Atwater

Local offices in Atwater

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

• 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

• Local office · City office

  Atwater City Hall and Clerk/Treasurer

  322 Atlantic Ave W, Atwater, MN 56209

  Help here

  • Utility billingPay your water and sewer bill or set up a utility account.
  • Help with utility billsContact the city office for water and sewer billing questions.
  Call 320-974-8760DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Atwater Public Library

  322 Atlantic Ave, Atwater, MN 56209

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use library internet access and programs.
  Call 320-974-3363DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on atwater.lib.mn.us

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Atwater Community Center

  107 Second Street N, Atwater, MN 56209

  Help here

  • Community center rentalReserve the community center for a gathering or event.
  Call 320-974-8760DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Atwater, Minnesota website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Atwater

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

Job help near Atwater

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Atwater. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  CareerForce in Willmar

  12 miles away

  2200 23rd Street North East, Suite 2040; Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services Building, Willmar, MN 56201-9423

  Hours: Mon thru Fri 8AM to 4:30PM phone and online services. Closed to the public Mondays and Fridays. Open to the public Tues, Wed and Thurs 9AM to 4:00PM Closed 12PM to 1PM Tues, Wed and Thurs 12pm-1pm.

  Call 320-441-6590DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 21, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  CareerForce in Litchfield

  Also helps young people

  12 miles away

  114 North Holcomb Ave, Suite 120; Meeker County Family Services Building, Litchfield, MN 55355-2273

  Hours: Open to public Tuesdays 8:30am – 11:30am, and Wednesdays 8:30am – 11:30am and 12:30pm – 4:00pm

  Call 320-593-1056DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  CareerForce in Hutchinson

  Also helps young people

  27 miles away

  2 Century Avenue Southeast, Hutchinson, MN 55350-0550

  Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am and 12:30pm - 4:30pm, Monday - Thursday

  Call 320-587-4740DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Kandiyohi County

Atwater is in Kandiyohi County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Kandiyohi County WIC Office

  2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 1080, Willmar, MN 56201

  Help here

  • Women, Infants and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant people, parents, babies, and young children can get healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 320-231-7066DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hs.kcmn.us

• Housing help · County office

  Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority

  2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 2090, Willmar, MN 56201

  Help here

  • Public housingEligible low-income residents can apply for affordable public housing.
  Call 320-235-8637DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on facebook.com

• Human services · County office

  Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services

  2200 23rd Street NE, Willmar, MN 56201

  Help here

  • Financial and medical assistanceGet help with applications for public health coverage and other financial assistance.
  • Family and child servicesGet support for children and families, including help finding services and meeting basic needs.
  • Mental health and substance use servicesAsk about county mental health and substance use services.
  • Adult and disability servicesGet help with services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.
  • Child supportGet help establishing or enforcing a child support order.Read more
  • Public healthContact the county for public health information and services.
  Call 320-231-7800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hs.kcmn.us

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Kandiyohi County District Court

  505 Becker Avenue SW, Willmar, MN 56201

  Help here

  • Court information and self-helpContact the court for case information, court forms, and links to legal help.
  Call 320-231-6206DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging

  201 N Broad Street, Suite 102, Mankato, MN 56001

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information and help connecting to services for older adults and family caregivers.Read more
  Call 507-387-1256DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Kandiyohi County Veterans Service Office

  2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 2080, Willmar, MN 56201

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help applying for state and federal benefits.
  Call 320-231-6226DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kcmn.us

Everything in Kandiyohi 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