Hopkins

Local offices in Hopkins

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing help · City office

  Hopkins Housing and Redevelopment Authority

  22 5th Avenue S, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • Public housingApply for subsidized public housing at Dow Towers when the application period is open.Apply online
  Call 952-548-6345DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hopkinsmn.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Hopkins Utility Billing

  1010 1st Street S, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, refuse, and recycling billsGet help with city utility bills, payment options, and residential water, sewer, refuse, and recycling services.
  Call 952-548-6332DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hopkinsmn.gov

• Local office · City office

  Hopkins City Hall

  1010 1st Street S, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • City services and permitsVisit City Hall for city services, permits, and help from city departments.
  Call 952-935-8474DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hopkinsmn.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Hopkins Activity Center

  33 14th Avenue N, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • Programs for mature adultsJoin social, fitness, learning, recreation, and volunteer activities for mature adults.
  Call 952-939-1333DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hopkinsmn.gov

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  ResourceWest CareerForce partner

  1011 First Street South, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • Career and employment supportGet connected to local support and employment resources through this CareerForce partner.
  Call 952-933-3860DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov

• Library · County office

  Hopkins Library

  22 11th Avenue N, Hopkins, MN 55343

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the library to borrow books and other materials and get help with library services.
  Call 612-543-6400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hclib.org

City of Hopkins website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Hopkins first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Free grocery market

  Harvest from the Heart

  6 miles from the center of Hopkins

  3817 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
  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on harvestfromtheheart.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Minneapolis Central Church of Christ Foodshelf

  The Food Group

  6.2 miles from the center of Hopkins

  1922 4th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405

  Hours

  • Sat11 AM to 2 PM
  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thefoodgroupmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Food Distribution Center

  Sabathani Community Center

  6.5 miles from the center of Hopkins

  310 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.

  Call 612-821-2300DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on sabathani.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Food Shelf

  NorthPoint

  6.6 miles from the center of Hopkins

  2220 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
  Call 612-767-9500DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on northpointhealth.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Groveland Emergency Food Shelf

  6.8 miles from the center of Hopkins

  1900 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.

  Call 612-871-0277DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on grovelandfoodshelf.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church

  Loaves & Fishes

  7.2 miles from the center of Hopkins

  5300 10th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417

  Hours

  • Wed5 PM to 6 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Hopkins

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Hennepin County

Hopkins 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
  Call 612-348-3000DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 612-348-6100DirectionsWebsite

  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
  Call 612-348-3600DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211 Minnesota

  Help here

  • Community resource information and referralCall 211 for free information about local health and human services.
  Call 800-543-7709Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org

• Public health · County office

  Hennepin County Public Health

  Help here

  • Public health servicesFind county health programs, clinic services, and help staying healthy.
  Call 612-343-8900Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hennepincounty.gov

Everything in Hennepin County

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