Grand Rapids
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Local offices in Grand Rapids
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Local office · City office
Grand Rapids City Hall
420 N Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- City services and administrationContact City Hall for help with city services, records, and questions for city staff.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
Utilities · City office
Grand Rapids Public Utilities
500 SE 4th Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Utility service and billsStart or manage electric, water, and wastewater service, pay bills, or ask about customer assistance programs.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
Library · City office
Grand Rapids Area Library
140 NE 2nd Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card, borrow books and other materials, and use library resources and programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofgrandrapidsmn.com
Older adults · Nonprofit
Active Living Center at the Itasca County Family YMCA
400 River Road, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Older adult programs and activitiesJoin free activities and gatherings for older adults at the Active Living Center.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ymcaitasca.org
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Grand Rapids
1215 Southeast 2nd Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, resumes, interviews, career planning, and training resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
State office · Nonprofit
Grand Rapids Driver and Vehicle Services
401 SE 11th Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Driver licenses and vehicle servicesApply for or renew a driver license or ID, and handle vehicle titles and registration in person.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on grandrapidsmndmv.com
City of Grand Rapids, Minnesota website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Itasca County
Grand Rapids is in Itasca County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Itasca County Health and Human Services
1209 SE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Health and human servicesContact the county for help with health, family, financial assistance, mental health, and child support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Itasca County Public Health Division
1209 SE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Public health servicesThe county offers immunizations, health education, and other public health services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountymn.gov
Public health · County office
Itasca County WIC Program
1209 SE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five with food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountymn.gov
Veterans · County office
Itasca County Veterans Services
410 NE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help applying for state and federal benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountymn.gov
Housing authority · County office
Itasca County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
1115 NW 4th Street, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountyhra.org
Emergency help · County office
Itasca County Emergency Management
440 NE 1st Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Help here
- Emergency alerts and preparednessResidents can sign up for county emergency alerts and get information to prepare for disasters.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on itascacountymn.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 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988