An area food shelf that provides a 3-day supply of food according to the number of people in the household. Availability of the food shelf is once per month; twice monthly if recommended by Family Services. Depending upon donations received may also provide diapers or baby food.

- Accepts donations of gently used baby items (except car seats and cribs), blankets, bouncers, diapers, wipes, baby wash, formula, high chairs, maternity clothes, swings, toys, books, stuffed animals, pacifiers, and clothing/shoes from newborn up to size 3T ??- Car seat safety seminars - Classes in breastfeeding, budgeting, childbirth, child care, food/nutrition, housing, infant care, life coaching, parenting, and more - Individuals may receive a new infant car seat or convertible car seat when they take two classes and the car seat safety seminar - Community referrals to child care, food, education, employment, housing (including assistance in searching for housing), job assistance, physicians, and more - Peer counseling - Pregnancy testing - Provides baby clothing, coats, snow suits, hats, mittens, scarves, shoes, furniture, emergency diapers, wipes, blankets, maternity clothing, Pack N Plays, and formula - Pro-life pregnancy educational counseling on abortion and alternatives - Ultrasound services

Distributes a limited amount of food to individuals and families in need. Accepts donations of nonperishable food items.

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.

Emergency food shelf offering a client choice shopping model. Residents may shop four times a month. Once per month for a full shop. A full shop includes all food and items in the warehouse with limitations on non-perishables and once per week for perishables such as fresh fruit and vegetables, bread, and bakery.

Residents receive a 4 day supply of food and can access the food shelf once per week. Food boxes may include shelf-stable pantry items, breads, cereals, meat, and other household necessities. On occasion, fresh produce is also made available.

Food shelf may be used 4 times per year or at pastor's discretion; provides a 3-day emergency supply of food

A non-profit medical clinic that offers confidential pro-life services. Offers support and resources to men and women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy, are at risk for an STD, or need resources as new parents. Services include: - Abortion information - Cradle of Hope Program: Offers free Pack N Plays - Life coaching - Pregnancy and parenting education - Pregnancy testing - Post abortion support - STD/HIV testing - Ultrasounds - UTI screening NOTE: Clinic does not recommend, provide, or refer clients for abortion??????

Provides food weekly and in emergencies - Provides a variety of non-perishables including canned goods, boxed foods, and beverages - Refrigerated items include meat, margarine, eggs, and cheese - Provides personal items such as deodorant, toilet paper and tissues, dish and laundry soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and toothbrushes Non-perishable food and personal hygiene donations are accepted

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

Provides food for persons in the McGregor area

Provides non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to individuals in need. Amount of food is based on size of the household.

Mabel Area Food Shelf provides non-perishable foods as well as milk and eggs; diapers, as available. Pick up food on the 2nd floor of the Mabel First Lutheran Church. Donations are accepted and volunteer opportunities are available.

Provides a box of food for anyone in need. Donations come from Trader Joe's.

- Provides 3 - 4 days of food for families and individuals - Emergency food available

- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Applications: Provides assistance with applications for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) a county-run, state-supervised Federal program that helps Minnesotans with low incomes get the food they need for sound nutrition and well-balanced meals. The program issues electronic food support benefits that can help stretch your household food budget. - Information and Referral: Offers information on resources of local food shelves - Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS) Applications: The program is designed to provide healthy and nutritious food products each month at no cost to eligible individuals over the age of 60. Helps eligible individuals apply for the program. - Second Harvest Heartland: Provides a free food distribution program to those in need - Prairie Five Meals Program: Offers congregate dining, home delivered, and frozen meals serving 34 communities in the area. Frozen meals are available for weekend, holiday, emergency and rural delivery. The program promotes health and independent living in the senior population through improved nutrition and reduction of social isolation.

- Provides food for people in the Jacobson area - For emergencies use contact number

Provides food for emergency needs up to twelve times a year

Food distribution and warm meal.

Provides food for those in need. Can visit the food shelf when needed, no limits on visits. Accepts donations.

- Provides 7-10 days of emergency food by weight, based on household size - Food distributed at 40 pounds per a single person in a household and 10 more pounds per each additional person in the household - Fresh produce, meat, dairy, eggs, and staple food items offered at each distribution - Home delivery available for homebound individuals who cannot have a friend or family member go to the food shelf for them - Emergency assistance available by appointment - Food donations accepted - Volunteering opportunities available

Based on the idea of the "little free library", a smaller, more private way to help individuals in need. People may stop by the pantry outside to pick up what they need without having to come into the building to talk to someone. Accepts donations of and provides: Non-perishable canned and boxed food, ready to eat meals, personal care items like paper towels, toilet paper and other toiletries, water, and fresh produce in the summer. Availability of items varies.

Offer food and groceries, household essentials, personal care items, and pet food. Essential items available may be diapers, baby formula, shampoo/conditioner, adult briefs, laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, and toilet paper. Shoppers can shop twice per month. Grocery delivery service is available to local older adults who have mobility or limited transportation options. Grocery deliveries take place monthly.

Provides assistance and support for many programs related to creating healthy and equitable food access. Work with clients who are interested in obtaining Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by assisting with the application process. Administers the SNAP program at four local farmers' markets in Cook, Hibbing, Tower, and Virginia. Provides a variety of services such as: - Arrowhead Grown: A website and facebook page created to promote farmers across the region. It includes dates, times, locations, and details of each farmer's market in northeast Minnesota. The site also includes helpful information for customers using SNAP-EBT, Farmer's Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers, and Power of Produce (POP) tokens. - Community Food Forest: A large perennial garden made up of berry bushes, grapevines, and fruit trees. It continues to grow each year. Community members are encouraged to participate in maintaining the food forest, and the site is accessible to anyone to harvest. - Farmers Markets: Families utilizing SNAP-EBT can shop at Virginia Market Square, Cook Area Farmers Market, Hibbing Farmers Market, and Tower Farmers Market, and receive a match in dollars. - Food Shelves: Funds food shelves for agencies across Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis County. Provide emergency and short-term food assistance to income-eligible individuals and families who have run out of options to alleviate hunger. - Little Free Pantries: There are three free food pantries located in Virginia at AEOA, Hope Presbyterian Church, Our Saviors Church, and at the Hoyt Lakes Public Library. AEOA maintains the pantry located outside of the AEOA office. - Northeast Minnesota Food Access Guide: Manages the Northeast Minnesota Food Access Guide which lists information on local food shelf hours, locations, grocery financial assistance programs, free meals, and food prep resources.

- Clothing - Emergency food, rent, and shelter/lodging assistance ?- Household items - Travel in most emergencies/bus tickets - Utility bills ???- Referral information