gov