Atwater
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Local offices in Atwater
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Atwater City Hall and Clerk/Treasurer
322 Atlantic Ave W, Atwater, MN 56209
Help here
- Utility billingPay your water and sewer bill or set up a utility account.
- Help with utility billsContact the city office for water and sewer billing questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on atwatermn.gov
Library · Regional office
Atwater Public Library
322 Atlantic Ave, Atwater, MN 56209
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and use library internet access and programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on atwater.lib.mn.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Atwater Community Center
107 Second Street N, Atwater, MN 56209
Help here
- Community center rentalReserve the community center for a gathering or event.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on atwatermn.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way 211 Minnesota
Help here
- Community resource information and referralCall 211 for free information about local health and human services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
City of Atwater, Minnesota website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Kandiyohi County
Atwater is in Kandiyohi County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services
2200 23rd Street NE, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Financial and medical assistanceGet help with applications for public health coverage and other financial assistance.
- Family and child servicesGet support for children and families, including help finding services and meeting basic needs.
- Mental health and substance use servicesAsk about county mental health and substance use services.
- Adult and disability servicesGet help with services and support for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Child supportGet help establishing or enforcing a child support order.Read more
- Public healthContact the county for public health information and services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hs.kcmn.us
Public health · County office
Kandiyohi County WIC Office
2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 1080, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Women, Infants and Children nutrition programEligible pregnant people, parents, babies, and young children can get healthy food, nutrition advice, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hs.kcmn.us
Housing authority · County office
Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 2090, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Public housingEligible low-income residents can apply for affordable public housing.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on facebook.com
Veterans · County office
Kandiyohi County Veterans Service Office
2200 23rd Street NE, Suite 2080, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help applying for state and federal benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcmn.us
Emergency help · County office
Kandiyohi County Emergency Management
2201 23rd Street NE, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet local emergency preparedness and response information from the county.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kcmn.us
Courts and legal help · State office
Kandiyohi County District Court
505 Becker Avenue SW, Willmar, MN 56201
Help here
- Court information and self-helpContact the court for case information, court forms, and links to legal help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mncourts.gov
Minnesota programs by kind of help
These are run by Minnesota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way 211 Minnesota
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-543-7709 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988