School District Homeless Liaison Services - Minnesota Department of Education
Eligibility
Hours
Voice - Intake Statewide Coordinator
Application process
Visit website for list of liaisons: https://public.education.mn.gov/MdeOrgView/contact/contactsByContactType?contactRoleTypeCode=DHL
Service area
MN
Other Information
Program Fees
Description
Offers services to children and youth who are experiencing homelessness to ensure they receive appropriate public education and stability. Homeless liaisons and/or social workers are responsible for ensuring the educational stability and protecting the rights of students experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Each school district and charter school is required to have a designated District Homeless Liaison. The specific services available to students may vary by public school district and charter school. These services may include: - Assistance with immediate school enrollment - Free breakfast and lunch at school - Information about available preschool programs - Nutrition assistance - Referrals to community resources, such as medical care, food, housing, mental health support, and other assistance - Scholarships for school-related activities - School supplies - Transportation assistance Visit the website for a list of District Homeless Liasons and the corresponding contact information by school: https://public.education.mn.gov/MdeOrgView/contact/contactsByContactType?contactRoleTypeCode=DHL
Last Assured
10/30/2025
Providing organization
Minnesota Department of Education
Administers the state educational system
