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13801 Fairview Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337

Provides furniture and household items on a limited basis. Takes furniture requests throughout the year.

Donations for furniture and household items are accepted. Items accepted are housewares and glassware, pots, pans, kitchen and table linens, silverware, and limited pieces of small/large furniture items (sofas, love seats, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses/box springs, metal bed frames, and tables).

810 3rd Avenue SW, Rochester, MN 55904

Helps young adults trying to live in a home or apartment on their own. Assistance with rent and or a rental deposit may be available. Youth may also receive financial assistance for furniture, household goods, utilities and food. The goal of the program is to support at-risk youth while they establish and maintain an independent household, and prevent future occurrences of homelessness.

44 Glenn Road NW, Alexandria, MN 56308

Provides a network of local churches into a partnership that links their resources and services to help community members in need as well as providing a chance to engage with the person. 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.

3905 California Street NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

Offers gently used clothing and household items at affordable prices. Accepts tax-deductible donations of clothing, shoes, outerwear, jewelry, kitchen and household goods (but excludes items like electronics, furniture, cribs, or large appliances), and relies heavily on volunteers to sort, merchandise, and staff the store.

207 Main Street, Oklee, MN 56742

Provides emergency food assistance in the form of food boxes for individuals and families in need. Also assists with SNAP applications and SNAP renewal/recertification. Health, personal care, and household items may be available depending on donations.

1220 Zane Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Provides monthly short-term assistance with groceries and household items for individuals and families. Limit of one visit per month.

Accepts donations of non-perishable food, cleaning supplies, diapers and baby wipes, and hygiene items.

56395 Forest Boulevard, Pine City, MN 55063

Provides a help center and food pantry. Services include:

- Accepts donations of household goods, non-perishable food items, and furniture in good condition

- Food pantry

- Household goods, including furniture, clothing, and small household items. Washers, dryers, and refrigerators may be available based on donations

224 West 3rd Street, Monticello, MN 55362

Provides a closing closet for community members to shop for free, gently used clothing and household goods. Toys, games, small appliances, bedding, and more may be available. Donations accepted.

8367 Enterprise Drive North, Virginia, MN 55792

Provides a 3-5 day supply of food based on family size for persons with an emergency need. Accepts non-perishable food donations. Clothing and household items are also available.

321 Main Street North, Renville, MN 56284

Operates a thrift store and clothing pantry, and redistributes donated goods such as clothing, furniture, household items, school supplies, and emergency resources to help people move out of crises.

1107 West 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102

A free store and clothing closet offering seasonal clothing, household items, and personal care items. Accepts donations of gently used, clean, seasonal clothing, household items in good condition, and hygiene products.

401 South Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN 56082

Provides a clothing and consignment store that accepts donations and sells various items, including:

- CDs and DVDs

- Clothing for all ages

- Furniture

- Games, books, and toys

- Household items and decor

Volunteer opportunities are also available

13074 Edgewood Street, Becker, MN 55308

Provides the following supportive services:

- Adopt-a-Grandparent

- Assisted Transportation - age 60 and older

- Caregiver support

- Chore services

- Eldercare

- Family Caregiver

- Friendly visits and phone calls

- Furniture for Families

- Grocery shopping

- Home accessibility accessories installed - grab bars

- Household goods

- Lawn mowing, leaf raking, snow shoveling

- Light housekeeping

- Living with Memory Loss (for those who are living with memory loss)

- Medical appointments

- Medical equipment

- Minor home repairs

- Necessary errands

- Parkinson’s

- Seasonal yard work

- Support for seniors to remain living at home as long as possible

- Volunteer opportunities

- Youth mission work

110 Lake Avenue South, Paynesville, MN 56362

- Annual school supplies drive - Clothing items - Donation center - Food shelf garden - Food shelf will provide 3 days' worth of food once each month per family or individual - Holiday meal baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas - Houseware items

206 West 4th Street, Room 201, Duluth, MN 55806

Information, resources, and referral office to help people through difficult times. Staff provide an immediate assessment of emergency needs and offer resources to help deal with homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic abuse, unemployment, gambling addictions, mental health problems, and help with public assistance.

Additional services offered at the center include:

- 7 bus passes for the general public daily; usually gone by 9:10 am. Can be accessed twice per month and an intake form must be filled out.

- Free telephone line, mailboxes for people who are homeless, hygiene items, and household goods

- Safe Bay is located in the parking lot and offers individuals and families living in cars and vans a place to rest without fear of crime, harassment, or being moved along by law enforcement or private security guards. Individuals and families can access showers, breakfast and housing navigation services provided by Daminao Center.

- Work related transportation:

  • Gas vouchers: MUST have valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and proof of employment. Can only be accessed once per year. 
  • Bus pass: MUST have ID and proof of employment. The value of a bus pass is $25 and can only be accessed once per year.