Lake City
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Local offices in Lake City
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Utilities · City office
Lake City Public Utilities
205 W Center Street, Lake City, MN 55041
Help here
- Utility service and billingAsk about starting water, sewer, or electric service, utility bills, or energy assistance.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.lake-city.mn.us
Library · City office
Lake City Public Library
201 South High Street, Lake City, MN 55041
Help here
- Library resources and programsBorrow books and other materials, use the internet, and take part in library programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lakecity.lib.mn.us
Local office · City office
Lake City City Hall
205 West Center Street, Lake City, MN 55041
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help with city services, records, and questions about local government.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ci.lake-city.mn.us
City of Lake City, Minnesota website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Lake City first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
PBC Fishes and Loaves Food Shelf Ministry
Progressive Baptist Church
51 miles from the center of Lake City1505 Burns Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55106
Hours
- Sat10:30 AM to 12 PM. Weather permitting
Who can come: Everyone
Listed on pbcmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Matthew’s Catholic Church
Loaves & Fishes
52 miles from the center of Lake City510 Hall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55107
Hours
- Mon5 PM to 6 PM
- Tue5 PM to 6 PM
- Wed5 PM to 6 PM
- Thu5 PM to 6 PM
- Fri5 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on loavesandfishesmn.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities Men’s Campus
Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities
53 miles from the center of Lake City435 University Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55130
Hours
- Mon6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Tue6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Wed6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Thu6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Fri6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Sat6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
- Sun6:15 AM to 8 AM; 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM; 5:15 PM to 7 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on volunteers.ugmtc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Paul, West 7th St. Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Twin Cities
53 miles from the center of Lake City401 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
53 miles from the center of Lake City401 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
Free meals
Payne Avenue Salvation Army Lunch
The Salvation Army Twin Cities
53 miles from the center of Lake City1019 Payne Ave., St. Paul, MN 55130
Hours
- Mon11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
- Tue11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
- Wed11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
- Thu11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
- Fri11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on centralusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lake City
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
Channel One Regional Food Bank
131 35th Street, SE, Rochester, MN 55904
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
Three Rivers Community Action
1414 Northstar Dr, Zumbrota, MN 55992-1091
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Wabasha County
Lake City is in Wabasha County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Wabasha County Department of Social Services
411 Hiawatha Dr E, Wabasha, MN 55981
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceAsk about food and cash programs for eligible people and families.Read more
- Health care assistanceGet help applying for health coverage and programs that help pay medical costs.
- Child care assistanceAsk about help paying for child care while you work, look for work, or attend school.
- Mental health case managementGet help planning and coordinating services for a person with serious mental health needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wabasha.mn.us
Public health · County office
Wabasha County WIC
411 Hiawatha Dr E, Wabasha, MN 55981
Help here
- Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food benefits and nutrition support.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wabasha.mn.us
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way 211 Minnesota
Help here
- Community resource information and referralCall 211 for free information about local health and human services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Public health · County office
Wabasha County Public Health
411 Hiawatha Dr E, Wabasha, MN 55981
Help here
- Public health servicesGet health education, disease prevention, family health, and care coordination services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.wabasha.mn.us
Courts and legal help · State office
Wabasha County District Court and Law Library
848 17th Street East, Suite 4, Wabasha, MN 55981
Help here
- Court self-help workstationUse court resources and a workstation to find legal information and court forms.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mncourts.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging
2746 Superior Drive NW, Suite 300, Rochester, MN 55901
Help here
- Aging services and resource navigationOlder adults and caregivers can get help finding services and planning for long-term care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on semaaa.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
- 2-1-1 United Way of Minnesota
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-543-7709 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988