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A weekly food shelf where clients can walk through and choose nutritious foods, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, grains, pantry staples, and baby food.

- Available items may also include hygiene and household products, depending on donations.

- Donations of food and funds are accepted.

- Families with young children can access diapers (newborn through size 6) and wipes.

- Home delivery may be available for individuals with limited mobility or special circumstances.

- Staff assist with SNAP applications and connect clients with additional community resources.

Offers basic need items including:

- Basic Needs Pantry: Provides personal care items

- Clothes Closet: Provides kid’s clothing with sizes ranging from 3t to 14/16. Families can use this service twice a year, one time in the summer/spring and again during the fall/winter.

- Diapers: Provides a bundle of 10 - 15 diapers and 1 pack of wipes per household once a month. Newborn - size 6 diapers available.

- Emergency Food Assistance: Individuals experiencing homelessness can receive food once a week. Other individuals may receive food once every 30 days. The amount provided is based on family size, with exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis. Clients have the option to choose the food items they prefer.

- Hygiene Products: Offers hygiene products to individuals in need.

- NAPS Distribution: Partners with local organizations to distribute nutritious and affordable produce to the community.

- SACA Delivers: Provides monthly deliveries of groceries to homebound older adults (ages 55+) and individuals with documented disabilities. Each delivery includes non-perishable items, dairy, eggs, butter, and frozen meat. The service also includes safety checks to ensure the well-being of recipients.

Provides individualized supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Services include:

- 24 hours/7 days a week crisis line

- Assistance with writing protective orders

- Care and Share Corner: Offers free clothing, blankets, school supplies, and toiletries

- Crisis intervention

- Emergency hotel/motel safe homing

- Emergency financial assistance

- Personal advocacy

- Safety planning

- Specialized information and referral

- Support groups

- Transportation and accompaniment to court or the hospital for a forensic exam

Provides a daily drop-in and resource center serving those experiencing homelessness and those at-risk of homelessness. Provides access to basic needs such as:

​- Clothing

- Food (shelf stable foods)

- Hygiene supplies

- Phone and computer access

- Referrals to organizations such as Southern Minnesota Legal Services (SMRLS), state and county housing programs, and Coordinated Entry assessments

- Respite room and lounge space

- Tents

Drop-in center for homeless youth:

​- Housing Hub: Connects youth experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless with a Housing Specialist to provide housing problem solving. Housing Specialists can assist the youth with practical solutions, identify sources, alternatives, and mediate conflict resolution between friends or family. The initial access point to be connected with a Housing Specialist is short-term with a 30-day timeframe. After 30 days initial contact, households with no other pathways identified will be connected to a Housing Assessor and placed on the Housing Registry. - Staff help youth get help with employment and housing searches, connect to resources, and receive basic need items (clean clothes, food, sleeping bags, and toiletries)

Provides help in finding safe, suitable housing and connects to community resources to navigate life’s challenges. Social services include: - Case management - Educational support - Housing referrals - Job search assistance - Legal support - Mental health care; mental health counseling available on-site through community collaborations Coordinated Entry Assessments: - Provides an assessment to eligible individuals that will place them on a list for housing options Amenities available: - Clothing Closet - Computers and wi-fi - Food - Hygiene supplies and snacks - Laundry - Showers

Provides students, families, and community members with access to information and support from community agencies addressing basic needs such as food, clothing, energy assistance, shelter, and healthcare. The resource rooms maintain limited supplies of clothing, personal household items, and food for immediate access. They accept donations of winter gear (coats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves), sweatpants, socks, t-shirts, and gift cards (Visa, Target, Walmart, gas, Cub Foods, etc.).

Offers free clothing, food, household items, and toiletries monthly. Depending on the types of donations received, the items vary. Donations are accepted for new clothing only, gently used household items, and toiletries. Call to set up drop-off time.

Offers a food shelf for households in need. Accepts donations of food items and pet food. The food shelf provides:

- 10-day supply of food once a month

- Fresh produce, dairy items, bakery goods, meat, and non-perishable items

- Hygiene products, diapers, and pet food depending on available items

- Mobile food truck deliveries to older adults in senior housing

- Volunteer-staff to assist clients

Emergency food shelf for persons living in area. Clients will be asked to provide name, address, telephone number, the number of adults and the number of children to be served and if there are any infants. Clients should call the day on which food is to be picked up. Clients will need proof of address and identification for all members of the household. Usage is limited to once every 30 days. Senior Food Shelf: Usage is limited to seniors and may be used once a month by appointment only. Free home delivery. Free hot lunch provided Monday - Thursday to community members Hygiene: Shampoo, razors, shaving cream, soap and lotion are given to clients once every two months. The availability of hygiene products will vary. Transportation: Clients can qualify for tokens or a bus card in one of two ways. The caseworker must be able to verify by telephone that the client has a permanent job for which they have not received their first paycheck or have several medical appointments. Energy conservation services including furnace checks and minor repairs, call 612-721-6462. Referrals to LensCrafters for free eye exam and glasses. Limited financial assistance for special needs. Call to see if funding is available. Seasonal services, HeatShare, and emergency disaster services. Food support application assistance (SNAP)

Health services including:

- Foot care provided by nurses

- Health advocacy

- Health assessment

- Health education

- Hygiene products

- Referrals to health resources

Offers a food distribution center serving individuals in New Prague and the surrounding area. Accepts food (nonperishable items and fresh produce), personal care items, and monetary donations.

