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A winter coat and outerwear drive and distribution to ensure children from families who do not have the financial capability to purchase winter wear items stay warm People with children's coats and winter wear should contact the United Way to donate. Adult items go through the Salvation Army.

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.

Thrift store with a full range of inventory including: - Low-cost, donated seasonally appropriate clothing for women, men, and children - Household goods, appliances, kitchenware, and furniture - Items such as cribs and changing tables are sometimes available - Books, toys, games, and jewelry - Sports equipment, bikes, and other usable items - Computers and computer monitors - Volunteer opportunities Does not accept tires, TVs, or any item that has been exposed to mold, mildew or cigarette smoke. For a complete list of donations accepted, visit website.

Adult partial subsidy program Participants who demonstrate that they are work ready and who are hired into career oriented, long-term, stable employment may arrange to have the first 720 hours of their new employment subsidized. These subsidies are paid to the employer, not the employee. A special contract with the employer is required that specifies the terms of agreement for the employer and Aanjibimaadizing. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. Adult support services Single payments to vendors to assist participants in overcoming specific, immediate and essential family stabilization or employment related barriers. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The expenses must: - Be directly related to education or employment ?- Verified as not otherwise provided free of charge or available from other resources ?- Be the only way available to meet the need ?- Be documented with evidence of the need verified Adult work experience (WEX) program A 720-hour on-the-job work experience training program structured to promote self-sufficiency through the development of appropriate work habits and job skills. The program targets four critical work behaviors: achievement, reliability, safety, and team building. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The program's incentives are directly related to mastery of these four program behaviors. The program is designed to move the participant to unsubsidized, career-oriented work by building their work skills. Career training and development program Provides basic work and family related trainings and tutoring. These include such issues as: GED preparation, driver's license tests, budgeting, parenting, CPR/first aid, food handling, communications, and conflict management. Households must be below 300% of poverty guidelines. Ge-Niigaanizijig youth program Activities and regularly scheduled meetings to inspire and motivate youth to embrace a traditions based pro-social lifestyle free of chemicals, anti-social or risky behavior, promiscuity, and dependency. Activities are offered to all eligible reservation service area youth from kindergarten through age 20. Income verification is required. Children in families living at or below 200 percent of the poverty guideline qualify. Children who are over-income may be supported by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Cash incentives and awards are made to any Ge-Niigaanizijig youth who meet program participation and achievement goals. Youth career and work exploration program Youth, ages 16 -20 whose family's income is below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline may participate. Youth are given an incentive for actual hours worked. To be eligible youth must be in school, making satisfactory attendance and grades. The type of work and the number of hours worked per week depend on the needs of the worksite supervisor. Youth support services Youth ages three through six who live in households that are below 300 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline and who are enrolled in daycare or school may receive supportive services for such things as: - (For Cash Assistance Families only) a fall and winter school clothing assistance - Athletic or academic program fees and supplies - Boarding school support costs including travel and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list) - Driver's education costs - Leadership, education or cultural camp costs, including tuition, travel, and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list) - New employment clothing and/or supplies when required by the employer - Special tutor costs (such as individual music lessons)

Children's clothing program offered through the Duluth Public Schools or another community agency. Clothing includes: - Boots - Mittens ???- One new and three used school outfits for classroom wear - Shoes - Snow pants - Winter hat - Winter jacket Accepts donations of good used clothing suitable for school. Does not accept used shoes or boots.

Provides a means for churches and other organizations to work together to match up volunteers to meet an individual's or family's needs. Provides: - Baby Care Ministry: Helps young families by providing infant and toddler high chairs, baby cribs, pack-n-plays, and strollers - Build-A-Bed: Builds and gives single beds and bunk beds. Also delivers them directly to homes and assembles them in the room. - Bike Ministry: Provides bicycles for adults and children - Clean Sweep: Helps families with basic cleaning supplies such as paper towels, trash bags, sponges, all-purpose spray, toilet bowl cleaner, and more - Clothing Ministry: Provides essential clothing through Trending Upward Thrift Shoppe - Diaper Ministry: Helps young families by providing diapers, pull-ups, and wipes for babies and toddlers - Food and Gas Cards: Provides gift cards for food and gas - FurniShare: Matches up donations of household goods and furniture (including beds, mattresses/box springs (free of stains, rips, and tears), dressers, kitchen tables/chairs, and living room furniture) with people who need them. Also provides monthly furniture sales. - Kitchen Essentials: Offers a basic supply of silverware, dishes, cups, and cookware to individuals and families - LAM Vac Valet: Donates and repairs vacuum cleaners in good condition - Loads of Love: Cares for families in need by providing laundry detergent, fabric sheets, dish, and dishwasher soap - Personal Care: Provides necessary personal items including soap, shampoo, razors, toilet paper, deodorant, feminine products, and more - The Birthday Closet Ministry: Provides supplies for children's birthdays - The Linen Closet: Provides new or used blankets, sheets, pillowcases, towels, and washcloths - Towel Ministry: Provides bath towels, kitchen towels, and washcloths - Winter Wear Ministry: Provides boots, coats, hats, mittens, and scarves

