- Individuals/families receive a 7-day supply of food including fresh or frozen meat, dairy, produce, non-perishable items, dry goods, and personal care items. Shopping is done in the in-person choice model or via a pre-packaged non-choice selection provided through the Market drive-thru option. Food can be accessed once a month per household. Emergency bags are also available. - Market Express is an express drive-thru food pick-up on specific dates throughout the month. Food package includes 3-4 day supply including meat, dairy, produce, and dry goods (contents may vary). Visit website for schedule, times, and to sign up. - Market Cart is a mobile produce program that delivers fresh produce to senior living communities - Market on the Move (MOM) provides a refrigerated van that distributes food throughout area communities and also offers snacks and lunches during the summer - Food shelf accepts donations of fresh, frozen, canned, packaged food, personal care items, and cleaning products

A drop-in resource center for youth who are experiencing homelessness. Offers assistance with: - Basic needs such as food, clothing, hygiene products and sleeping bags - Building networks of support, personal wellbeing, and housing stability - Case management - Essential services related to medical and mental health, legal assistance, education and employment support - Moving in supplies

Clearinghouse to help individuals in need connect with local resources to meet their needs. Gap ministries by partner churches include: - Baby clothing (sizes newborn - 3T) and winter clothing - Furniture including bunk beds - Household cleaning items - Linens, laundry and dish soap - Personal care items - Transportation - Widows support group

- Baby and Toddler Care Packages: Clients participating in the food shelf may also receive a care package that contains diapers/pull-ups, wipes, onesies, hats, baby lotion and body wash, formula, bottles, and baby food. Not all items are always available based on supply. - Birthday Bags: Clients participating in the food shelf may receive a "Birthday Bag" for each child's birthday filled with candles, cake decorations, party favors for 6 - 8 kids, themed plates/napkins/etc., colorful party decorations (table cloths, paper streamers, etc.), and small toys or crafts. Parents can also choose one birthday cake or cupcakes. - LearnStrong Back To School: Provides backpacks filled with school supplies. - Toys of Joy Holiday Program: Provides a special event in December where parents can shop for toys for their children.

Provides clothing, school supplies and hygiene items

Provides services to youth who are experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center. Services include: Basic Necessities: - Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi - Clothing vouchers - Grocery Vouchers - Meals - Showers - Toiletries - Transportation assistance Housing and Shelter Options: - Coordinated entry assessments to homeless youth - Crisis nursery program - Emergency shelter and Mankato Youth Street Outreach program - Independent living housing assistance - Links to public housing services - Short-term housing options Support and Education: - Community and volunteer service - Financial assistance - Licensed therapists - Ongoing case management - Rental information through RentWise Preparation for Employment and Independent Living: - Assistance filing taxes - Assistance in obtaining legal documentation such as birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses, and more - Budgeting and financial planning - College preparation - Completing college financial aid forms (FAFSA) - Job searching - Interviewing skills - Nutrition and cooking assistance - Resume writing Recreational Activities: - Art activities - Field trips - Movie days and more

Food, personal care items, pet food, and household cleaning items are provided when available. Donations accepted: - Food: Canned and boxed foods (such as Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, beef stew and soup); cereal; peanut butter; jelly; spaghetti sauce; juice; rice; pasta; potatoes; sugar; flour and baking mixes; pet food - Household Items: Dish soap, laundry soap and cleaning supplies - Personal Items: Toilet paper, bar soap, deodorant, toothpaste and shampoo/conditioner Individuals and families may access once a month for all services, and weekly for produce, dairy and bread.

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

Food pantry, including baby diapers and wipes.

Food, personal care items, pet food, and household cleaning items are provided when available. Donations accepted: - Food: Canned and boxed foods (such as Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, beef stew and soup); cereal; peanut butter; jelly; spaghetti sauce; juice; rice; pasta; potatoes; sugar; flour and baking mixes; pet food - Household Items: Dish soap, laundry soap and cleaning supplies - Personal Items: Toilet paper, bar soap, deodorant, toothpaste and shampoo/conditioner Individuals and families may access once a month for all services, and weekly for produce, dairy and bread.

Health services including: - Health assessment - Health education - Foot care provided by nurses - Referrals to health resources - Health advocacy - Hygiene products

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 the 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

- Located 2.3 miles south of Target on Highway 169 (east side of road) - Donations of Clothing can be taken to the Service Center at this time - They will accept clothing and other merchandise as there is room available to store it - Emergency Food Boxes on site - Please call for larger items to donate

- Offers a wide variety of foods such as produce, meats, grains, milk, eggs, deli items, and personal care items. Families and individuals can use the food shelf once per month by appointment. - Curbside pick-up services are available during service hours. Families and individuals can pick up food as needed. ?- Accepts donations of nonperishable food and select personal care/household items including menstrual products, toilet paper, and paper towel

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.

Accepts donations of and provides fresh produce in the summertime and meat, eggs, and milk year-round. Households may visit 1 time per month for staples and canned goods, and once a week for perishables including produce, bread, and refrigerated items. Each member of the household receives a toothbrush and 15 pounds of staples and canned goods, and as many perishable items as they would like.

Provides educational classes to pregnant women, mothers, parents, or individuals making an adoption plan to engage in positive mentor relationships, life coaching, setting goals, and activities, with the opportunity to earn items. Items Earned by Participation: - Adult care items - Breastfeeding supplies - Infant care items such as clothing, diapers, diaper wipes, etc. - Maternity clothes voucher and baby clothing voucher - Pack N'Play and/or car seat Educational Classes Offered: - Breastfeeding education and support - Car seat safety education - Childbirth education - Doula services - Infant CPR - Infant care - Life groups - Life skills - Parenting - Safe sleep

Provides food each week to individuals and families. Shoppers (households) can choose from a variety of food items including produce, milk, bread, and dairy products. Personal care items are provided when available. Grocery delivery is also available.

Food, personal care items, pet food, and household cleaning items are provided when available. Donations accepted: - Food: Canned and boxed foods (such as Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, beef stew and soup); cereal; peanut butter; jelly; spaghetti sauce; juice; rice; pasta; potatoes; sugar; flour and baking mixes; pet food - Household Items: Dish soap, laundry soap and cleaning supplies - Personal Items: Toilet paper, bar soap, deodorant, toothpaste and shampoo/conditioner Individuals and families may access once a month for all services, and weekly for produce, dairy and bread.

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

Food, personal care items, pet food, and household cleaning items are provided when available. Donations accepted: - Food: Canned and boxed foods (such as Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper, beef stew and soup); cereal; peanut butter; jelly; spaghetti sauce; juice; rice; pasta; potatoes; sugar; flour and baking mixes; pet food - Household Items: Dish soap, laundry soap and cleaning supplies - Personal Items: Toilet paper, bar soap, deodorant, toothpaste and shampoo/conditioner Individuals and families may access once a month for all services, and weekly for produce, dairy and bread.

Provides pantry staples, eggs, milk, meats, bakery items, fresh fruits and vegetables, toiletry items and paper products, and cleaning supplies when available. Accepts donations of food and paper products.

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

St. Charles Area Food Shelf is a food pantry offering supplemental food for persons in need. The pantry provides a variety of foods and personal items including frozen foods, canned food, toothpaste, soap, and infant formula. On occasion the food shelf can provide diapers, feminine products, and Depends incontinence products.

Drop-in center for homeless youth: - Provides computers for homework and job searches, a game room, kitchen, lockers, showers, storage areas, and a washer and dryer - Provides housing assessment for coordinated entry for youth who are at risk of being homeless, or are already homeless and seeking housing resources. Housing assessments can be provided over the phone. - 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)