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Provides clothing, school supplies, and hygiene items

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

Provides the follwing services: - Adopt a Family: A holiday giving program connecting low-income families with anonymous sponsors that provide the families with gifts and necessities ?- Birthday Shelf: Gifts and party supplies to celebrate a child's birthday - Personal Hygiene: Personal hygiene items and cleaning supplies given out once per month to stretch budgets - Pet Food Assistance: Pet food available once per month if needed - Ready to Learn: School supplies and backpacks for children in grades K-12

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.

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 support and resources to youth experiencing homelessness in the Mankato area through The REACH Youth Resource Center. Services Offered: Basic Necessities: - Access to computers, laptops, and Wi-Fi - Clothing and grocery vouchers - Meals, showers, and toiletries - Transportation assistance Housing and Shelter Options: - Connections to public housing programs - Coordinated entry assessments for homeless youth - Crisis nursery program - Emergency shelter and street outreach services - Independent living, housing assistance, and short-term housing options Support and Education: - Access to licensed therapists - Community and volunteer service opportunities - Financial assistance - Ongoing case management- Rental education through RentWise Preparation for Employment and Independent Living: - Assistance with taxes and obtaining legal documents (birth certificates, social security cards, driver's licenses) - Budgeting and financial planning - College preparation and FAFSA completion - Job searching, resume writing, and interview skills - Nutrition and cooking support Recreational Activities: - Art projects, field trips, movie days, and other social activities

- 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

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 shelf providing canned goods and personal hygiene products. Donations accepted, visit the website for current list of needs: https://sharednetspace.com/mcefs2026B/index.php/how-you-can-help

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. - Provides computers for homework and job searches, a game room, kitchen, lockers, showers, storage areas, and a washer and dryer - 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)

Community food shelf providing shelf-stable food and personal hygiene items

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.

Food shelf with mainly non-perishable food; usually some fresh produce and some frozen meats. - May have diapers and personal care items on occasion - Accepts donations of food and infant needs - Amounts limited by family size - Clients may visit once a month unless they have emergency needs and need to visit more often

Provides emergency food and assists participants with enrolling in and renewing SNAP benefits. Health, beauty, and other household items may be available

Provides food weekly and in emergencies - Provides a variety of non-perishables including canned goods, boxed foods, and beverages - Refrigerated items include meat, margarine, eggs, and cheese - Provides personal items such as deodorant, toilet paper and tissues, dish and laundry soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and toothbrushes Non-perishable food and personal hygiene donations are accepted

Provides a food shelf to those in need. Clients receive roughly 20-25 pounds of food per person. Food, paper products, toiletry items, as well as cash donations are welcome.

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.

Food shelf which can be used once in a 30-day period. Families receive food for three - five days. Hygiene items may be available as supplies last. Vouchers for clothing (adults and families), and bedding/linens. Provides Bridging referrals for individuals needing furniture. Transportation: Bus and gas cards are available for individuals who are experiencing homelessness and in a Coordinated Entry program or for individuals who are starting a job but haven't received their first paycheck yet. HeatShare, seasonal services, Family Camp, back to school program, seasonal programs Coordinated Entry assessments for adult families and singles 24 and older in Anoka County 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. Street Outreach: Provides outreach services such as food and transportation for people experiencing homelessness.

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.

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 well-being, and housing stability - Case management - Essential services related to medical and mental health, legal assistance, education, and employment support - Moving in supplies

Provides a food shelf offering 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. The food shelf: - Accepts donations of nonperishable food and select personal care/household items are accepted. Donations accepted include menstrual products, toilet paper, and paper towel. - Food delivery program designed to make food access simple for those unable to visit the food shelf in person - Offers curbside pick-up services are available during service hours. Families and individuals can pick up food as needed.

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

Provides non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to individuals in need. Amount of food is based on size of the household.

- 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.

- 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