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Provides the following services once every 12 months:

• Discounted Cell Phones: A representative from Open Access Connections is available 9:30 am - 11:30 am Tuesdays, except the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Helps clients with applying for a discounted $30 cell phone and/or voicemail number/box. NOTE: The Basilica does not provide the cell phones or help with the $30 cost of the cell phone.

• Gas Cards: $20 maximum to Speedway. A valid drivers license is required.

• Vouchers: Provides vouchers for obtaining a state ID, Minnesota driver's license, birth certificate from any state, and to the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store for clothing and/or housewares (no furniture). Bus cards are available to those with a verifiable new job and gas cards for individuals with a valid driver's license. Must reside in the city of Minneapolis.

Provides the following services once every 30 days:

• Hygiene items

• Laundry vouchers for one wash and dry (limited supply)

Through a voucher system administered by on-call volunteers from member churches, funds are set up to help those who fall in between the cracks of other assistance. Vouchers are provided for electric service, gas money, gas service, heating fuel, rental deposit assistance, rent payment assistance, and water service assistance. Vouchers do not cover the amount of a total client's bill, the client must pay some of the bill on their own. Volunteers provide spiritual ministry as well as the ministry of meeting the person's basic needs for emergency food and shelter. Offers free laundry services once a month through Laundry of Love program

Provides support services for victims of domestic and sexual violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Services include:

• Community advocates

• Domestic violence safety planning and response

• Hotline for information and referral

• Housing (emergency/short-term, including domestic violence shelter)

• Safety planning

• Sexual assault/rape crisis response

• Support groups and talking circles

• Traditional healing and referrals

• Transportation assistance locally

• Transportation assistance including bus fare for relocation

Services provided:

• Food Boxes

• Home Visiting Program for first time parents starting pre-natally

• Information & Referral

• Lending Library for Parents and Children

• Summer programs for preschool and elementary age children

• Youth as Resources

• MAC (Mothers and Children supplemental nutrition for 5-year olds)

• NAPS (Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors)

• WIC (Women, Infants and Children nutrition program)

• Parent Educaiton classes (parents of elementary and teenage students)

• Family Support (provides emergency gas vouchers and other assistnace to support families on a limited basis)

• MNSure Navigators

• Legal Kiosks

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.

Emergency food, shelter, gas money, and other assistance

• Clothing

• Emergency food, rent, and shelter/lodging assistance

?- Household items

• Travel in most emergencies/bus tickets

• Utility bills

???- Referral information

Pays Part B Medicare, Medigap, commercial health insurance, and COBRA premiums for dialysis patients who have insufficient income and savings; this is a "last resort" source of financial assistance. The American Kidney Fund Safety Net Grants cover:

• Disaster relief grants
• Transportation expenses for travel to dialysis
• Prescription medications
• Other necessities that patients may have related to their treatment
• Kidney donor expenses
• The cost of dialysis while traveling (emergency dialysis)

Also offer nutritional products and durable medical supplies at discount prices through contracts with certain mail-order pharmacies

Provides various basic needs programs such as:

• Emergency loans that may help cover costs such as a car repair, electricity bill, heating bill, funeral cost, medical, rent, or other need

• Food distribution program

• Food shelf

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.

Provides a homeless shelter that serves men, women, and families. The shelter consists of four dorm rooms, up to three women's spaces, and up to four family spaces. Services also include:

• Housing resources and coordinated entry assessments

?- Limited crisis help for gas or personal needs

• Service staff working one-on-one with clients to identify needs and make referrals to community resources

Provides assistance with:

• Bus fare/gas money for transportation to and from work, medical appointments, and school

• Car repair assistance

• Electric and gas disconnect assistance

• Limited fuel oil assistance

• Employment-related items (varies by donations)

NOTE: Financial assistance is extremely limited. Funds vary from month to month. Other available support:

• Diapers and formula (availability varies based on donations)

• Personal hygiene items

Emergency Assistance is short-term, one-time assistance for families in a financial crisis that poses a direct threat to their physical health or safety. Services may include:

• Home repairs that make the house livable or clean up expenses for an apartment or home to make it livable

• Moving expenses

• Other additional food support for people who have special dietary needs

• Property tax help for past due taxes

• Transportation to relocate on a case-by-base basis for bus tickets only

• Utility bills at risk of shut off such as electric, heating, or water bills in the city of Minneapolis. Rent must be current and up-to-date in order to receive assistance for utility help.

NOTE: EA does not help with rent assistance. Households who need rent assistance must apply through the Tenant Resource Connection Rent Help Hennepin application.

Provides emergency financial assistance to veterans, service members, and their families facing temporary hardships due to military service-related incidents or medical issues. Assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis, with no repayment required

• Accepts monetary donations online to support military veterans in need and their families

• Donated funds are provided to assist families with quality-of-life issues

• Funding from the program assists in critical areas such as utilities, auto payments, insurance, auto repair, food, and rent for situations that require a quick turnaround

NOTE: Second requests will be accepted, but they must be for essential reasons, with immediate needs supported by the Chain of Command or verifying individuals with at least 45 days separating the two requests.

