Mankato
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Local offices in Mankato
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Nonprofit
Greater Mankato Area United Way 2-1-1
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to get free, confidential referrals for local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, work, and other needs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mankatounitedway.org
Housing help · City office
Mankato Housing and Economic Development Authority
10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Public housingApply for income-based public housing if your household meets the program requirements.
- Housing Choice VoucherApply for rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher program if you meet its requirements.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mankatomn.gov
Utilities · City office
Mankato Public Utilities
10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Utility bills and paymentsGet help understanding or paying your city water, sewer, garbage, and recycling bill.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mankatomn.gov
Local office · City office
Mankato Customer Service (311)
10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall or visit to ask about city services or submit a service request.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mankatomn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Mankato
12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1600A, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career planning, resumes, interviews, and training resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Library · County office
Blue Earth County Library System, Mankato Public Library
100 E. Main St., Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Library cards and materialsGet a library card, borrow materials, and use library programs and resources.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on beclibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Mankato Parks, Trails and Recreation
10 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Park and facility reservationsReserve city park shelters, campsites, athletic facilities, and indoor spaces.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mankatomn.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Mankato
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
Minnesota Valley Action Council
706 N Victory Dr, Mankato, MN 56001-6803
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Blue Earth County
Mankato is in Blue Earth County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Blue Earth County Human Services
410 S. Fifth St., Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Financial and family assistanceApply for cash, food, health care, and child care benefits, and get help with family services.Apply online
- Child supportGet help establishing, changing, or enforcing a child support order and collecting payments.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blueearthcountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Blue Earth County WIC Office
410 S. Fifth St., Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Women, Infants & Children nutrition programEligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and young children can get nutrition support, healthy foods, and referrals.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blueearthcountymn.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way 211 of Minnesota
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get free, confidential referrals to local help with basic needs and other services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Public health · County office
Blue Earth County Public Health
410 S. Fifth St., Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about health programs, disease prevention, and public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blueearthcountymn.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Blue Earth County Mental Health Center
410 S. Fifth St., Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Outpatient mental health careGet mental health evaluations, therapy, psychiatric care, and medication management.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blueearthcountymn.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Region Nine Area Agency on Aging
3 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 310, Mankato, MN 56001
Help here
- Aging services and referralsGet information and connections to services for older adults in the south central Minnesota region.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rndc.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
- Greater Mankato Area 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