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Offer Help	Title	Location	Type	Outreach?	Deadline	Status
Help Now	Community Baby Shower Fundraiser for Mom Overcoming Homelessness After successfully overcoming homelessness, a local mom-to-be is settled into safe, transitional housing and is ready to celebrate her new arrival. A group of dedicated women and fellow residents want to throw her a baby shower but they need financial help to rent a space and provide food.Please consider chipping in to help us create a memorable day of love and community for this inspiring family! Submitted by: Allos Ministries	Shakopee	Children Food New Family Support	No	1792627200	Active
Help Now	A grandmother looking for any housing donations Hi everyone we have a grandmother who is living with her two daughters and some of her grandkids. They've struggled with homelessness and were finally able to get into a townhome. Unfortunately, they have had to use up their savings to get into this townhome and are looking for any donations for furniture. They do not have access to a large truck so any donations would have to be dropped off if possible. We might be able to work something out if you do happen to have some donations that can't be dropped off. She said any nightstands, beds, chairs, or other furniture they would be open. Submitted by: Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community	Scott County	Furniture & Household Goods	No	N/A	Active
Help Now	A little help goes a long way Four family members and a roommate are unable to cover this bill due to health issues and lack of work for two household members. Two young adults in the home are autistic and have not been able to finish the process of applying for a disability or find work. One other adult in the home who is also autistic has a job with hours getting cut back. He has been covering the majority of the basic needs for Rent and Utilities. The roommate has cancer; the father does not have steady work and most of the responsibility has been just one person. Submitted by: Scott County	Scott County	Disability Utilities	Yes	1793491200	Active Offers
Help Now	Mattress I am working with a family who need a new mattress as their current one is damaged and not working well. They would also be really excited to have a box spring to come with the mattress, but it’s not necessary. One parent is working while the other is unable to work due to high medical needs for one of the children. The family’s budget is very tight, and they aren’t able to get a new mattress on their own at this time. Thank you very much for considering! Submitted by: Scott County	Shakopee	Furniture & Household Goods	No	1793059200	Active
Help Now	Car Brakes A single mom living in an affordable housing unit has need for brakes on her car. She went into the shop and they would not let her leave with her car because the brakes were too bad. She needs her car to travel to and from work. She is currently using Uber to get to her job but cannot afford to keep this up and pay for the brake repairs. Submitted by: Hopes Portage	Prior Lake	Car Repair	No	1792800000	Active
Help Now	New Refrigerator Needed We are seeking a new refrigerator for a senior living on a fixed income whose existing fridge no longer works. She is currently relying on a small dorm fridge that does not provide enough space for her food and daily needs. With limited resources, replacing this essential appliance is beyond her reach. A working, full-size refrigerator would ease a daily burden and help her safely store groceries and prepare meals in her own home. We have identified a replacement fridge that will cost $800 including hauling the old unit away and disposing of it safely. Submitted by: Scott County	Savage	Furniture & Household Goods Senior	No	1794700800	Active
Help Now	Request for Assistance: Helping a Foster Family Stay Connected I am reaching out on behalf of a foster mother who is currently caring for her niece while also supporting her own child at home. She has stepped up during a difficult time for her family and is actively helping her sister work toward reunification with her children. At this time, the foster mom’s vehicle is experiencing mechanical issues that are preventing her from transporting the children to school and to scheduled family visitations. These transportation barriers create added stress and disruption for both the children and the reunification process. I am requesting a donation of $300 to assist with the necessary car repairs so she can continue providing stability and ensuring the children are able to attend school and visitation consistently. Any level of support toward this need would be deeply appreciated. Thank you for your consideration and generosity. Submitted by: Scott County Child Protection	All Locations	Car Repair Children Foster Care	No	1793404800	Active
Help Now	High Schooler in need of warm clothes I am working with a 17 y/o female who recently relocated to Shakopee with her single parent and four younger siblings. The teenage states she is need of some warm clothing for the winter months. She is asking for a gift card to go and select some items from Kohl's. Submitted by: Scott County	Shakopee	Children Clothing & Personal Items	No	N/A	Active
Help Now	From Homelessness to Full-Time Work: Essential Work Gear A man in our program who has transformed his life after leaving homelessness behind and moving into our Allos community home. He recently secured a job and actively participates in weekly fellowship, and consistently gives back to support others on their own recovery journeys. To start strong in his new role, he needs work shoes and proper attire—your support directly equips him to maintain his independence and celebrate this milestone with dignity. Submitted by: Allos Ministries	Shakopee	Clothing & Personal Items Substance Abuse	No	1791849600	Active
Help Now	🍼 New Crib and Mattress A partner organization reached out after an expectant mother came in for diapers and shared that she also needs a crib and mattress for her baby, who is due very soon. We are seeking $150 to purchase a new crib and mattress, providing a safe place for her baby to sleep. Thank you for helping this mom prepare for her baby’s arrival! 💙 Submitted by: FISH	Shakopee	Child Welfare Children Clothing & Personal Items Furniture & Household Goods New Family Support Safety	No	1794009600	Active