Matches children who do not live with both parents (i.e. single parents, foster homes, certain step family homes, etc.) with adult mentors Provides recreational activities for children with or without mentors

Cash-grant program for families with low incomes experiencing household emergencies. Families can receive assistance once every 12 months. The assistance received must resolve the crisis. Families must use their own money first. The amount of assistance provided might not cover the entire emergency, but it can help.

- Provides Christian support and encouragement for single moms - Speakers - Bible study - Children's programs provided on site during the same time period - Nursery through Junior high - Senior high group

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Current classes and events vary. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups and parent resources. Topics of discussion may include challenging behaviors, activities that support toddlers learning, parenting styles, setting limits, preventing power struggles, temper tantrums, sleep issues, behavior guidance, and other benefits for parents and their children. - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 5. Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) classes are offered. - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics