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700 Lincoln Parkway, Northfield, MN 55057

A weekly food shelf where clients can walk through and choose nutritious foods, including fresh produce, dairy, meat, grains, pantry staples, and baby food.

- Available items may also include hygiene and household products, depending on donations.

- Donations of food and funds are accepted.

- Families with young children can access diapers (newborn through size 6) and wipes.

- Home delivery may be available for individuals with limited mobility or special circumstances.

- Staff assist with SNAP applications and connect clients with additional community resources.

6418 Bass Lake Road, Suite 2, Crystal, MN 55428

- Provides maternity and baby clothes to women who are pregnant or have children under age 1. Items are given in exchange for parents attending classes, viewing videos, and other activities - Accepts donations of new and used maternity and baby clothing that are clean and in good condition - Cannot accept used car seats, cribs, stuffed animals, baby bottles, or feeding items

128 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN 56011

Food shelf which provides 20 pounds of food per person. Families of four or more can visit twice a month. Individuals can visit once a month.

Accepts donations of food items such as fresh produce, fresh or frozen meat, dairy, shelf stable milk or non-dairy alternatives, and more.

3905 California Street NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

- Emergency Food Assistance: Individuals experiencing homelessness can receive food once a week. Other individuals may receive food once every 30 days. The amount provided is based on family size, with exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis. Clients have the option to choose the food items they prefer.

- Hygiene Products: Offers hygiene products to individuals in need.

- NAPS Distribution: Partners with local organizations to distribute nutritious and affordable produce to the community.

- SACA Delivers: Provides monthly deliveries of groceries to homebound older adults (ages 55+) and individuals with documented disabilities. Each delivery includes non-perishable items, dairy, eggs, butter, and frozen meat. The service also includes safety checks to ensure the well-being of recipients.

203 3rd Avenue NW, Waseca, MN 56093

A thrift store that sells new or gently used clothing for a minimal charge. Additional items available may include housewares, decor, children's items, books, and gently used furniture (all furniture must be approved before being brought into the building). Special deals are offered daily each week. Donations are accepted daily of new or clean gently used items. Items accepted include women, children, and men's clothing, shoes, accessories, electronics, books, linens and bedding, seasonal winter wear, and furniture in good condition. More about items accepted and not accepted can be found on the website.

4101 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407

- Provides gently used clothing for babies and kids up to size six, baby items and equipment, books, toys, maternity clothes, and diapers at affordable prices

  • Accepts donations of clean, gently used infant and children's clothing up to 6T, baby items, and maternity clothes
  • Accepts donations of new diapers, any size

1700 Second Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Staff and volunteers help each visitor shop for their choice of fresh produce, meat, bread, and shelf-stable foods. Participants may visit once per month and receive 20 pounds of food each time. Pet food and hygiene items are also provided when available. Accepts donations of nonperishable food items.

2544 Mounds View Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55112

Provides food, basic needs, and connections to other services for any school district family, as well as any low-income, food-insecure neighbor requesting assistance. Supplemental food supply (25 pounds per person in the family) for area residents available by appointment. Usage limited to once every 30 days.

1701 5th Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
  • Provides clean, gently worn coats or jackets for men and women, infant snowsuits, children's coats, snow pants and mittens, hats, scarves and boots for the whole family
  • First come, first served basis
12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Saint Paul, MN 55124

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.

624 Central Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Offers free clothing, food, household items, and toiletries monthly. Depending on the types of donations received, the items vary. Donations are accepted for new clothing only, gently used household items, and toiletries. Call to set up drop-off time.

738 First Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379

Offers a food shelf for households in need. Accepts donations of food items and pet food. The food shelf provides:

- 10-day supply of food once a month

- Fresh produce, dairy items, bakery goods, meat, and non-perishable items

- Hygiene products, diapers, and pet food depending on available items

- Mobile food truck deliveries to older adults in senior housing

- Volunteer-staff to assist clients

900 West 3rd Street, Winona, MN 55987-5987

Sells gently used and new building materials, tools, and furniture at a discount to the community. Inventory is donated by community businesses and individuals. Proceeds support local Habitat for Humanity repair and construction projects.

Items accepted include cabinets, furniture, doors, hardware, kitchen and bath fixtures, light fixtures, lumber, flooring, and more. Donation pick-up is available by appointment, and donations can be brought to the drive-thru during business hours.

