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Local offices in Plato
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Plato City Office (City Hall)
112 2nd Ave NE, Plato, MN 55370
Help here
- City services and resident questionsContact the city office with questions about local government and city services.
- Water utility accounts and billingContact the city office to start water service or ask about water and sewer billing.Read more
- Community Hall rentalContact the city office to ask about renting the Plato Community Hall.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on platomn.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Plato Community Hall
120 1st Street NE, Plato, MN
Help here
- Community activities and hall accessThe Community Hall hosts local activities, including scheduled pickleball, and can be rented for gatherings.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on platomn.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Plato first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
Harvest from the Heart
39 miles from the center of Plato3817 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
Food pantry
Minneapolis Central Church of Christ Foodshelf
The Food Group
39 miles from the center of Plato1922 4th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Hours
- Sat11 AM to 2 PM
Listed on thefoodgroupmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food Shelf
NorthPoint
39 miles from the center of Plato2220 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 4 PM
- Tue10 AM to 7 PM
- Wed10 AM to 4 PM
- Thu10 AM to 7 PM
Listed on northpointhealth.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
True Vine New Bethel
Loaves & Fishes
39 miles from the center of Plato2639 N Thomas Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Hours
- Mon12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
- Tue12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
- Wed12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
- Thu12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
- Fri12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Food Distribution Center
Sabathani Community Center
39 miles from the center of Plato310 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
Free meals
Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church
Loaves & Fishes
39 miles from the center of Plato5300 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
Nonprofits that serve Plato
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
United Community Action Partnership
200 4th St SW, Willmar, MN 56201-3368
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of McLeod County
Plato is in McLeod County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
McLeod County Health and Human Services
520 Chandler Avenue North, Glencoe, MN 55336
Help here
- Social services and financial assistanceGet help finding or applying for county cash, food, health care, and social services.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services and cases.Read more
- Behavioral health servicesFind county mental health and chemical dependency services.
- Public healthGet information about county health programs, immunizations, and home visits.Read more
- WIC and nutritionApply for nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcleodcountymn.gov
Local office · Regional office
United Way 211 Minnesota
Help here
- Help finding local servicesCall 211 for free referrals to food, housing, health care, and other local help.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Courts and legal help · County office
McLeod County Law Library
830 11th Street East, Glencoe, MN 55336
Help here
- Legal information and researchUse legal reference materials and get help finding information about legal issues.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcleodcountymn.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging services and referralsGet information and connections to services for older adults and caregivers in the region.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mnraaa.org
Veterans · County office
McLeod County Veteran Services
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcleodcountymn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Hutchinson
2 Century Avenue SE, Hutchinson, MN 55350
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet free help with job searches, career planning, resumes, interviews, and training options.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.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
- 2-1-1 United Way of 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