Provides free coats, mittens, hats, and boots to children and adults that are in need for the winter. Also, accepts gently used winter wear and clothing.

Assistance with: - Lodging for individuals experiencing homelessness - Rent assistance (in case of eviction) - Seasonal/holiday help - Utility assistance (in case of shut-off)

Provides free coats, mittens, hats, and boots to children and adults that are in need for the winter. Also, accepts gently used winter wear and clothing.

Provides clothing (via clothing closet) by appointment and basic household items/furniture to people in need who are referred. Small food donations and prayers are available at an appointment. Birthday Closet: Available for parents who need help providing for their child's birthday. A referral from a partner agency is required. Employment Support: Job search, interview, and resume counseling; available by appointment. Haircuts: By appointment only and based on stylist availability, haircuts are available to current clients of Reach and Restore Life Coaching: helps people reach their goals by navigating the steps to reach those goals; available by appointment

Resource center providing: - Blankets - Children's clothing size newborn - 6 - Diaper bags - Emergency supply of diapers and wipes - Gift bags for expectant mothers and newborns? - Infant bathtubs - Maternity clothing - Winter clothing Accepts donations; visit the website for a list of current donation needs: https://www.thebabyblanket.org/donations

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiency Services may include: Food programs - Food shelf vouchers Application assistance - Food support - Health insurance - Social security benefits Seasonal - School supply distribution - Winter clothing - Food baskets - Toys and holiday gifts to families in need Outreach and referrals to - Budgeting - Housing - Medical services - Parenting education - Transportation

Provides a network of local churches that partner to link resources and services to help community members in need, while also offering opportunities to engage personally with those they serve. 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.

Items accepted as donations and sold include: - Blankets, quilts, bedspreads, linens, and towels - Books and toys - Gently used seasonal clothing - Household items including dishes, pots, pans, and utensils - Jewelry and watches - Records, CDs, portable stereos, and videos - Select furniture. No beds, only headboards, and frames - Shoes and boots - Small appliances and lamps; small televisions (no consoles) - Tools and toolboxes Material and old leather items are accepted for recycling purposes Offers thrift store voucher program to qualifying individuals

Offers winter jackets, gloves, hats, and scarves during the cold months. Fully donation based, so item availability and quantity vary.

Provides coats, hats, mittens, scarves, snow pants, snowsuits, that are distributed to families in need. Accepts donations of winter clothing that is clean and in good condition. Donations are accepted and distributed during October distribution days only.

Provides approximately five days worth of food portioned to family size including dairy, frozen meat, milk, and other basic supplies to those in need. All families are able to use the pantry once per month and more often as needed. Accepts donations of non-perishable and perishable food items, and personal/household items at both locations.

The goals of the Family Development programs are to assist families in crisis situations, meet basic needs, and to strive towards and maintain self-sufficiency Services may include: Food programs - Food shelf vouchers Application assistance - Food support - Health insurance - Social security benefits Seasonal - School supply distribution - Winter clothing - Food baskets - Toys and holiday gifts to families in need Outreach and referrals to - Budgeting - Housing - Medical services - Parenting education - Transportation

Provides Free Clothing and Household Goods: - Donations are accepted during open hours only - Winter clothing is available in the hallways of the Damiano building for anyone to take Accepted Donations: - Bedding - Casual clothing and footwear in good and clean condition - Household goods of all sorts (e.g., kitchen wares, towels) - Plastic grocery bags - Small appliances that work (e.g., coffee makers, small microwaves, toasters) Items Not Accepted: - Beds, mattresses, or cribs - Car seats for children - Dirty or broken items - Electronics (e.g., TVs, VCRs, computers, printers, and other computer peripherals) - Furniture - Large appliances (e.g., refrigerators, stoves) - Medical equipment

Provides women, men, and children clothing, socks, undergarments, shoes, household items, linens, winter gear, and other items during the client's food shop. Clothing closet can be accessed once a month per client. Also accepts donations of these items. Individuals with a shopping appointment have the option to receive a voucher for shopping in the Thrift Store.

