- Bible Study Courses: Free correspondence courses provide inmates with an introduction to the Bible and its messages. - Chaplaincy and Counseling: Chaplains and counselors are available to visit inmates; conduct Bible classes, chapel services, and musical programs; and provide individual or group counseling. - Family Services: Help to families may include spiritual counseling, material aid, group support. - Christmas Aid to Inmates' Families: Service brings joy to families by providing a catalog of gifts inmates can choose for their families. Prisons participating include: Moose Lake/Willow River, St Cloud, Sandstone, Hennepin County Workhouse, Red Wing, Faribault, Shakopee and Lino Lakes. - Community Corrections: Inmates preparing for release or parole may be eligible for court-approved services offered by Salvation Army including job training and placement, housing services through Harbor Light or the Adult Rehabilitation Center, and help in reestablishing family and community relationships. Referrals to Salvation Army offices and outside agencies for financial assistance and other social service needs.

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 - Meals on wheels - 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 - Medical services - Housing - Budgeting - Parenting education - Transportation - Etc

Services include: - Afterschool program - SEL activities - Basic needs support - Holiday project gifts at holiday time - Individual and group support services and referral - In-school and after school homework tutoring - Junior and senior high peer leadership, community service and philanthropy program: Key Club - One-to-one and group mentoring - Peaceful playground facilitation at elementary school - Summer enrichment program - Youth board - recreation center youth activities Academic and life skills enrichment programs: - Children's garden - ECO Club and Water Project - Partnering with City of Ely - recreation activities at recreation center and city parks - Social and emotional learning activities year round - STEM activities year round

- Provides toys for children in need - Starts taking calls on December 1 and continues until Christmas Eve

- Provides toys for children in need (Angel Tree) - Provides Christmas baskets to those in need

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 - Meals on wheels - 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 - Medical services - Housing - Budgeting - Parenting education - Transportation - Etc

Assistance with: - Lodging for individuals experiencing homelessness - Rent assistance (in case of eviction) - Seasonal/holiday help - School supplies - Utility assistance (in case of shut-off) - Winter clothing and coats for kids

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 - Meals on wheels - 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 - Medical services - Housing - Budgeting - Parenting education - Transportation - Etc

- Provides toys for children in need

Christmas program provides toys and food boxes for families.

Community partnership program that provides gifts for low-income children and senior citizens.

- Provides toys for children in need and food for individuals and families

- 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.

- Caregiver Support: Provides social connection to other caregivers in similar situations, fostering support groups by location. Retreats, support groups, and online groups offered to members. - Critical Financial Assistance: Rent, mortgage, utility, and medical bills; based on need - Donations: Online and mail donations accepted - Holiday Program: Back to School Brigade, Holiday Meals for Military, Star Spangled Baby Showers, Holiday Toy Drive, Homefront Celebrations, Military Child of the Year events. Visit website for events in the area. - Vehicle Repair

- Links to Human Service Programs - Job Search - Programs and services based on needs of service area

Collect and distribute new toys for Christmas. Serves children 0 - 16 years old. Registration is required, visit www.UnitedWayBemidji.org to learn more and to register. In December, parents and guardians go "shopping" and receive a gift for each child, as well as a board game for the family to enjoy.

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 - Meals on wheels - 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 - Medical services - Housing - Budgeting - Parenting education - Transportation - Etc

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 - Meals on wheels - 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 - Medical services - Housing - Budgeting - Parenting education - Transportation - Etc

Personal services include: - Community center/youth programming - Seasonal programs - Visits to seniors and individuals who are sick - Personal care items