These online educational resources are designed to help children, families, and community members stay safe, prevent abuse, and promote healthy development. Resources include information on child exploitation, trafficking, bullying, youth sports safety, and violence prevention.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

 
 

Experiencing a crime or crisis can be overwhelming, and support is available to help victims and their families through these challenging times. These organizations provide counseling, legal information, and community support to help you navigate the next steps and connect with the assistance you need. 

*Find crime victim service providers in your area. Providers are organized by county for easy reference.*

Minnesota Crime Victim Support Line
Statewide 24 hour hotline for crime victims seeking support, information and referrals. 
866-385-2699
Text: 612-399-9977
 
Statewide 24 hour hotline for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and trafficking.
866-223-111
 
612-874-7063
 
 
*free, anonymous service that provides updates on custody status and release notifications for individuals in local jails and detention facilities*
 
*to register for notifications of a person’s release, complete the request form on the website, or contact the DOC Victim Assistance Program*
 

Every family deserves consistent access to healthy, nourishing food. If you are experiencing challenges accessing meals or groceries, these resources may help. Options include meal programs, food shelves, and nutrition support — all provided with respect and dignity for every family. To explore assistance options in your area, please select your county from the list below.

English: 1-866-348-6479 Spanish: 1-877-842-6273
*Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-10:00 AM EST*
 
 
1-888-711-1151
*Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM*
Interpreters available.
 
 
Essential feeding and diapering supplies to families in need.
507-519-0072
 
 
Safe and stable housing is essential to a child’s safety and overall family well-being. Families may experience periods of financial strain, unexpected life changes, or housing instability. The resources listed below are available to provide support during those times and may include emergency shelter, rental or utility assistance, eviction prevention, transitional housing, and help navigating housing systems.
(U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development)
 
 
507-345-6822
*The Mankato office can connect you with your local office*
 
 
651-296-7608
 
514 South Riverfront Drive
Mankato, MN 56001
507-387-2115
 
Veterans Community Resource and Referral Center
612-313-3240
 
 
*Programs for youth experiencing housing insecurities*
507-381-6670
 
507-233-6663
 
Mankato Location:
507-345-8258 
Experiencing trauma or other life challenges can impact emotional and mental well-being for children, teens, and caregivers. The mental health resources listed below are available to provide support, connection, and guidance. These organizations offer services such as crisis intervention, counseling, education, and referrals to community-based providers. Families are encouraged to review the options and contact the resource that best meets their individual needs.
507-931-8040
*Offices located in Mankato and St. Peter*
 
Fairmont: 507-235-6070
Mankato: 507-779-7366
New Ulm: 507-359-2080
 
*Offices in Steel, Rice, Waseca, Olmsted,
Earth, Dodge, Goodhue, Mower/Freeborn*
 
 
 
(507) 388-2120 
 
Mayo Clinic Behavioral Health Services
Mankato & Fairmont: 507-594-2540
Waseca: 507-835-1210
 
877-399-3040
*Warm/Crisis line available 24/7*