Volunteer opportunities are available, including cashier, donation pick-up assistant, pricing, scrapping, sorting, and cleaning.

422 5th Avenue, Madison, MN 56256

Offers several thrift store locations. The thrift stores:

- Accepts donations of clean usable clothing, household items, furniture, and some appliances that are clean, usable, and in good condition. Tax Receipts are available for donations in good, usable condition.

- Sell used clothing, books, and small household items at a reduced price

1715 3rd Avenue NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721

Distributes emergency food to people in need. Availability of the food shelf is once every 30 days. Donations accepted, volunteer opportunities available.

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13801 Fairview Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337

Provides furniture and household items on a limited basis. Takes furniture requests throughout the year.

Donations for furniture and household items are accepted. Items accepted are housewares and glassware, pots, pans, kitchen and table linens, silverware, and limited pieces of small/large furniture items (sofas, love seats, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses/box springs, metal bed frames, and tables).

204 West Cavour, Fergus Falls, MN 56537

Provides a thrift store at three locations and offers daily specials. Victims may be eligible for a voucher at the thrift store to obtain clothing, household goods, and furniture items. Accepts donated items such as bedding/linens, books, movies, music/CDs, clothing, furniture, home decor, household appliances, jewelry, kitchen appliances, seasonal items, sporting goods, toys, and games. Items not accepted are baby furniture, televisions, computers, office printers, large appliances, mattresses, sleeper sofas, textbooks, exercise equipment, and items that are broken or non-working.

313 Columbus Avenue North, New Prague, MN 56071

Offers a food distribution center serving individuals in New Prague and the surrounding area. Accepts food (nonperishable items and fresh produce), personal care items, and monetary donations.

124 Winona Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923

Food shelf is a shopper's choice model. Households can shop as often as needed within the guidelines of what is allowed depending on size of household. Eggs, milk, cheese, butter are available to all households once a week.

Accepts donations from the public of food year round and money.

1902 5th Avenue, Suite 3, Anoka, MN 55303

Accepts donations of gently used and new supplies including: - Baby and children's clothing up to age 5 - Books - Diapers - High chairs - Maternity clothing - Shoes and socks - Strollers - Toys

15088 22nd Avenue NE, Suite 4, Little Falls, MN 56345

Donations Accepted for Relationship Building Services: These toys and games can be used to help caregivers and children connect, build a bond, and help the child talk about their feelings. Can visit the Amazon wish list for specific items that are needed: https://a.co/fjh1W7j

- Art supplies including markers, modeling clay, non-toxic paint, pipe cleaners, etc.

- Baby dolls of diverse ethnicities and accessories, including a bottle, bed, etc.

- Dollhouse families of various cultural backgrounds

- Multicultural books - especially those about emotions

- Play food items, plates, pots, etc.

- Play-Doh

- Playmobil toys including ambulances, fire trucks, hospitals, pirate ships, police cars, and schools

- Puppets and/or stuffed animals, including bunnies, crocodiles, mice, puppies, sharks, and turtles

- Simple games, including Candyland, Checkers, Connect 4, Jenga, Mancala, etc.

- Small drums and other small musical instruments

- Small plastic animals including crocodiles, dinosaurs, domestic animals, sharks, wild animals, etc.

- Small toy cars

- Toy doctor kits

Donations Accepted to Support Families

- Diapers

- Family size boxes of facial tissue

- Gift cards to retail stores such as Target or Walmart and gas stations, grocery stores, etc.

- Personal care items

601 Ash Street, Floodwood, MN 55736

Thrift Shop which sells gently used items.

Address unavailable

Offers various resources and living essentials to help individuals in the community. Resources may include:

- Baby care: Provides cribs, highchairs, strollers, and pack-n-plays.

- Bed items: Provides new mattresses, bed frames, and bunk beds

- Bikes: Provides bicycles for adults and children

- Birthday closet: Providing children’s birthday supplies

- Cleaning supplies: Essential household cleaning supplies

- Diapers: Provides diapers, pull ups, and baby wipes

- Kitchen Essentials: Offers a basic supply of silverware, dishes, cups, and cookware

- Laundry and dishwashing: Supplies such as detergent and soap

- Personal Care: Hygiene products for daily needs

- Towels: Providing kitchen, bath towels and washcloths

Note: Donations accepted