Afton

Local offices in Afton

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Local office · City office

  Afton City Hall

  3033 Saint Croix Trail, Afton, MN 55001

  Help here

  • City services and permitsGet help with city questions, permits, licenses, and service requests.Apply online
  • Sewer bill paymentPay a city sewer service bill or ask the city about sewer service.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 651-436-5090DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on aftonmn.gov

• Library · County office

  Valley Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library materials and programs, or ask staff for technology help.
  Call 651-436-5882Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on washcolib.org

City of Afton website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Afton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  PBC Fishes and Loaves Food Shelf Ministry

  Progressive Baptist Church

  11 miles from the center of Afton

  1505 Burns Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55106

  Hours

  • Sat10:30 AM to 12 PM. Weather permitting

  Who can come: Everyone

  Call 651-888-1101DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on pbcmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  St. Matthew’s Catholic Church

  Loaves & Fishes

  13 miles from the center of Afton

  510 Hall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55107

  Hours

  • Mon5 PM to 6 PM
  • Tue5 PM to 6 PM
  • Wed5 PM to 6 PM
  • Thu5 PM to 6 PM
  • Fri5 PM to 6 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Payne Avenue Salvation Army Lunch

  The Salvation Army Twin Cities

  13 miles from the center of Afton

  1019 Payne Ave., St. Paul, MN 55130

  Hours

  • Mon11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
  • Tue11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
  • Wed11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
  • Thu11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
  • Fri11:45 AM to 12:45 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 651-776-8169DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  St. Paul, Payne Ave. Salvation Army

  The Salvation Army Twin Cities

  13 miles from the center of Afton

  1019 Payne Ave., St. Paul, MN 55130

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  First 20 walk-ins Monday, Friday starting at 8 a.m.; Youth hours: Thursday, 3 to 5 p.m.

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 651-776-8169DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  St. Paul, Payne Ave. Salvation Army Fresh Food Distribution

  The Salvation Army Twin Cities

  13 miles from the center of Afton

  1019 Payne Ave., St. Paul, MN 55130

  Hours

  • Fri2 PM to 3:30 PM (1st and 2nd and 3rd of the month). First three Fridays of the month

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 651-776-8169DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Merrick Food Shelf

  Merrick Community Services

  14 miles from the center of Afton

  1669 Arcade Street N, St. Paul, MN 55106

  Hours

  • Mon3 PM to 5 PM
  • Tue10 AM to 12 PM
  • Wed10 AM to 12 PM
  • Thu10 AM to 12 PM. Drive-through

  Who can come: Anyone who needs food support

  What to bring: No ID or proof of address needed. Share basic household information on your first visit.

  Call 651-771-9339DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on merrickcs.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Afton

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Washington County

Afton is in Washington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Washington County Community Services

  14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082

  Help here

  • Public benefits and social servicesGet help applying for cash, food, health care, child care, and other support programs.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportApply for help establishing, collecting, or changing child support.Apply onlineRead more
  • Housing crisis helpContact the county team for help with homelessness, emergency housing, and housing resources.Read more
  Call 651-430-6455DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov

• Public health · County office

  Washington County WIC

  1261 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
  Call 651-430-6658DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Minnesota

  Help here

  • Information and referrals to local helpCall 211 to find local food, housing, health, utility, and other support services.
  Call 800-543-7709Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org

• Public health · County office

  Washington County Public Health and Environment

  14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind county health programs, disease prevention information, and help with public health concerns.
  Call 651-430-6655DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Washington County Law Library

  8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury, MN 55125

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet information about court procedures, legal forms, and low-cost legal help.
  Call 651-275-8500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on washingtoncountymn.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services informationGet connected to services and resources for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 651-641-8612Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on metroaging.org

Everything in Washington County

Minnesota programs by kind of help

These are run by Minnesota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026