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Offer Help	Title	Location	Type	Outreach?	Deadline	Status
Help Now	Baby Girl coming in 5 weeks A 42-year-old mom of two recently learned she is expecting a surprise baby and is finding herself starting over when it comes to baby essentials. With her older children past the baby stage, she no longer has the items she needs to prepare for this new little one. She is hoping for some support from our community as she gets ready to welcome her baby and rebuilds her supply of necessities. Any help toward the items she needs would make a meaningful difference for this mom and her growing family. 💛 Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Child Welfare Children Clothing & Personal Items New Family Support	No	1792108800	Active
Help Now	Help with transportation Woman who is trying to work more hours and also spends a lot of time volunteering at a local church had her car break down and can’t get it looked at until next week due to availability. She needs help with transportation to go to and from work and volunteering commitments. An uber giftcard would help her stay above water until she can figure out how to get her car fixed. Submitted by: FISH	All Locations	Transportation	No	09/23/2026	Active
Help Now	Back to School Help for a Young Boy and Single Mom Preparing for a new baby while raising a young son on her own has this mom juggling a lot. With her son’s father currently incarcerated, she is carrying the responsibility of providing for her family while finances are especially tight. Right now, her son could use new clothing and shoes for the school year. Mom is working hard to make sure he has what he needs, and some help with these expenses would take one thing off her plate during an already demanding season. Your support can help make sure this little guy has what he needs to walk into school comfortable, prepared, and ready to learn. 💙 Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Children Clothing & Personal Items Education	No	1790726400	Active
Help Now	🎒 Help a Family Start the School Year Strong! 👟 A family of four is in need of new back-to-school shoes for the children, a backpack for one child, and a few new outfits to start the school year. This single mom left a domestic abuse situation and has worked hard to create a safe, stable, and loving home for her children. She continues to do a wonderful job supporting her family and putting her children first. Let’s come together to help these children head back to school with the shoes, clothing, and supplies they need to feel confident and ready for another great year! ❤️ Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Children Clothing & Personal Items Domestic Issues Education	No	1790726400	Active Offers
Help Now	Family in need of Groceries A parent who has been in recovery for three years and works two jobs could use some extra support right now. With school starting, their hours at the restaurant were recently cut due to overstaffing, leaving them in a difficult financial spot. On top of the reduced hours, they’ve also had the added expense of purchasing school supplies for their children. They’ve worked hard to stay on track and provide for their household, and a little help during this unexpected setback would go a long way. Submitted by: FISH	All Locations	Children Food	No	09/30/2026	Closed - Filled through FISH
Help Now	Shoes, Clothing & Backpack Needed for Back to School A family of four is looking for a little extra support as they prepare for the new school year. Over the past two years, this family has overcome significant challenges, and the mother has worked incredibly hard to create stability for her children. She has been able to purchase their school supplies and some new clothing on her own, but finances are tight and she could use help covering a few remaining back-to-school essentials. The family is in need of new shoes for three children, a backpack, and a couple of new outfits to help the kids start the school year feeling prepared and confident. A little support would go a long way in helping this hardworking mom finish getting her children ready for a successful start to the school year. Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Children Clothing & Personal Items	No	1790121600	Active
Help Now	Back-to-School Support for a Growing Family A hardworking single mom is preparing to welcome her second baby in the next few months while also getting her son ready for the new school year. Her son, who has autism, is in need of back-to-school clothing and a new pair of shoes. Mom works hard to provide for her family and is currently trying to save as much as possible to prepare for the time she will need to take off work after her baby arrives. She is an incredible mother who consistently puts her children’s needs first. A little extra support with these back-to-school essentials would help ease some of the financial pressure and allow her to continue preparing for her growing family. Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Children Clothing & Personal Items	No	1790208000	Active Offers
Help Now	Prescription Food for Emotional Support Cat A woman in our community is currently struggling financially and living paycheck to paycheck. Her emotional support cat has been diagnosed with a bladder stone and needs prescription cat food specifically formulated to help dissolve the stone and prevent further complications. Unfortunately, the prescription food costs approximately $150 through her veterinarian, which she is unable to afford right now. Her cat has been experiencing discomfort for nearly two months, and getting the proper food would provide much-needed relief and help address the bladder stone. We are seeking $150 to cover the cost of the prescription cat food and help this individual care for an animal that provides important emotional support and companionship. Submitted by: FISH	Belle Plaine	Food Medical Mental Health Pet	No	1790726400	Active Fulfilled Offers
Help Now	Back to School Backpacks and Clothing for 2 Kids A single mother of three is working hard to rebuild a stable and independent life for her family after leaving a domestic situation. She is doing incredibly well on her own, but supporting three children on one income has made the added expenses of a new school year difficult. Two of her children are in need of new shoes, backpacks, and a couple of new outfits each so they can start the school year feeling comfortable, confident, and prepared. Any assistance in helping this family with these back-to-school essentials would be greatly appreciated! Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Child Welfare Children Clothing & Personal Items Education	No	1790726400	Active Fulfilled Offers
Help Now	Back to School Need With back to school right around the corner, we’ve been receiving a lot of needs for school clothes, shoes, backpacks, and supplies. Many of these needs actually cost more than the amount being requested, so we’d love your help filling in the gaps. Partner with us as we help make sure local kids have what they need as they head back to school! Submitted by: FISH	All Locations	Children Clothing & Personal Items Education	No	N/A	Active