Provides a $20 Holiday Gas Card and $20 Bus Card to individuals needing transportation to work.

• Bus fare for transportation to work

• Gas money for transportation to work

• Transportation to a funeral

Provides emergency financial assistance to adults in active cancer treatment for basic, non-medical needs. Assistance is provided once per lifetime for needs such as:

• Cub Foods gift cards

• Gasoline purchases using Holiday fuel cards

• Rent or mortgage payment

• Home or cell phone bill

• Gas, electric, or water bill

• Garbage bill

Offers vouchers to meet transportation needs for people who are struggling. Before a voucher is given an in-depth conversation will take place between the individual and staff to determine individual's circumstances. Vouchers may be issued for:

• Bicycles for individuals without transportation who are either looking for work through an employment agency or are currently employed and agree to forego all future requests for bus passes, gas, etc

• Bus passes (city) for work, school, or seeking employment

• Bus or train tickets for individuals or families needing a one-way ticket in verified emergency situations (for after-hours transportation emergencies contact Law Enforcement Dispatch Center)

• Gas for valid and insured driver working with an employment agency to job search or experiencing unexpected circumstance such as reduced work hours

• Taxi cabs vouchers may be used in urgent circumstances

Provides various basic needs programs such as:

• Emergency loans that may help cover costs such as a car repair, electricity bill, heating bill, funeral cost, medical, rent, or other need

• Food distribution program

• Food shelf

Helps patients pay their bills while they undergo treatment for cancer. Pays essential living expenses (car repair, electricity, heat, medical, mortgage, phone, rent, and water) so patients can focus on getting well. Maximum payment for patients receiving treatment is $1,500/year. Prefers to pay larger bills instead of multiple smaller bills. If a bill exceeds $1,500, the organization will pay $1,500 towards the bill. Financial assistance is provided directly to the creditor, not the individual requesting it.

• Provide transportation to and from medical appointments

• Priority list: 1. Elders 2. Diabetics/Dialysis 3. Chemo/Cancer Patients 4. Heart Patients 5. Disabilities 6. Remaining Population Medical Transportation Reimbursement Program (MRP) - Pays for the most cost effective way to get you to the closest provider with the level of care you need. Patient must be enrolled in a MN Health Care Program. -Pays for you to drive your own vehicle, have a family member take you or a friend. Reimbursement cost includes mileage at the rate of .20 per mile and parking fees, as well as, lodging and meals if your required medical attention isn't available locally. This program does not have a priority list. Medical Volunteer Driver Program - Offers medical transportation by a registered volunteer driver, who will transport you to the closest provider capable of providing care you need. Volunteer drivers will be reimbursed at .51 per mile and the service is provided at no cost to you. Patient must be enrolled in a MN Health Care Program. This program does not have a priority list.

Emergency General Assistance meets the emergency needs of eligible individuals who are in an emergency and who are residents of the state. Funding availability may vary. EGA can offer emergency help with the following:

• Damage or rental deposits on a case-by-case basis

• Home repairs that make the house livable or clean up expenses for an apartment or home to make it livable

• Moving expenses. May provide assistance to older adults or individuals living with a disability with moving fees associated with moving companies that pick up belongings and relocate the resident to a new residence.

• Other additional food support for people who have special dietary needs

• Property tax help for past due taxes

• Transportation to relocate on a case-by-base basis for bus tickets only

• Utility bills at risk of shut off such as electric, heating, or water bills. Rent must be current and up-to-date in order to receive assistance for utility help.

NOTE: EGA does not help with rent assistance. Households who need rent assistance must apply through the Tenant Resource Connection Rent Help Hennepin application.

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

Helps youth who need support to thrive in the community. Services included:

• Bus cards to get around

• Case management

• Clothing items

• Financial counseling classes include bank accounts, budgeting, credit counseling, and savings

• Food Resources

• Hygiene products

• One on one individual mentoring and goal planning

• School needs such as school supplies and advocating on for children at school

• Shoes

• Young teen pregnancy (resources to help adolescents who dropped out of school go back and get their High School diploma or GED)

Temporary emergency assistance (up to $150) on a case by case basis including:

• Clothing
• Dental bill payment assistance
• Electricity bill payment assistance
• Food vouchers
• Furniture
• Gas bill payment assistance
• Gas vouchers
• Health insurance premium assistance
• Heating fuel bill payment assistance
• Medical bill payment assistance
• Mortgage payment assistance
• Prescription expense assistance
• Rent deposit and rent payment assistance
• Water service assistance.

Assistance must resolve the situation - not ongoing need.

Assists persons in an emergency situation with a bus ticket, depending on the availability of funds