Thief River Falls
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Local offices in Thief River Falls
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Nonprofit
United Way 211 of Minnesota
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get free, confidential referrals to local help with basic needs and other services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211unitedway.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Thief River Falls
415 S Arnold Avenue, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Public affordable housingContact the housing authority to ask about applying for affordable public housing.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mn.gov
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing
405 Third Street East, City Hall, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Utility bills and serviceGet help with city utility bills, payments, service applications, and payment arrangements.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on trfmn.gov
Local office · City office
City Hall and Administrative Services
405 3rd Street East, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- City government servicesContact the city administration for help with city government services and questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on trfmn.gov
Jobs and training · State office
CareerForce in Thief River Falls
1301 State Hwy 1, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help finding work, improving a resume, exploring careers, or connecting with training.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on careerforce.mn.gov
Library · Regional office
Thief River Falls Public Library
102 First Street East, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use public library resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nwrlib.org
City of Thief River Falls website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Thief River Falls
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
North Country Food Bank, Inc.
1011 11th Ave. NE, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Justice North
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Inter-County Community Council
PO Box 189, Oklee, MN 56742-0189
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Pennington County
Thief River Falls is in Pennington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Pennington County Human Services
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Financial assistance and medical programsGet help applying for county financial assistance and medical programs.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services for custodial and non-custodial parents.
- Child and adult social servicesGet help with protective services and support for children, adults, older people, and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on penningtonmn.gov
Public health · Regional office
Pennington & Red Lake County Public Health & Home Care
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Public health clinicContact the department about public health clinics, health education, and wellness services.
- Home health careAsk about nursing, therapy, and personal care services provided at home.Read more
- Family home visitingExpectant parents and caregivers of young children can get in-home support and connections to local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pennredlakecopublichealth.com
Older adults · Regional office
Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging
109 S. Minnesota St., Warren, MN 56762
Help here
- Aging servicesGet information and support to help older adults and caregivers make choices about services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dancingskyaaa.org
Veterans · County office
Pennington County Veterans Service Office
101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits from the VA and the State of Minnesota.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pennington.mn.us
Emergency help · County office
Pennington County Emergency Management
102 1st St. W, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Emergency alertsSign up to receive county alerts about emergencies that may affect your area.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.pennington.mn.us
State office · State office
Thief River Falls Deputy Registrar
Pennington County Courthouse, 101 Main Ave. N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the deputy registrar for driver and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dvsinfohub.dps.mn.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 of 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