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Salvation Army - Brainerd Lakes

Help Paying for Basic Needs

208 S 5th St, Brainerd, MN 56401

Eligibility
For homeless people seeking shelter, people trying to get to medical appointments or people trying to get to work For rent or mortgage help, residents of Crow Wing County with an emergency need and a referral
Application process
For help with bus cards, gas money and homelessness, call the office during regular business hours For rent or mortgage help, pick up application or request one be mailed. Applications can be picked up and dropped off during these hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm, and 1:00pm - 4:00pm Monday - Friday. Assistance cannot be obtained over the phone or after hours.
Site Service Area

Crow Wing, Morrison and Todd counties depending on which program is being used

Other Information

Specialization

  • People with low income
Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds. MORE INFORMATION Provides help paying for basic needs
  • Bus cards and gas money
  • Mortgage or rent payment assistance
  • Clothing or household goods
Last Update
01/16/2026
Providing organization
Salvation Army - Brainerd Lakes
Salvation Army - Brainerd Lakes