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A weekly food shelf where clients can walk through and choose nutritious foods, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, grains, pantry staples, and baby food.- Available items may also include hygiene and household products, depending on donations. - Donations of food and funds are accepted. - Families with young children can access diapers (newborn through size 6) and wipes. - Home delivery may be available for individuals with limited mobility or special circumstances.- Staff assist with SNAP applications and connect clients with additional community resources.

Provides 15 - 20 diapers and diaper wipes for children in need. Diaper sizes are newborn to size 6 and can be provided once every 30 days.

Provides violence prevention, intervention, support, outreach services, and leadership opportunities for youth in residential and community settings. Provides a variety of services to youth of all genders who have experienced relationship violence, sexual assault or exploitation, stalking, or homelessness. Programs include:Movement for Violence Prevention (MVP): Leadership development activities to assist youth-led community engagement, skill enhancement, peer connections, and tools for change to prevent youth violence.Inspiring Youth: A year-long, intensive, community-based program for youth ages 10 - 17 and their families who have been impacted by violence. Youth workers provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mentorship, support, and access to services, activities, and leadership opportunities.Youth Site-Based and Community-Based Housing: Transitional housing for youth and young adults who are victims of violence and exploitation, including sex trafficking. Safety planning and support are provided.Voices in Prevention (VIP): A 6-week violence prevention curriculum serving middle and high school students. Curriculum might also include support groups, one-on-one sessions, peer mediation, and service learning.Youth Safety Plans: Specialized safety plans for youthNorthStar Youth Outreach Center: A drop-in center for homeless youth offering advocacy, safety planning, and connections to additional community resources. The center also offers:- Assistance with housing - Assistance with career and education planning - Computer lab - Counseling - Creative art spaces - Food and snacks - Laundry access - Supplies and clothing

Provides athletic shoes as well as other items deemed essential for good health and positive development

Provides individualized supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Services include:- 24 hours/7 days a week crisis line- Assistance with writing protective orders- Care and Share Corner: Offers free clothing, blankets, school supplies, and toiletries - Crisis intervention- Emergency hotel/motel safe homing- Emergency financial assistance- Personal advocacy- Safety planning- Specialized information and referral - Support groups- Transportation and accompaniment to court or the hospital for a forensic exam

Provides a daily drop-in and resource center serving those experiencing homelessness and those at-risk of homelessness. Provides access to basic needs such as:?- Clothing- Food (shelf stable foods)- Hygiene supplies- Phone and computer access- Referrals to organizations such as Southern Minnesota Legal Services (SMRLS), state and county housing programs, and Coordinated Entry assessments- Respite room and lounge space- Tents

Basic needs services operate on a client-choice model and strive to assist families in achieving self-sufficiency and empowerment through providing food and clothing. Clients of the food shelves or clothing closet are requested to bring a few bags to take their items home.- Clothing closet provides clothing and small household items- Food shelf is available by appointment- Delivers food packages, free of charge, directly to clients that live within 10 miles of the area food shelf. Complete the online food shelf order form. Delivery priority is given to seniors and health-related homebound persons.- Will accept donations of food, toys, hygiene items, and small household items

Drop-in center for homeless youth:?- Housing Hub: Connects youth experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless with a Housing Specialist to provide housing problem solving. Housing Specialists can assist the youth with practical solutions, identify sources, alternatives, and mediate conflict resolution between friends or family. The initial access point to be connected with a Housing Specialist is short-term with a 30-day timeframe. After 30 days initial contact, households with no other pathways identified will be connected to a Housing Assessor and placed on the Housing Registry.- Provides computers for homework and job searches, a game room, kitchen, lockers, showers, storage areas, and a washer and dryer- Staff help youth get help with employment and housing searches, connect to resources, and receive basic need items (clean clothes, food, sleeping bags, and toiletries)

Provides personal items such as clothing, eyeglasses, prescription expense, etc.

Provides help in finding safe, suitable housing and connects to community resources to navigate life's challenges.Social services include:- Case management- Educational support- Housing referrals- Job search assistance- Legal support- Mental health care; mental health counseling available on-site through community collaborationsCoordinated Entry Assessments:- Provides an assessment to eligible individuals that will place them on a list for housing optionsAmenities available:- Clothing Closet - Computers and wi-fi- Food- Hygiene supplies and snacks- Laundry- Showers

Provides students, families, and community members with access to information and support from community agencies addressing basic needs such as food, clothing, energy assistance, shelter, and healthcare. The resource rooms maintain limited supplies of clothing, personal household items, and food for immediate access. They accept donations of winter gear (coats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves), sweatpants, socks, t-shirts, and gift cards (Visa, Target, Walmart, gas, Cub Foods, etc.).