Adult partial subsidy program Participants who demonstrate that they are work ready and who are hired into career oriented, long-term, stable employment may arrange to have the first 720 hours of their new employment subsidized. These subsidies are paid to the employer, not the employee. A special contract with the employer is required that specifies the terms of agreement for the employer and Aanjibimaadizing. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. Adult support services Single payments to vendors to assist participants in overcoming specific, immediate and essential family stabilization or employment related barriers. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The expenses must: - Be directly related to education or employment ?- Verified as not otherwise provided free of charge or available from other resources ?- Be the only way available to meet the need ?- Be documented with evidence of the need verified Adult work experience (WEX) program A 720-hour on-the-job work experience training program structured to promote self-sufficiency through the development of appropriate work habits and job skills. The program targets four critical work behaviors: achievement, reliability, safety, and team building. Participant households must be below 200% of poverty guidelines. The program's incentives are directly related to mastery of these four program behaviors. The program is designed to move the participant to unsubsidized, career-oriented work by building their work skills. Career training and development program Provides basic work and family related trainings and tutoring. These include such issues as: GED preparation, driver's license tests, budgeting, parenting, CPR/first aid, food handling, communications, and conflict management. Households must be below 300% of poverty guidelines. Ge-Niigaanizijig youth program Activities and regularly scheduled meetings to inspire and motivate youth to embrace a traditions based pro-social lifestyle free of chemicals, anti-social or risky behavior, promiscuity, and dependency. Activities are offered to all eligible reservation service area youth from kindergarten through age 20. Income verification is required. Children in families living at or below 200 percent of the poverty guideline qualify. Children who are over-income may be supported by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Cash incentives and awards are made to any Ge-Niigaanizijig youth who meet program participation and achievement goals. Youth career and work exploration program Youth, ages 16 -20 whose family's income is below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline may participate. Youth are given an incentive for actual hours worked. To be eligible youth must be in school, making satisfactory attendance and grades. The type of work and the number of hours worked per week depend on the needs of the worksite supervisor. Youth support services Youth ages three through six who live in households that are below 300 percent of the Federal Poverty Guideline and who are enrolled in daycare or school may receive supportive services for such things as: - (For Cash Assistance Families only) a fall and winter school clothing assistance - Athletic or academic program fees and supplies - Boarding school support costs including travel and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list) - Driver's education costs - Leadership, education or cultural camp costs, including tuition, travel, and supplies (based on a program recommendation/required list) - New employment clothing and/or supplies when required by the employer - Special tutor costs (such as individual music lessons)

- Provides clean, gently worn coats or jackets for men and women, infant snowsuits, children's coats, snow pants and mittens, hats, scarves and boots for the whole family - First come, first served basis

