Le Center
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Local offices in Le Center
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Le Sueur County Human Services
88 S Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Financial assistanceContact Human Services to ask about financial assistance and how to apply.
- Disability and adult servicesHuman Services can help with disability services, assessments, and adult protection.Read more
- Child supportContact Human Services for information about child support services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.gov
Older adults · Nonprofit
LSS Meals - Le Center
76 S Lexington Ave, Centennial Plaza, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Senior diningAdults age 60 and older can get a meal at the local senior dining site.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lssmn.org
Local office · City office
Le Center City Hall
10 W Tyrone Street, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- City services and utility billsVisit City Hall for city services and to pay water, sewer, refuse, and recycling bills.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflecenter.com
Public health · County office
Le Sueur County Public Health
130 S Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- ImmunizationsPublic Health offers immunizations by appointment and holds a monthly walk-in clinic.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.gov
State office
LeCenter Driver and Vehicle Services
88 S Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dps.mn.gov
Library · Regional office
Le Center Public Library
10 W Tyrone Street, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use library programs and resources.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on wasecalesueurlibraries.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Le Center first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church
Loaves & Fishes
43 miles from the center of Le Center5300 10th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417
Hours
- Wed5 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Harvest from the Heart
44 miles from the center of Le Center3817 Pleasant Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55409
Hours
- Tue11 AM to 4 PM
- Wed11 AM to 4 PM
- Thu11 AM to 4 PM
- Fri11 AM to 4 PM
Listed on harvestfromtheheart.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Food Distribution Center
Sabathani Community Center
44 miles from the center of Le Center310 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55409
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Tue9:30 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Wed9:30 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Thu9:30 AM to 11:30 AM; 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need of food assistance.
What to bring: No ID or proof of income is required. Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins are welcome as capacity allows. First-time visitors complete a one-time intake form.
Listed on sabathani.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
FCS Food Hub
Friendship Community Services
45 miles from the center of Le Center2600 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
The second and fourth Saturday of every month
Listed on friendshipcommunityservices.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Salvation Army Temple Corps
Loaves & Fishes
45 miles from the center of Le Center1604 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 1 PM
- Tue12 PM to 1 PM
- Wed12 PM to 1 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Groveland Emergency Food Shelf
46 miles from the center of Le Center1900 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 1 PM
- Tue1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM
- Thu1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri10 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Anyone who needs food.
What to bring: Complete a short form on the first visit.
Listed on grovelandfoodshelf.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Le Center
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Heartland
7101 Winnetka Avenue N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Minnesota Valley Action Council
706 N Victory Dr, Mankato, MN 56001-6803
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Le Sueur County
Le Center is in Le Sueur County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Le Sueur County WIC Clinic
130 S Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Women, Infants and Children nutrition programEligible families can get nutrition help, breastfeeding support, and food benefits for pregnant people and young children.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.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.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Le Sueur County Behavioral Health Unit
88 South Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Adult mental health servicesEligible residents can get mental health assessment, case management, counseling, and crisis support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Le Sueur County Law Library
435 East Derrynane Street, Suite 2400, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Self-help legal resourcesUse court forms, legal guides, a legal kiosk, and public computers for legal research.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mnraaa.org
Veterans · County office
Le Sueur County Veteran's Service Office
88 S Park Avenue, Le Center, MN 56057
Help here
- Veterans benefits and servicesVeterans and their families can get help finding and applying for benefits they have earned.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lesueurcounty.gov
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
Talk to a person
- United Way 211 Minnesota
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988