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Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing household emergencies. Families can receive assistance once every 18 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

Sells and accepts donations of gently used clothing, furniture, and household items. All sales proceeds are put back into the community to provide for needs within the greater Moose Lake area and fund employment for adults with disabilities.

The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs. The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with: - Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections - Paying for emergency fuel deliveries for propane, heating oil, or biofuel - Preventing disconnection - $200 minimum and $1400 maximum assistance Other services may include home energy crisis intervention, outreach, energy advocacy, and information about utility consumer rights. Energy Related Repair funds are also available to help correct no heat or malfunctioning heating systems for owner-occupied homes. Individuals must be eligible for Energy Assistance. Conservation Improvement Program: In partnership with other local utilities, the program provides electric conservation services and materials to families in Dakota and Scott counties. The goal of the program is to reduce energy consumption, thereby reducing energy bills. During a home audit, customers accompany an energy auditor who reviews appliances being used in the home as well as recent energy bills. Clients are educated on energy conservation practices, proper appliance maintenance, and using water flow restrictors. Energy auditors may also help with installation and central air-conditioning tune-up. For those who receive EAP, Energy Crisis Assistance is also available for emergency situations, such as disconnection or shut-off notice, past due balances, or delivery of fuel for tanks less than 20% capacity.

The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs. Also, the program helps homeowners repair or replace a failing furnace. The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with: - Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections - Paying for emergency fuel deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel - Preventing disconnection The deadline to apply for this program was May 31, 2025. Applications for the 2025 - 2026 heating season will be accepted starting September 2025.

County service linking businesses, institutions, farms, and individuals discarding usable materials with those who can reuse them. Chemicals, construction materials, electronics, glass, oils, waxes, paint, coatings, paper, plastic, rubber, textiles, leather, transportation materials, wood waste, appliances, residential, and household items, etc.

Pro-life pregnancy resource center that offers free abortion information, adoption information and referrals, maternity and infant items, medical referrals, parenting education, post-abortion support, pregnancy options information, pregnancy testing, sexually transmitted disease (STD) and sexually transmitted infection (STI) information, and support for men. NOTE: Does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations or birth control. Information is provided as an educational service and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.

A non-profit, pro-life medical clinic offering free and confidential services to individuals facing unplanned pregnancies, at risk for STDs, or in need of resources as new parents. Services include: - Abortion information - Abortion pill reversal - Abortion recovery - Adoption information - Options consultations - Pregnancy and parenting education - Pregnancy testing - Sexual health education - Support for men - Referrals Note: The clinic does not recommend, provide, or refer clients for abortion services.

Provides pantry staples, eggs, milk, meats, bakery items, fresh fruits and vegetables, toiletry items and paper products, and cleaning supplies when available. Accepts donations of food and paper products.

Offers free services such as: - Life coaches who can help make positive life changes - Medical services to confirm and evaluate early pregnancy. These services include free pregnancy testing and free limited obstetrical ultrasound services. - Parenting support during pregnancy such as an Earn While You Learn program. This program offers customized one-on-one classes with a mentor. Families or individuals choose the classes that fill gaps in their knowledge of pregnancy and/or parenting. With each class taken, families or individuals earn Baby Bucks to get all-new baby supplies and equipment from the agency's Boutique. - Pregnancy options consultation including abortion, parenting, or making an adoption plan. - Post-abortion healing alongside a caring mentor - Referrals to resources - Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing services

Will open by referral "on-call basis", domestic abuse victims leaving home quickly and not bringing enough clothes, someone in need of diapers, fire or disaster victims. Anyone who is in need and cannot wait for closet opening or cannot consistently make it to the closet during open hours, call and we will open up. Provides: - Clothing Newborn - 4T - Bottles - Blankets - Toys - Diapers