Information will be listed as it becomes available. Provides free or low-cost winter coats or gear to eligible families. For counties that do not list a giveaway program, contact a school or county social worker. ANOKA COUNTY Anoka County Salvation Army - Coats for Kids - Address: 1201 89th Ave NE #105, Blaine, MN 55434 - Phone: (763)755-6873 - Serves: Residents of Anoka County - Walk-in for coats 8:30 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. CARVER COUNTY Dakota, Scott, and Carver County Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 14101 Irving Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337 - Phone: (952)898-9367 - Serves: Residents of Dakota, Scott, and Carver counties - Walk-in 4 pm - 6 pm Monday and Wednesday; 11 am - 1 pm Tuesday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Thursday; closed Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. DAKOTA COUNTY City of Farmington - Outdoor Winter Clothing Swap Event - Address: Rambling River Center Empire Room 325 Oak Street, Farmington, MN 55024 - Donations: Contact Violet (612)268-9097 or email [email protected] - Serves: Open to all families and individuals - Intake: No registration necessary. Walk in to get winter clothing items, donate outdoor winter wear, or swap items. Swapping or donating items are not required. Everyone is welcome to grab items they need for the winter season. Items will vary depending on donations. - Distribution: 6 pm - 8 pm Tuesday, November 4 Dakota, Scott, and Carver County Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 14101 Irving Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337 - Phone: (952)898-9367 - Serves: Residents of Dakota, Scott, and Carver counties - Walk-in 4 pm - 6 pm Monday and Wednesday; 11 am - 1 pm Tuesday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Thursday; closed Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. HENNEPIN COUNTY Brooklyn Park Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 10011 Noble Parkway Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 - Phone: (763)425-0517 - Serves: Residents of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Champlin, Corcoran, Crystal, Dayton, Golden Valley, Hanover, Hassan Township, Maple Grove, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, Rogers - Walk-in for coats 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. Minneapolis North Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 2024 Lyndale Avenue North, Minneapolis 55411 - Phone: (612)522-4871 - Serves: Residents of North Minneapolis between Mississippi River on east, Interstate 394 on the south, and the city limits on the west and north and 55401, 55402, 55403, 55405, 55411, 55412, 55430 - Walk-in for coats 9 am - 11:30 am Thursday and Friday; 1 pm - 3 pm Monday, every other Wednesday and Friday afternoons - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. Minneapolis South Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 1604 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Phone: (612)767-2700 - Serves: Residents living in south Minneapolis including zip codes 55403 east of Lyndale Avenue and 55405 south of I394, Bloomington, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Greenwood, Hopkins, Long Lake, Medicine Lake, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, Mound, Orono, Richfield, St Bonifacius, St Louis Park, Shorewood, Spring Lake, Tonka Bay, Wayzata and Woodland and 55404, 55405, and 55415 - Walk-in for coats 1:30 pm - 3 pm Tuesday and Thursday by appointment and walk in; 1 pm - 3 pm Friday by appointment only - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel ResourceWest - Winter Warm Wear Program - Phone: (952)322-0882 (Kristen - Spanish/English) or (952)322-0357 (Anab - Somali/English) - Email: [email protected] or [email protected] - Website: https://resourcewest.org/winter-warm-wear/ - Serves: Hopkins or Minnetonka School Districts or cities of Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Shorewood, or Woodland - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 18 years; must have physical custody of the child(ren). ?????? - Registration: Now - early November - Intake: Visit website: https://resourcewest-appointments.as.me/ - Documents: Photo ID, proof of current address, and identification for each registered child required at time of appointment - Fees: None - Distribution: Mid October - early November by appointment - Description: New or gently used winter coat, new water-resistant gloves or mittens, and new hat for their children Western Communities Action Network (WeCAN) - Winter Coat Drive Address: 5213 Shoreline Drive, Mound, Minnesota 55364 Phone: (952)472-0742 Email: [email protected] Serves: Open to all Intake: Walk up for coats. Coats will be located outside the building. Fees: None - Distribution: 9 am - 6 pm Tuesday, November 4th and 9 am - 4 pm Wednesday, November 5th Description: Provides winter coats RAMSEY COUNTY Saint Paul Eastside Payne Avenue - Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 1019 Payne Ave, St Paul, MN 55130 - Phone: (651)776-2653 - Serves: Residents in the area bounded by County Road B on the north; Burlington Northern Railroad tracks and Grove Street on the south and west; English Street and Johnson Parkway on the east - Walk-in for coats 9 am - 12 noon and 1 pm - 4 pm Monday - Wednesday; 9 am - 12 noon and 2 pm - 4 pm Thursday; 9 am - 12 noon Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. Saint Paul West 7th - Salvation Army - Coats for Kids - Address: 401 West 7th Street Saint Paul, MN 55102 - Phone: (651)224-4316 - Call for an appointment for coats - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel. SCOTT COUNTY Dakota, Scott, and Carver County Salvation Army - Coats for Kids?? - Address: 14101 Irving Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337 - Phone: (952)898-9367 - Serves: Residents of Dakota, Scott, and Carver counties - Walk-in 4 pm - 6 pm Monday and Wednesday; 11 am - 1 pm Tuesday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Thursday; closed Friday - Items will vary based on locations and availability. Visit a Twin Cities Salvation Army location during regular business hours for winter apparel.

Helps those in need with the essentials of daily living, including: - Bedding - Cookware - Dinnerware - General clothing provision - Seasonal and work clothing - Towels Individuals can access the program on a one-time per calendar month basis. Can call to discuss emergency requests for additional services in a month.

- Receive good quality donated coats donated from community members. Distribution is first come, first served for people who cannot afford to buy a winter coat, hat, boots, mittens, etc. ?- One Distribution day each fall (usually 1st Saturday in October) The following locations will be accepting donations now - Oct 7:??Lueken's Village Foods North | 1171 Paul Bunyan Dr NW Lueken's Village Foods South | 609 Washington Ave South Dress Club Cleaners | 406 Minnesota Ave NW