Welcome to the Round Rock Area Serving Center’s online application system for food, clothing and financial assistance.
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
Our system will be closed every night for updates. Our Online Application will be open during business hours from Monday to Thursday from 10AM to 5PM and Friday from 10AM to 4PM. Our online system will be closed during holidays. We do not process applications on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.
Before you apply, please read our Frequently Asked Questions on how to activate your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Do I need to create an account to receive assistance?
Yes. Please follow the steps at the “I’m New” section of the application. Once you have created a new account, our case workers will look at your file. If you are a returning client, follow the steps at the “I’m a returning client” section. If you are unable to access the online application, please call 512-244-2431 for further assistance.
2) I just created an account, What's next?
Once that is completed, please use the “Add New Request” button and follow the questions. Once completed, you should have status of the request in the dashboard.
3) The system won’t let me set up a password. What can I do?
Please make sure you are following the instructions while creating a password. You will need to meet the password requirements in order to maintain your account safe. Please make sure you use 8 or more characters with a mix of letters, numbers & symbols. If you created your account but forgot your password, please click “Forgot Password” under “I’m a returning client” section.
4) I haven’t received an Activation Code, what do I do?
If you have the Activation Window open, please DO NOT close it. Please wait at least 10 minutes or check your SPAM folder. If you believe your Activation Code is taking too much time, please click the link that says “Resend my confirmation code”. IMPORTANT! Please make sure you use a valid email. Do not create another account. All duplicate accounts will be automatically deleted and marked as suspicious by our system.
5) I have tried “forgot password” but it says my email isn’t registered. What can I do?
If you have already created an account in our system and forgot your password, you should receive an email with an OTP (One Time Passcode) so you can reset your password. If your account has been deactivated, please call 512-244-2431 for further instruction and/or set up an appointment.
6) When I try to login after creating my account, it says “Account Not Activated”. What do I do?
If you created an account in our system and forgot your password, you should receive an email with an OTP (One Time Passcode) so you can reset your password. If your account has been deactivated, please call 512-244-2431 for further instruction and/or set up an appointment. IMPORTANT! Do not create another account. All duplicate accounts will be automatically deactivated and marked as suspicious by our system.
7) How can I add requests?
In order to upload multiple requests, follow the steps as shown below: Step 1: Click “Add New Case”. Repeat this as many times as needed to upload the cases needed. Step 2: Once all your cases have been added into the window, click the “Upload” button. Once they have been uploaded, the button will change to “Uploaded”.
8) How do I know my request has been received by a case worker?
Once your request has been completed, you will see in your dashboard your request with a NEW status. Once a case worker starts working on your request, you will see the status changed as PROCESSING. Your request will be processed in the order it is received.
9) TEFAP Participants Rights and Responsibilities
USDA Non-Discrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
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