Youth Homelessness Services - Lutheran Social Service - Mankato
125 East Liberty Street, Mankato, MN 56001
Eligibility
Youth who are homeless, runaway, or at risk of becoming homeless, residing in the following counties: Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, LeSueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Steele, Waseca, and Watonwan
Required documents
Vary by program
Hours
2 pm - 5 pm Monday - Thursday
by appointment Friday
(507)381-6670
Voice
Application process
Call; visit website
Service area
Blue Earth County, MN
Brown County, MN
Dodge County, MN
Faribault County, MN
Fillmore County, MN
Freeborn County, MN
Goodhue County, MN
Houston County, MN
Le Sueur County, MN
Martin County, MN
Mower County, MN
Nicollet County, MN
Olmsted County, MN
Rice County, MN
Sibley County, MN
Steele County, MN
Wabasha County, MN
Waseca County, MN
Watonwan County, MN
Winona County, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
Hours of Operation
- Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm
Provides support and resources to youth experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center.
Services Offered:
Basic Necessities:
- Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi
- Clothing and grocery vouchers
- Meals, showers, and toiletries
- Transportation assistance
- Connections to public housing programs
- Coordinated entry assessments for homeless youth
- Crisis nursery program
- Emergency shelter and street outreach services
- Independent living, housing assistance, and short-term housing options
- Access to licensed therapists
- Community and volunteer service opportunities
- Financial assistance
- Ongoing case management- Rental education through RentWise
- Assistance with taxes and obtaining legal documents (birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses)
- Budgeting and financial planning
- College preparation and FAFSA completion
- Job searching, resume writing, and interview skills
- Nutrition and cooking support
- Art projects, field trips, movie days, and other social activities
Last Assured
11/26/2025
What's Here
Transitional Housing/ShelterPublic Showers/BathsRunaway/Homeless Youth CounselingStreet Outreach ProgramsPublic Access Computers/ToolsIndependent Living Skills InstructionYouth SheltersFood VouchersParenting Skills ClassesCertificates/Forms AssistanceResume Preparation AssistanceCase/Care ManagementAt Risk YouthDrop In CentersHomeless YouthClothing VouchersPersonal/Grooming SuppliesHousing Related Coordinated EntryHousing Search AssistanceBus FareField Trips/Excursions
Providing organization
Lutheran Social Service - Mankato
Offers a wide range of services that support food, shelter, safety, and the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of individuals and families.