View Search Results

Accepts donations of and provides diapers, food/formula, feminine hygiene products, and clothing/bedding items for children ages birth - 4 years for families in need

Provides a weekly shopping food shelf for free food, household items, and more. Services include:

- Application assistance for those who qualify to enroll in the MNsure health insurance program, Nutrition Assistance Program - NAPS, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP

- A weekly food supply

- Cleaning supplies

- Parent support such as baby food, breast milk, diapers, and formula

- Personal hygiene products including condoms, pads, and tampons

- Pet food

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.

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.

Provides diapers for families in need. Each family may access the diaper bank up to two times in a 12-month period, per child, depending upon availability.

Provides a family-centered space where caregivers can access help with basic needs such as housing, food, childcare, employment, transportation, and mental health supports, and also helps in navigating complex systems and community services. Offers activities and events, including:

- Diaper Club: provides a once-a-month event where individuals and families can pick up free diapers

- Drop-in therapy

- Economic Assistance Support: Meet with an Economic Assistance Program Navigator one-on-one

- Family camps

- Fun with First Steps: Crafts for caregivers and children

- Kinship Navigator Assistance:

- Learn, Grow, and Go parent support group

- Mental health and wellness support group

- Parenting Book Club

- Park Pals: Children and families can come together and play in the park

Visit the website for dates and times of activities and events https://www.mainstreetfamilyservices.org/events/

Packages of diapers are donated by church members. Packages are then distributed to those in need. One bag is allowed per child.

Pro-life services include:

- Adoption information and referrals

- Confidential counseling and mentoring

- Earn-While-You-Learn parenting program

- Free pregnancy testing and a limited ultrasound

- Maternity and infant supplies through a baby boutique

- Parenting support and life-skills education

- Post-abortion counseling/healing support

- Prenatal and parenting education classes

- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) and Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) education and testing

Case management services for families who request budget counseling, personal counseling and other long-term professional services. Financial assistance for rent (when available), deposit, diapers, uniforms, car repairs, prescriptions. Funding is very limited at this time. Food shelf; referrals to food shelves as needed for residents of other cities. Youth food shelf Gas vouchers and bus tokens HeatShare, seasonal services, back to school supplies, free yearly phone home program, Family Camp, and emergency disaster services ​Vouchers for clothing, bedding and kitchen items when funding is available. Funding is very limited at this time.

• Clothing Newborn
• 4T
• Bottles
• Blankets
• Toys
• Diapers

Provides pro-life pregnancy resource services, including:

- Earn While You Learn: An educational program where participants complete pregnancy and parenting education classes and earn points redeemable for baby supplies (including diapers, wipes, bottles, and formula), baby equipment (such as pack ‘n plays, strollers, and high chairs), and clothing for infants and children up to age two

- Limited ultrasound services

- Material support such as diapers, infant supplies, and maternity items

- Peer counseling

- Pregnancy testing and verification

- STI testing for Gonorrhea and Chlamydia

Emergency food shelf providing canned goods and personal hygiene items such as diapers, wipes, toilet paper, laundry soap, toothpaste, shampoo, and more. The distribution of food is based on household size.

The food shelf can be accessed more than once a month, depending on the situation.

Provides clothing, household goods, etc for families in case of emergency or disaster.

- 3 - 5 day supply of food provided once a month to individuals and families - Offers perishable and non-perishable food items, including meat, diapers, and toilet paper - Donations of food are accepted during open hours - Delivery services are available for those who are homebound. Emergency need for a delivery service available by appointment.

Provides fresh food and emergency food boxes. Also accepts donations of perishable and nonperishable food items, baby food, diapers, and personal hygiene supplies. Volunteer opportunities are available.

Emergency food boxes may be available by arrangement, during distribution times, or through designated partner locations, depending on scheduling and need.

