Offers groceries for those in need once a month. Amount provided depends on size of family. Clients are able to choose which food they want. Food donations are accepted.

Provides a thrift store for the community. The thrift store sells: - Clothing, fashion accessories, casual home furnishings, and unique furniture pieces - Donations are accepted at the store. Visit website for a complete list of acceptable items and donation guidelines.

Offers food shelves once a month by appointment to receive fresh produce, frozen meat, shelf-stable foods, bread and bakery items, personal care products, household cleaning supplies, and pet food when available. In addition, they may visit weekly for fresh produce, dairy, and bread/bakery items. Donations are accepted during food shelves' open hours and may include canned and boxed foods, cereal, peanut butter, pasta, rice, juice, pet food, dish and laundry soap, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, and shampoo/conditioner.

Individuals, community groups, and businesses can support victims of domestic violence by donating materials or volunteering. Available volunteer positions range from court advocacy to roles in maintenance, mentorship, office assistance, public speaking, reception and transportation support. All items should be new or gently used. Bedding and Household Items: - Standard size pillows - Twin blankets - Twin Bedding - Towels and wash cloths - Cooking utensils - Pots and pans - Cookie sheets - Toilet paper - Paper towels - Air mattresses Infants and Toddlers: - Baby teething rings, pacifiers, bottles, bibs - Diapers, sizes 4, 5, and 6 - Pull-ups - Disposable wipes - Baby bottles - Baby Monitors - Baby formula - Pedialyte - Clothes - Boys underwear - New Car Seats Children's enrichment center items: - Family board games - Card games (Uno, playing cards, memory, etc.) - Barbies, baby dolls, Infant toys, dump trucks - Art supplies (paints, brushes, colored pencils, glitter, stencils, markers) - Office paper, colored construction paper, butcher paper - Combined easel/chalkboard - School supplies Transitional clients moving out: - Hangers - Kitchen mat - Soap dispenser - Dishes - Cups/mugs - Silverware - Pots/pans - Coffee maker - Microwave - Toaster - Blender - Can Opener - Peeler - Cutting boards/cutting mats - Toilet paper - Toilet brush - Plunger - Towels - Shower curtain - Cleaning supplies, mops, brooms - Curtain rings - Curtain liner - Wastebasket - Personal care items Pet Supplies: - Dog collars - Dog and cat harnesses - Dog and cat food/treats - Dog and cat grooming combs/brushes - Litterbox liners - Cat litter Other Items: - Large bottles of shampoo, soap, face wash - Band aids - Hair products for women of color - Feminine hygiene products - Bus Tokens (Dial-A-Ride) - Gift cards for gas, retail stores, or groceries - Books (adult and child) - Paint By Number (for adults and children) - Ladies business attire - Ladies bathrobes - Household tool kits - Women's 1x pants, pajamas, hoodies - Women's tennis shoes & sandals size 8, 9, 10 - File-type organizers - Planners All cell phones are accepted, including cell phones without chargers or accessories, and broken cell phones. If a phone can't be converted, it is recycled. To donate, simply drop off or mail cell phones to the Mid-Minnesota Women's Center

Operates a network of five partner food shelves in which clients shop for their own food and have the opportunity to meet with a volunteer to learn about additional resources. Also operates a Nutrition Assistance Program for older adults in Burnsville, Farmington, Lakeville, and Rosemount, which provides monthly food support to low-income older adults.

Halfway home which provides a sober environment including: - Meals: One home cooked meal provided daily. 2 other meals available daily at all hours for those unable to attend the scheduled daily meal. - Nursing and Medications:Registered Nurse staff provide coverage for basic needs and medication administration - Self-Help Groups: Participation in Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and other self-help groups is encouraged but not mandatory on site - Transportation: Provided by staff for residents in need of travel to mental illness/chemical dependency treatment, medical appointments, and emergencies. Also provides bus vouchers for residents in need on a daily first come first served basis. Accepts donations of: - Blankets - Board games - Books - Decks of cards - Gently used clothing including outerwear, socks and shoes - Magazines - Puzzles - Towels Internships available.

Donations accepted: - Backpacks - Bath towels and washcloths - Blankets - Large and small in-kind monetary donations - Lotion - Men's and women's sweat suits, size medium through 4 extra large - Men's boxers of all sizes - Men's hoodies size medium through 4 extra large - Men's shoes/hiking boots size 10-14 - Men's sweat pants size medium through 4 extra large - Pillows - Winter gloves of all sizes - Women's hoodies size medium through 4 extra large - Women's sweat pants size medium through 4 extra large - Women's underwear size small through 2 extra large

Earn While You Learn Program: Limited assistance with baby furniture, car seats, diapers, wipes, formula, infant and maternity clothing, and other supplies to clients enrolled in the Earn While You Learn (EWYL) program. Parents can earn Baby Bucks after attending each lesson offered through BrightCourse, which can be redeemed in the Baby Boutique. BrightCourse: Available in-person or online - Abstinence and sex behavior education: Contraceptives and their side effects, natural family planning, and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) - Financial budgeting and life skills education: Provides assistance and referrals for employment, financial, and housing needs - Parenting education: Also offers co-parenting - Pregnancy education: Breastfeeding, infant care, labor and delivery, prenatal care, and more Other Related Services - Advocates for mentoring for crisis pregnancy and other needs - Pro-life crisis pregnancy counseling and mentoring - Medical services: Pregnancy tests, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing and treatment, and ultrasounds ?- Mothers' support group that meets weekly over coffee NOTE: Accepts donations of new and gently used baby/children's clothing (up to size 5T), maternity clothing, and equipment that is clean and in good condition (high chairs, strollers, and toys).

