I have a place where I want users to submit emails for newsletter subs and a place to submit an entire contact form. Zero php knowledge outside of know that it can do what I need.
Check out FormToEmail. From their site:
FormToEmail is a PHP form mail script. It comes in a free version and a Pro version. It processes web forms and sends the contents of the form to you by email. It will process any form. It doesn't make forms but it comes with HTML code for a basic contact form that you can use on your website. It is very secure and cannot be hijacked by spammers. It is very simple to install, you only need to add your email address to it. Step-by-step instructions written in plain English.