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Clothes Closet: Open to the Public

A wide selection of attractive clothing is offered in a pleasant storefront setting. Volunteers carefully sort garments, offering only those that are clean, attractive and serviceable for sale. Our clothing facility is open to the general public. Income received from moderately priced garments is a source of revenue for all Neighbors programs. Area residents needing a clothing voucher, call 651-455-1508. Picture identification and current address verification is required. People unable to pay may receive clothing at no cost. In 2007, 1,102 individuals received vouchers to shop for free in the Clothes Closet. The Clothes Closet is run entirely by volunteers, last year 85 volunteers donated 7,572 hours to the store. To make the best use of your donation we ask that items be dropped off during store hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Some parents find it difficult to purchase the long list of supplies now needed to attend school. Thanks to a generous community, Neighbors is able to assist. 215 children received supplies in 2007.

"Love Your Neighbor" is designed to help people who are financially unable to provide holiday gifts for their immediate family. The "Love Your Neighbor" program is entirely dependent on the generosity of donors of funds, new clothing, new toys, and nonperishable food items. This program is also dependent on the labors of willing and energetic volunteers to receive, sort and distribute donated toys, clothing and food. In 2007: 864 families (2,798 people) received food and gifts. The number of hours volunteered reached 2,205 last year.

NAPS (Nutritional Assistance Program for Seniors)
Neighbors serves as the distribution point in Northern Dakota County for these federal programs, which provide monthly food boxes to people in need. 233 boxes of food were distributed to pregnant women, new mothers and children. 1,232 boxes of food were distributed to low income seniors in 2007. 23 volunteers provided 122 hours of service to make both the MAC and the NAPS programs successful.

 

Food is provided to individuals and families in need of short-term assistance. Generous support and donations from people, churches, companies, organizations, along with thousands of volunteer hours keep the Food Shelf running smoothly. 7,099 people received 149,079 meals in 2007. Volunteer hours: 3,142. To apply for food shelf assistance call 651-455-1508 to schedule an appointment. Picture I.D. and current address verification are required. Para aplicar para asistencia, llame a 651-455-1508, los martes o los viernes para hablar con personal hispanohablante.  

This program is designed to alleviate immediate needs, assist in budget planning and work toward long term goals. Limited grants are provided to those eligible who face a financial or health crisis. These circumstances might include a job loss, illness, loss of a provider, or other situation that puts a strain on family resources. Limited funds are available for gasoline, medical prescriptions, rent, utility bills, day care costs, auto repair and similar emergencies. In 2007, 4,028 emergency assists were granted.

Contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!
 
 

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