- Confidential right to life counseling on pregnancy options - Pregnancy testing - Maternity/baby clothes, furniture, and items (Accepts donations that are clean and in good condition) - LIFE Classes (Lessons In Family Education) Parenting: Classes to help moms and dads learn prenatal & parenting skills, baby and toddler development - Men's Mentoring: Individual classes with a male mentor with topics covering budgeting, rights and responsibilities, parenting, and relationships - Abstinence presentations presented in schools and churches to help teens understand the value of choosing abstinence, how to resist peer pressure, how to say no, and physical and emotional consequences of premarital sex using illustrations and skits - PACE (Post Abortion Counseling and Education) support group - Presentations in schools on Fetal Development, Adoption, and Parenting - Limited ultrasound services

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. ?Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

- A food shelf open to participants to walk-through and shop for food once per week. The food shelf offers fresh produce, dairy products, eggs, meat, grains, shelf stable protein, cooking and baking ingredients, baby food, and more. - Donations accepted such as fresh and frozen food items, diapers, and money - Families with young children can access diapers ranging from size newborn - 6 years and diaper wipes every week - Home delivery may be available to community members with limited mobility or special circumstances - Items provided may also include feminine hygiene products, household products, toiletries, detergent, and soap. Items are dependent upon donations. - Staff can assist with applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and refer to other resources

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. ?Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

The Emergency General Assistance program is a short-term, one-time assistance program for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair. This assistance is available to use once a year only. Clients may also be eligible for Emergency Assistance and/or Emergency Medical Assistance.

The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs. The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with: - Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections - Paying for emergency fuel deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel - Preventing disconnection - Some emergency heating fuel funding through Reach Out For Warmth (ROFW) - Small grants (up to $500) for past-due energy payments - Financial counseling, vendor negotiation, and advocacy for households in crisis Weatherization Program: Free home energy audits, insulation, and heating system evaluation and repair as a cost-effective way of reducing energy bills ?Energy-related Repair Program

Provides a network of local churches that partner to link resources and services to help community members in need, while also offering opportunities to engage personally with those they serve. Resources and services provided include: - Appliances - Clothing - Financial counseling - Furniture - Household items - Information and referral to community resources - Mentoring - Minor car repairs - Transportation to appointments - Vacuums - Winter clothing ?All services are dependent on volunteer availability and donations; there is no guarantee of receiving services or assistance. Donation accepted are both monetary and personal care items, kitchen items, storage and garbage supplies, and laundry soaps and detergent.

- Emergency food supply for 3 days, food shelf can be utilized once a month - Food, paper, and cleaning products available - Emergency food is given on-call when administrator is available - Accepts donations

Pro-life pregnancy support services, including: - Confidential pregnancy testing - Life coaching services - Material Assistance: Diapers and wipes, formula, maternity and baby clothing, cribs, and car seats - Pre-natal and parenting classes - Referrals for adoption services, financial aid, housing, legal assistance, and medical care - STI testing and treatment - Ultrasounds

Cash-grant program for adults with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Adults can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Adults must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. ?Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

Offers food shelves once a month by appointment to receive fresh produce, frozen meat, shelf-stable foods, bread and bakery items, personal care products, household cleaning supplies, and pet food when available. In addition, they may visit weekly for fresh produce, dairy, and bread/bakery items. Donations are accepted during food shelves' open hours and may include canned and boxed foods, cereal, peanut butter, pasta, rice, juice, pet food, dish and laundry soap, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, and shampoo/conditioner.

A help center and food pantry. Services include: - Donations accepted for households goods, non-perishable food items, and furniture in good condition - Food pantry items - Household goods such as furniture, clothing, and other small household goods. Washers, dryers, and refrigerators are available based on donations.

Check website for information on current Bridging referral agencies. - Clients must qualify with a contracted agency to receive Bridging services? - Beds that have been donated to Bridging are distributed with a furniture request through the Furniture Program

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing a household emergency. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help. ?Short-term, one-time grant assistance for persons in a financial crisis because of fire, flood, storm, illness, accident, theft, utility shut-off, eviction, foreclosure, moving expense, necessary home repairs, or need for furniture or appliance replacement or repair.

Provides needed items for children of all ages to families in need. This includes: -baby gear -baby food -diapers -clothes -toys -books