The City of Minneapolis offers a down payment assistance program with up to $10,000 for homebuyers purchasing in the City of Minneapolis. The loan has 0% interest and no payments for 30 years.

Homeownership is one key way to build wealth. To apply for the Homeownership Opportunity Minneapolis program, contact one of the program administrators:
BuildWealth MN.
NeighborWorks Home Partners.

Provides access to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 504 loan program.

Offers networking, advocacy, loans and technical assistance to small businesses.

Dedicated to securing and deploying resources that support the people and places along, and near, the 38th Street corridor through a cultural, historical, and present day lens.

Get help applying for SNAP food assistance, and find your local food shelf through their map: www.hungersolutions.org/find-help/

The Supply Depot is accepting donations of food and supplies; they coordinate with mutual aid organizers and encampment support folks. To access mutual aid resources, visit tcmap.org

Distribute pre-packed bags of groceries as well as bulk produce at Bethany Community Church, Walker Church, Park Avenue Church, and Indigenous Roots in St. Paul on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ccheck the schedule for these events on their facebook page.

SSHR works within a harm reduction framework for those who use substances, delivering supplies to those who use; street outreach at encampments; and skill-sharing around harm reduction practices

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Individual, couple, family, and group therapy for diverse communities in the Twin Cities

Community clinic that welcomes patients of every age, race, color, ethnicity and language to help locate resources for food, shelter, health care, and prescription refills.

Free legal advice for Minnesota tenants, through the tenant hotline: 612-728-5767. Limited tenant organizing services.

A coordinated effort to connect tenants who are at risk of eviction with various resources including: legal, mediation, housing, shelters, emergency assistance, and workforce

Income-qualifying Minnesotans can apply for assistance for electric, heat, and water payments through one application. Apply through your county's Community Action Partnership.

Offers low to no interest loans for housing repairs, first time homebuyers and more.

Nonprofit law firm offering adult criminal and juvenile delinquency defense to low-income households, restorative justice, and youth advocacy

Low-cost mediation services and conflict resolution training for individuals and organizations

Provides behavioral health, chemical health, and domestic violence services to people experiencing homelessness, chemical addiction, or violence

Emerge provides workforce development, job placement, and professional training services.

This group fosters the power of citizens to heal themselves and build community. Through work with individuals, communities, families, academic institutions, government agencies, philanthropists, and other non-profit organizations, they build a body of knowledge and web of relationships that support community engagement, intercultural communication, and personal responsibility.

Offers classes, consulting and loans to support small business owners who are women.

A variety of resources and programs to support to businesses and nonprofits along Lake Street

Free tax preparation and financial services for low- to moderate-income households

A map that tracks donation requests and available mutual aid resources in the Twin Cities

The food shelf is open from 12 to 4pm, Monday through Thursday at 3451 Cedar Ave S. Call before visiting to make sure there is food available.

Fare For All is a pop-up grocery store. We sell packs of fresh produce and frozen meat at up to 40% off of retail prices.

If you are using substances by yourself, you can call the “Never Use Alone” hotline. They'll stay on the line with you while you use, and send emergency services if you are unresponsive.

Mental health therapy, early childhood education, family home visiting and advocacy services, for all individuals and families seeking services.

Free, anonymous therapy during walk-in clinic hours; appointments held remotely over Zoom

Helps uninsured individuals and families access affordable coverage and care.

Provides an emergency rental assistance program for Minneapolis renters who are not eligible for county rental assistance.

Zacah's Rental Assistance program offers rental assistance to those who do not qualify through their county provider.

Hearts & Hammers assists low-income homeowners struggling with deteriorating home exteriors. Often these neighbors face the reality of losing the place they love. They provide free exterior restorations to keep that from happening.

Free civil legal aid for seniors, low-income individuals, or individuals with disabilities

A nonprofit that connects low-income Minnesotans to free legal support and representation from pro-bono lawyers

Provides new twin beds and accessories to kids ages 2-17 throughout the Metro, at low cost. Referral required to be connected to services. PPNA can refer you! Just email julia@ppna.org.

Call REP's secure emergency hotline (952-737-3730) for a non-police emergency response. NOTE: As of 3/2022 they are focusing on non-violent emergencies ONLY.

Hired prepares people for employment, through one-on-one employment coaching, career training, and connection to business resources and financial assistance.