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Saint Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministry - Basilica of Saint Mary

1600 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Eligibility

Residents of Minneapolis

Required documents

- Bring photo ID and current piece of mail or documentation indicating where staying/living those staying in a shelter must bring a shelter verification letter - Must show letter of hire for bus card - Must have valid driver's license for gas card

Hours

- Basilica Church: 9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday - Cell Phone: 9:30 am - 11:30 am Tuesday and Thursday

Application process

- All Services: Call and request assistance; if after hours, leave a message with name and phone number - Cell Phone: Walk in for services; line up by 9 am as quantity is limited, on a first-come, first-serve basis

Fees

$30 for cell phone

Service area

Minneapolis, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Description

Provides the following services once every 12 months: - Discounted Cell Phones: A representative from Open Access Connections is available 9:30 am - 11:30 am Tuesdays, except the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Helps clients with applying for a discounted $30 cell phone and/or voicemail number/box. NOTE: The Basilica does not provide the cell phones or help with the $30 cost of the cell phone. - Gas Cards: $20 maximum to Speedway. A valid drivers license is required. - Vouchers: Provides vouchers for obtaining a state ID, Minnesota driver's license, birth certificate from any state, and to the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store for clothing and/or housewares (no furniture). Bus cards are available to those with a verifiable new job and gas cards for individuals with a valid driver's license. Must reside in the city of Minneapolis. Provides the following services once every 30 days: - Laundry vouchers for one wash and dry (limited supply) - Hygiene items

Last Assured

11/05/2025

Providing organization

Basilica of Saint Mary

A Roman Catholic basilica offering social outreach through the Saint Vincent de Paul society assistance for basic needs.