Provides food and toiletries.

A resource center assisting individuals and families with a variety of needs. Services include:

- Assists people with connecting to the workforce and training programs

- Employment resources and referrals

- Permanent housing resources and referrals - Provides free new and gently used clothing for children of all ages and sizes from infant through high school

- Provides hygiene and personal care items

- Provides weekend meals

- Support with navigating community housing options

Offers various resources and living essentials to help individuals in the community. Resources may include:

- Baby care: Provides cribs, highchairs, strollers, and pack-n-plays.

- Bed items: Provides new mattresses, bed frames, and bunk beds

- Bikes: Provides bicycles for adults and children

- Birthday closet: Providing children’s birthday supplies

- Cleaning supplies: Essential household cleaning supplies

- Diapers: Provides diapers, pull ups, and baby wipes

- Kitchen Essentials: Offers a basic supply of silverware, dishes, cups, and cookware

- Laundry and dishwashing: Supplies such as detergent and soap

- Personal Care: Hygiene products for daily needs

- Towels: Providing kitchen, bath towels and washcloths

Note: Donations accepted

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Will help families with food or personal items if needed due to an accident, illness, or hardship. - Cards and greetings are sent year-round to those hurting from the death of a loved one, or enduring illness or injury - Christmas gift-giving program for those in need - Monetary donations accepted

Provides a welcoming space for support, activities, groups, meetings, and resources.

- Blessings closet for personal essential needs

- Breakfast and daily lunch

- Community connection

- County case management resources

- Laundry

- Limited transportation

- Mental health support and resources

- Peer support

- Showers

- Provides food shelves, hygiene supplies and gift cards - Accepts donations of food, hygiene supplies, and gift cards

Provides nutritious food to people in Becker and surrounding areas who are food-insecure. Operates a client-choice model, where recipients select what works for them. Accepts donations of food, personal care items, and pet food,

Offers a food pantry for individuals and families once a week. Delivery services are available once per month for those who are unable to get to the market. Delivered items include canned and boxed food, milk, eggs, meat, fresh produce, and household items. Food donations, such as non-perishable foods, fresh produce, and personal care items, are accepted.

Pathway of Hope: Designated case management for families with children. Food Shelf: Available once per calendar month. Walk-in during open hours. Culturally-specific food is often available. Hygiene: Hygiene kits are typically available. Showers are available for people who are unhoused during specific hours. Transportation: Must be able to verify that the client has a permanent job for which they have not received their first paycheck or a medical appointment. Clients should bring a letter (on company letterhead) stating when they started working and when they will get their first paycheck. Transportation is limited to once a year. Case-by-case exceptions may be made depending on the transportation need. Employment services: job leads, resume assistance, job search techniques instruction Seasonal services: Family Camp, coats for kids, holiday programs for Easter and Thanksgiving, and emergency disaster services. Referrals to rental assistance/rent deposit (funding is limited), car repair services, and budget counseling.

Provides a 5-day food supply according to family size and may occasionally have pet food for homeless and low-income pet owners. Services include: - Distribution of personal care supplies such as bar soap, cleaning supplies, dish soap, laundry soap, soap products, shampoo, toilet paper, and toothpaste. Supplies are limited depending on donation items. - Donations of food and personal care items are accepted - Volunteer opportunities to help work with clients, assist in shopping, stock shelves, and accept contributions

Health care services to youth, including:

- Condoms and safer sex supplies

- First aid supplies

- Harm reduction supplies (when available)

- HIV rapid testing

- Hygiene products

- Medical resources

- Pregnancy testing​

- Referrals to helpful resources in the community

Bus and Gas Transportation: Bus and gas cards are available for individuals who are experiencing homelessness and in a Housing Registry program or for individuals who are starting a job but haven't received their first paycheck yet.

Food Shelf: The food shelf can be used once every 30-days. Families receive three to five days of food. Hygiene items may be available as supplies last. HeatShare and Seasonal Programs: Provides the Heatshare application program and seasonal services such as Family Camp, back to school program, seasonal programs Housing Hub: Connects single adults ages 18 and over and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless in Anoka County with a Housing Specialist. Housing Specialists provide housing problem solving and can assist households with practical solutions, identify sources, alternatives, and mediate conflict resolution between landlords, friends, or family. The initial access point to be connected with a Housing Specialist is short-term with a 30-day timeframe. After 30 days initial contact, households with no other pathways identified who meet eligibility requirements can be connected to a Housing Assessor and complete a Housing Needs Assessment. Individuals and families who complete a Housing Needs Assessment will be added to the Housing Registry.

​Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP): Funds are only available to individuals and families facing an eviction. Funding varies month to month and may not be available. NOTE: One phone line is set aside for this program. It stays open until there are more than 80 requests per week. Then it is closes until staff are caught up on intakes. When the intakes are caught up, the line is opened again. Individuals should try the phone number a few times throughout the week.

If someone asks, let them know to keep checking Line 5 — it will open again soon.

Rapid Rehousing: Provides services for people experiencing homelessness that have found housing.

Voucher Program: Vouchers for clothing (adults and families), and bedding/linens. Provides Bridging referrals for individuals needing furniture.