St. Paul
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Local offices in St. Paul
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Human services · City office
Office of Financial Empowerment
15 West Kellogg Boulevard, City Hall, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Financial Resource HubResidents can search a city directory for financial help with needs such as housing, food, utilities, and child care.Apply onlineRead more
- CollegeBound Saint PaulFamilies can find information about city college savings support for children born in Saint Paul.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Housing help · City office
Planning and Economic Development, Housing Division
Help here
- Emergency rental assistanceRenters facing a pending eviction can apply for one-time help with late rent and related fees.Apply onlineRead more
- Home repair and energy programsEligible homeowners can check for city programs that help make homes safer and more energy efficient.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Saint Paul Public Housing Agency
555 Wabasha Street North, Suite 400, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceThe agency helps eligible residents find affordable public housing and rental assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpha.org
Utilities · Regional office
Saint Paul Regional Water Services
1900 Rice Street, St. Paul, MN 55113
Help here
- Water service and billingCustomers can get help with water service, account changes, and billing questions.Read more
- Water bill assistanceCustomers can ask about payment options and programs that help with water and sewer costs.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Utilities · City office
Public Works
Help here
- Garbage and recyclingResidents can get help with collection schedules, missed pickups, carts, and garbage bills.Apply onlineRead more
- Street and transportation issuesResidents can report street problems and ask about sidewalks, traffic signs, streetlights, and parking permits.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Local office · City office
Department of Safety and Inspections
Help here
- Property safety and inspectionsResidents can ask about property safety complaints, housing inspections, permits, and licenses.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Human services · City office
Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity
15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Office 280, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Discrimination complaintsResidents can contact the city about discrimination in areas covered by the Saint Paul Human Rights Ordinance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Courts and legal help · City office
City Clerk
15 Kellogg Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- City filings and recordsResidents can ask about city records, claims, domestic partnership registration, and other filings handled by the Clerk's Office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Local office · City office
Saint Paul City Council
15 Kellogg Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Constituent helpResidents can contact their council member about city services and matters affecting their neighborhood.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Emergency help · City office
Fire and Emergency Medical Services
645 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Home fire safety equipmentSaint Paul homeowners can request free smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and stove fire stops.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Emergency help · City office
Office of Neighborhood Safety
Help here
- Community-first responseResidents can report a non-emergency concern about an unsheltered neighbor and ask about a community response.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Local office · City office
City Information and Complaint Line
Help here
- City information and complaintsCall with questions about city services or to report a non-emergency problem.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Local office · City office
Saint Paul Police Department
367 Grove Street, St. Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Non-emergency police helpResidents can call or visit a police station for non-emergency help or to file a report.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Immigrant services · City office
City Attorney's Immigrant and Refugee Program
15 Kellogg Boulevard West, City Hall, St. Paul, MN 55102
Help here
- Immigration information and referralsResidents can find immigration rights information and referrals to community legal services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in St. Paul
121 7th Place East, Suite 2300, St. Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, career coaching, and training program referrals.Apply online
- Veterans employment servicesVeterans and service members can get help finding civilian jobs and career services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Jobs and training · City office
Right Track Youth Employment
1022 Marion Street, St. Paul, MN 55117
Help here
- Youth jobs and career trainingEligible Saint Paul youth can apply for paid internships and career skills training.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
State office
Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services
445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationResidents can get help with driver license and state identification services at the downtown state office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dot.state.mn.us
Library · City office
Saint Paul Public Library
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library branches, borrow materials, and find classes and other learning resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks and Recreation
Help here
- Recreation programs and fee assistanceFamilies can ask for help paying for many youth recreation classes and activities.Apply onlineRead more
- Rec CheckYouth who live or attend school in Saint Paul can register for after-school and school-break activities at city recreation centers.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stpaul.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of St. Paul first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
FOCUS Minnesota Sunday Dinner
FOCUS Minnesota
0.5 miles from the center of St. Paul105 University Ave W, St. Paul, MN 55103
Hours
- Sun5 PM to 6 PM. While supplies last
Who can come: Anyone who comes through the door
Listed on focusna.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
FOCUS Minnesota Food Shelf
FOCUS Minnesota
0.6 miles from the center of St. Paul550 Rice St, St. Paul, MN 55103
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 11:30 AM (3rd and 5th of the month). First come, first served
Who can come: Neighbors in need
Listed on focusna.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
FOCUS Minnesota Lunch Bag Distribution
FOCUS Minnesota
0.6 miles from the center of St. Paul550 Rice St, St. Paul, MN 55103
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 12 PM. While supplies last
- Tue11:30 AM to 12 PM. While supplies last
- Wed11:30 AM to 12 PM. While supplies last
- Thu11:30 AM to 12 PM. While supplies last
Who can come: Neighbors in need
Listed on focusna.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Paul, West 7th St. Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Twin Cities
0.7 miles from the center of St. Paul401 7th St. W., St. Paul, MN 55102
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 2:30 PM. New walk-ins
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed9 AM to 11 AM; 1 PM to 2:30 PM. New walk-ins
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
St. Paul, West 7th St. Salvation Army Fresh Food Distribution
The Salvation Army Twin Cities
0.7 miles from the center of St. Paul401 7th St. W., St. Paul, MN 55102
Hours
- Fri11 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Frogtown Food Shelf
1 mile from the center of St. Paul499 Charles Ave, St. Paul, MN 55103
Hours
- Thu12 PM to 2 PM
- Sat12 PM to 2 PM
Who can come: Anyone who comes
What to bring: Simple registration
Listed on frogtownfoodshelf.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve St. Paul
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
Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties
450 Syndicate St N Ste 35, Saint Paul, MN 55104-4196
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Ramsey County
St. Paul is in Ramsey County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Ramsey County Financial Assistance Services
121 7th Place East, Suite 2500, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Financial assistanceGet help applying for emergency, cash, food, child care, and health care assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ramseycountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health WIC
1075 Arcade Street, Saint Paul, MN 55106
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ramseycountymn.gov
Child support · County office
Ramsey County Child Support Services
121 7th Place East, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support orders, payments, and related questions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prod.ramseycounty.us
Public health · County office
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health
555 Cedar Street, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health information, clinic services, and help finding health resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ramseycountymn.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Ramsey County Adult Mental Health Services
402 University Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Help here
- Adult mental health supportGet mental health crisis help and connect with adult behavioral health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ramseycountymn.gov
Local office · Regional office
United Way 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall any time to find local health and human services, including food, housing, and legal help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
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 2-1-1
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