Assists with goods or services that contribute to the well-being and/or safety of the individual including: - Air conditioner (window mount) - Bed and/or dresser set - Carpet/floor covering - Couch/sofa - Freezer - upright or chest - Furnace - Handicap accessibility needs - Kitchen range/stove - Kitchen table/chair set - Main/storm door - Microwave - Ramp - Recliner - Refrigerator - Septic pumping - Washer and/or dryer - Water and sewer repairs - Water heater Assistance is provided up to $600 per household (with a minimum of $50) towards the purchase of 1 item listed above. If the cost of the item exceeds $600, it is the applicant's responsibility to pay the remainder of the balance and they must demonstrate the ability to pay the remaining balance. Requests are generally limited to 1 request per household every 2 years, unless the request is for an emergency beyond the household's control.

Hennepin County provides two grant programs that improve the livability for homeowners and a low or no interest loan program for home repairs and maintenance: Accessibility Ramps: Offers grants of up to $10,000 for installation of home accessibility ramps or low-rise steps that enable persons with a disability or mobility challenges to continue leading independent lives in the homes. Lead-Based Paint Program: Offers grants of up to $10,000 for the detection and removal of lead-based paint in owner-occupied or rental housing built before 1978 Note: Grants provided for up to $15,000 for detection and removal of lead-based paint in owner-occupied or rental housing built before 1978