Saint Bernard’s Church: 105 Knight Avenue North, Thief River Falls, MN

Provides drop-in services including: 

- Bus cards for those with proof of recent hire in a permanent position

- Bus tokens

- Clothing 

- Diapers

- Eye glass vouchers

- Household items 

- New shoes

- Showering facility for those who are homeless and living on the street

- Vouchers to get State Identification/Birth Certificate

- Vouchers for local shelter stay for homeless men

Note: Above items depend on availability and individual needs. Other requests for services can be made, but may not be granted. 

Offers the following children's programming:

- Baby and Toddler Care Packages: Clients participating in the food shelf may receive a care package for babies and toddlers that includes diapers or pull-ups, wipes, and other items as available, such as onesies, hats, baby lotion, and body wash. Formula, bottles, and baby food may also be available. Care packages are assembled based on diaper size. Not all items are available at all times based on supply.

- Birthday Bags: Clients participating in the food shelf may receive a “Birthday Bag” for each child’s birthday. Bags are filled with candles, cake decorations, party favors for 6–8 kids, themed plates and napkins, colorful party decorations (table cloths, paper streamers, etc.), and small toys or crafts. Parents may also pick up a birthday cake or cupcakes. Families should notify CEAP when scheduling a food appointment if a child has an upcoming birthday.

- LearnStrong Back To School: Provides backpacks filled with school supplies to families in the community through a curbside distribution program. Backpacks are provided and assembled by generous community partners and individual donors.

- Toys of Joy Holiday Program: A special event held in December where parents can shop for toys for their children in CEAP’s Community Room. Community partners and individual donors provide gifts.

Offers the following services:

​- Food Shelf: Provides a 7-day supply of food to those in need including fresh produce, meat and dairy. Baby products and hygiene items often available. On-site food pantry may be used twice per month. Food delivery appointments may also be available. Visit website for an up-to-date holiday schedule.

- Mobile Food Pantry: Provides regular access to fresh vegetables, fruit, bread, diary, and deli items to several locations throughout Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, and South Minneapolis. Visit website for locations and schedule.

Offer fresh food, canned goods, 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 issues or limited transportation options. Grocery deliveries take place monthly.

Provides pregnancy resources, including:

- Center has videos, literature, cassette tapes, and speakers available upon request

- Emergency baby food, formula, and diapers

- Free pregnancy tests

- Learn to Earn program: Participants attend classes, read books, and watch videos to earn points, which are then used to "purchase" items such as baby furniture and baby clothing.

- Maternity and infant/child clothing, baby care books, and toys

- Pro-life counseling services

- Staffed by trained volunteers

Pro-life confidential client advocacy, support services, and post-abortion support including:

- Adoption information

- Free pregnancy tests available

- Post-abortive Bible Study - Forgiven and Set Free

- Postnatal and life skill classes

- Baby clothing, items, furnishings as available (through the Incentive program) and maternity clothing to persons in need

Developing as Dads (DAD):

- Educational program for dads providing information on parenting skills, rights and responsibilities as a father, peer counseling, and information and referrals

Free Shelf:

Provides support service to families with young children. Families can visit once per month to pick up necessities such as diapers, toiletries, and household supplies.

Benevolence:

Helps with financial assistance for expenses up to $200. Must provide documentation of the need. Documents are submitted to the director for review. Assistance may include: a phone bill, quote for new tires, letter from landlord, etc. Individuals can recieve assistance once a year.

If approved, money goes directly for the item or service, not to the individual. Grace Place is limited to gifting up to $200 per month. Once that $200 is met, no requests will be accepted until the following month.

Pro-life confidential client advocacy, support services, and post-abortion support including:

- Adoption information

- Free pregnancy tests available

- Post-abortive Bible Study - Forgiven and Set Free

- Postnatal and life skill classes

- Baby clothing, items, furnishings as available (through the Incentive program) and maternity clothing to persons in need

Developing as Dads (DAD):

- Educational program for dads providing information on parenting skills, rights and responsibilities as a father, peer counseling, and information and referrals

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

Food pantry, including baby diapers and wipes.