Accepts and provides pick up of donated electronic items such as: - Batteries - Calculators and GPS - Cell phones, smart phones, and telephones - Computers, notebooks, and laptops - Cathode Ray Tub (CRT) TV's and monitors (CRT TV's may have a fee charge) - Flat panel TV's and monitors - Hard drives and motherboards - Ink and toner - iPads and tablets - Mice, keyboards, and cords - Modems, internet routers, hubs, and firewalls - MP3 players, iPods, and iTouch - Projector TV's - Random electronic hardware - Scanners, printers, and fax machines - Stereo, record players, and speakers

Provides monthly food services for those in need. Clients are able to visit the food shelf once a month. Services include: - A combination of fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, milk, and other perishable and nonperishable items such as personal hygiene items or pet food are provided. How much a client can take depends on their family size, and availability. Donations are also accepted. - Pop-Up Pantry: Provides extra food for anyone in need. The client will be able to pick the food items they would like from what is available that day. This visit is extra and does not affect a regular monthly visit. - Drive-thru: Provides extra food for anyone in need. A volunteer will load up pre-packed food into the vehicle. This visit is extra and does not affect a regular monthly visit.

Selling new and used household goods, clothing, and other items. For donation information and to arrange pick up of items, call either location. See website for complete listing of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Fee charged for donation pickup

Offers four thrift shop locations that vary in items available for purchase. All proceeds return to STEP. Fire Starters and Hand-Loomed Rugs - Always available for purchase in-store or online - Bulk purchasing options available - Made from recycled materials like denim, fabric scraps, and newsprint Gently Used Clothing - Accepting accessories - Accepting adult and children's clothing Household Items - Decorative items and pictures - Glassware and cookware - Small, working kitchen appliances Other Recyclables: These items are used in Fire Starters, rugs, and other projects: - Candles - Craft supplies - Denim jeans - Newsprint - Thread - Toilet paper rolls Recyclable Fabrics: Fabric must be clean but can be torn or stained. Materials are repurposed into rugs, fire starters, or sold to other organizations. Toys and Games - Board games - Children's books - Puzzles - Toys Donations that are not accepted: - Car seats - Cribs - Electronics - Large furniture - Mattresses

A free clothing store offering new and gently used clothing and shoes. Plus, hygiene supplies like shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste etc. Accepts new and gently used donations.

Provides supplemental food according to family size. Clients may use the food shelf up to two times per month. Donations can be dropped off at the east door at any time.

- Provides resources, assistance and support to anyone interested in becoming MagiKids teachers to teach kids through Magic: The Gathering - Provides MagiKids kits including instructional materials, unsorted cards and accessories to teachers and mentors to teach kids Magic: The Gathering game - Accepts Magic: The Gathering cards and other items as donations

Accepts donations of: - $30, for a one-night stay for guests and caregivers - Coffee - Disinfectant wipes - Forever postage stamps - Hand sanitizer - Individually wrapped candy - Liquid hand soap (large refill bottles) - Lysol spray - Paper napkins - Paper towels - Pop tabs - Scrubbing Bubbles - Soft Scrub, Lemon - Toilet bowl cleaner - Ziploc bags

Thrift store offers low-priced, gently used clothing for sale to the public. - Accepts new and gently used clothing and household goods. Does not accept electronics or appliances, used toys, or furniture. - Volunteer opportunities available as sorter, stocker, or cashier

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 a 3-day supply of food in emergency situations; accepts donations and offers volunteer opportunities

Food shelf serving individuals in need providing frozen meat, dairy, eggs, fresh produce, bread, and non-perishable items. Limited hygiene items may be available as supplies last. - Households may receive food one time each month - Accepts donations of food, household items, and hygiene items such as diapers, wipes, and adult incontinence supplies

Equipment donations needed: - Musical equipment (baritones, bass violins, bassoons, cello-baritones, cello-tenors, clarinets, cornets, drum kits, flutes, French horns, guitars, oboes, saxophone-altos, saxophone-baritones, saxophone-tenors, trombones, trumpets, tubas, violas, and violins) - New or gently used athletic equipment (especially high-quality name brands) - TI-83 graphing calculators

Children's clothing program offered through the Duluth Public Schools or another community agency. Clothing includes: - Boots - Mittens ???- One new and three used school outfits for classroom wear - Shoes - Snow pants - Winter hat - Winter jacket Accepts donations of good used clothing suitable for school. Does not accept used shoes or boots.

Accepts donations of and provides ingredients for a family meal (with recipes) and staples for breakfast and lunch to feed families in need over the weekend. Items may include things like: - Cereal - Can goods include chicken, fruits, soup, tuna, and vegetables - Gift cards - Granola bars - Macaroni and cheese - Pasta - Peanut butter and jelly - Rice - Spaghetti sauce

Thrift shop. Accepts donations that are clean, including: - Books - Carry-on-sized luggage - Clothing, clean and folded - DVD movies - Furniture, upon approval - Games and puzzles in original container - Greeting cards - Holiday decor - Household goods - Jewelry - Linens - Music - Pictures and frames - Purses - Radios, turntables, and CD/DVD/cassette players - Shoes - Small kitchen electronics - Small toys that are complete with no missing parts - Stuffed animals

Three-day supply of food for area residents who are in need of food. Accepts donations of non-perishable food, personal care items, and monetary donations.