Walnut Township Trustee
7419 East 500 South
New Ross, IN 47968

Phone: 765-366-1076

Trustee: Tyler Baumgarden

Hours of Operation: By appointment

Intake Procedure: Call to schedule an appointment.

Eligibility Requirements: Living within the townships of Waynetown and New Ross with financial need based on assessment. Able to provide documentation of income and expenses for all household members.

May be able to assist township residents who are experiencing an unexpected crisis with basic needs, such as:

• Essential utilities
• Burial/Cremation expenses
• Housing expense
• Work/Medical transportation
• Food/Clothing
• Necessary medications/medical care 

Assistance is at the discretion of the trustee. Denials can be appealed to the county commissioner; information on appealing is included in the denial letter.