Offers free clothing, food, household items, and toiletries monthly. Depending on the types of donations received, the items vary. Donations are accepted for new clothing only, gently used household items, and toiletries. Call to set up drop-off time.

Offers a food shelf for households in need. Accepts donations of food items and pet food. The food shelf provides:- 10-day supply of food once a month- Fresh produce, dairy items, bakery goods, meat, and non-perishable items- Hygiene products, diapers, and pet food depending on available items- Mobile food truck deliveries to older adults in senior housing- Volunteer-staff to assist clients

Provides the following services: - Assistance with basic needs such as housing, furniture, household items, food, clothing, employment- Referrals to clinics, mental health providers, legal services, ESL classes- Translation and interpreting assistance- Transportation

Provides clothing and food for individuals and families in need

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

Offers several thrift store locations. The thrift stores:- Accepts donations of clean usable clothing, household items, furniture, and some appliances that are clean, usable, and in good condition. Tax Receipts are available for donations in good, usable condition.- Sell used clothing, books, and small household items at a reduced price

Pro-life pregnancy and parenting support programs, including:- Car seat safety checks- Free confidential pregnancy test- Parenting with Purpose: Personalized parenting education appointments which include access to free baby clothes, diapers, furniture, baby food, toiletries, and more, assistance with finding and applying for resources, case management, emotional and spiritual support, and medical and community services referrals- Peer advocacy- Pro-life pregnancy counseling for alternatives to abortion- Support groups?Donations are accepted. Visit website to see a list of current needs.

Providing social services as a last resort, including:- Clothing- Emergency lodging (for residents of Kandiyohi County ONLY)- Information and referral regarding food- Prescriptions- Rental assistance- Utility assistance

Provides a thrift store at three locations and offers daily specials. Victims may be eligible for a voucher at the thrift store to obtain clothing, household goods, and furniture items.Accepts donated items such as bedding/linens, books, movies, music/CDs, clothing, furniture, home decor, household appliances, jewelry, kitchen appliances, seasonal items, sporting goods, toys, and games. Items not accepted are baby furniture, televisions, computers, office printers, large appliances, mattresses, sleeper sofas, textbooks, exercise equipment, and items that are broken or non-working.

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 resource center assisting individuals and families with a variety of needs. Services include: - Assists people with connecting to the workforce and training programs- Employment resources and referrals- Permanent housing resources and referrals- Provides free new and gently used clothing for children of all ages and sizes from infant through high school- Provides hygiene and personal care items- Provides weekend meals - Support with navigating community housing options

Provides a means for churches and other organizations to work together to match up volunteers to meet an individual's or family's needs. Provides:- Baby Care Ministry: Helps young families by providing infant and toddler high chairs, baby cribs, pack-n-plays, and strollers- Build-A-Bed: Builds and gives single beds and bunk beds. Also delivers them directly to homes and assembles them in the room.- Bike Ministry: Provides bicycles for adults and children- Clean Sweep: Helps families with basic cleaning supplies such as paper towels, trash bags, sponges, all-purpose spray, toilet bowl cleaner, and more- Clothing Ministry: Provides essential clothing through Trending Upward Thrift Shoppe- Diaper Ministry: Helps young families by providing diapers, pull-ups, and wipes for babies and toddlers- Food and Gas Cards: Provides gift cards for food and gas- FurniShare: Matches up donations of household goods and furniture (including beds, mattresses/box springs (free of stains, rips, and tears), dressers, kitchen tables/chairs, and living room furniture) with people who need them. Also provides monthly furniture sales.- Kitchen Essentials: Offers a basic supply of silverware, dishes, cups, and cookware to individuals and families- LAM Vac Valet: Donates and repairs vacuum cleaners in good condition- Loads of Love: Cares for families in need by providing laundry detergent, fabric sheets, dish, and dishwasher soap- Personal Care: Provides necessary personal items including soap, shampoo, razors, toilet paper, deodorant, feminine products, and more- The Birthday Closet Ministry: Provides supplies for children's birthdays- The Linen Closet: Provides new or used blankets, sheets, pillowcases, towels, and washcloths- Towel Ministry: Provides bath towels, kitchen towels, and washcloths- Winter Wear Ministry: Provides boots, coats, hats, mittens, and scarves