Minneapolis
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Local offices in Minneapolis
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.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Housing help · City office
Minneapolis Housing Liaisons
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Skyway level, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Renter helpGet help with rental problems, urgent housing concerns, or notices from the City.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Housing help · City office
Community Planning and Economic Development, Residential Housing Programs
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Home improvement financingEligible Minneapolis homeowners can ask about financing for emergency, health and safety, and other home repairs.Apply onlineRead more
- Emergency rental assistance informationThe City lists partner organizations that help eligible Minneapolis renters facing eviction apply for rent and utility help.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Housing help · City office
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
1001 N Washington Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55401
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceAsk about public housing, affordable family housing, and Housing Choice Vouchers.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mphaonline.org
Utilities · City office
Minneapolis Utility Billing Customer Service
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 620B, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Utility bills and payment arrangementsGet help with water, sewer, and solid waste bills or ask about a payment arrangement.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Public health · City office
Minneapolis Health Department
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 520, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Public health services and informationFind City health information, clinics, healthy homes help, and resources for substance use and mental health.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Local office · City office
Minneapolis Department of Civil Rights
City Hall, 350 Fifth St. S., Room 239, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Discrimination and labor complaintsFile a complaint about discrimination, police conduct, minimum wage, sick and safe time, or wage theft in Minneapolis.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Older adults · City office
Minneapolis for a Lifetime
Help here
- Age-friendly planningShare ideas about making Minneapolis a better place to live as you grow older.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Local office · City office
Minneapolis 311 Service Center
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Skyway level, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall or visit 311 for help with non-emergency City questions and service requests.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs
Help here
- Immigrant and refugee resourcesFind immigration rights information and connections to help with food, shelter, legal services, and citizenship.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Jobs and training · City office
Minneapolis Employment and Training
Public Service Building, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Help here
- Career counseling and trainingMinneapolis residents can get free career counseling, job training, and help finding work.Apply online
- Youth jobs and internshipsMinneapolis youth can find job training and paid internship opportunities through City programs such as Step Up.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Minneapolis North
800 W Broadway Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55411
Help here
- Job search and training assistanceGet help with job searches, resumes, career planning, and training options, including support after a layoff.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Minneapolis South
777 E Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55407
Help here
- Job search and training assistanceGet help with job searches, resumes, career planning, training, and vocational rehabilitation services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
State office · Regional office
Metro Transit Minneapolis Service Center
719 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
Help here
- Transit Assistance ProgramEligible riders can get a TAP pass for one-dollar bus and train rides for a year.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on metrotransit.org
Library · County office
Hennepin County Library, Minneapolis locations
Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, computers, events, meeting rooms, and other services at Minneapolis branches.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hclib.org
Local office · City office
Neighborhood and Community Relations
105 Fifth Ave. S., Room 425, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Help here
- Neighborhood organizations and community engagementFind your neighborhood organization and learn how to take part in City decisions and community programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolismn.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind recreation centers, classes, activities, and programs for people of all ages.Apply onlineRead more
- Program fee discountsMinneapolis residents can choose reduced fees for eligible youth and 55-plus programs based on household income and size.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on minneapolisparks.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Minneapolis first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
ICCM Life Center
Loaves & Fishes
0.2 miles from the center of Minneapolis1812 Park Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Groveland Emergency Food Shelf
0.5 miles from the center of Minneapolis1900 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
Food pantry
Food Lockers
Community Emergency Service
0.5 miles from the center of Minneapolis1900 11th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Accessible 24/7; schedule a pickup.
What to bring: Order online and schedule a pickup.
Listed on cesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Neighborhood Food Market
Community Emergency Service
0.5 miles from the center of Minneapolis1900 11th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 6 PM
- Wed1 PM to 6 PM
- Thu1 PM to 6 PM
- Fri1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Anyone is welcome; household income limits apply, with exceptions for emergencies or participation in certain assistance programs.
What to bring: By appointment. No ID needed. Bring bags if you can.
Listed on cesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Waite House Community Center
Pillsbury United Communities
0.6 miles from the center of Minneapolis2323 11th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 4 PM
- Tue10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: Open to all, with no income or ZIP code restrictions.
What to bring: First-time visitors complete a short registration.
Listed on pillsburyunited.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Holy Rosary Catholic Church
Loaves & Fishes
1 mile from the center of Minneapolis2424 18th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Hours
- Mon5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
- Tue5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
- Wed5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
- Thu5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Minneapolis
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
Central Minnesota 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
Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County
7101 Northland Circle N, Suite 123, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Hennepin County
Minneapolis is in Hennepin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Hennepin County Human Services
300 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487
Help here
- Economic supportApply for food, cash, and health care benefits through the county.Apply onlineRead more
- Child care assistanceGet help paying for child care if your family qualifies.
- Senior and disability servicesFind county support to help older adults and people with disabilities live in their communities.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov
Public health · County office
Hennepin County WIC
2215 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, babies, and young children can get food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov
Child support · County office
Hennepin County Child Support Services
300 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing and enforcing child support and parentage orders.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov
Housing help · County office
Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Help here
- Affordable housing and redevelopmentLearn about county housing and redevelopment work and available housing resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov
Public health · County office
Hennepin County Public Health
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health programs, clinic services, and help staying healthy.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Hennepin County Behavioral Health Center
Help here
- Walk-in behavioral health supportGet walk-in help with behavioral health needs and connections to care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.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