Youth Resource Center - Mankato
The Youth Resource Center - Mankato supports youth who are experiencing homelessness or have run away. Since opening its doors in 2011, our resource center has served nearly 5,000 youth in the Mankato area.
Mission
Our mission is to create a safe, nonjudgmental place for young people that will empower and enhance their sense of self-reliance and community connection.
The Youth Resource Center - Mankato is a place where youth ages 16-24 can acquire the knowledge they need to be healthy, independent and successful adults. Here, young people can look beyond their past and begin to plan for hopeful futures.
The Youth Resource Center - Mankato provides youth with a variety of services we center on each individual’s needs. Whether they need support meeting basic needs, securing an apartment, or finding medical care or behavioral health counseling, The Youth Resource Center - Mankato is here to listen and provide support.
Employees at Youth Resource Center - Mankato are knowledgeable and trained to support youth dealing with issues such as homelessness, mental illness, chemical dependency, parenthood and exploitation.
The Youth Resource Center - Mankato Services
Provides Basic Necessities
- Meals
- Showers
- Toiletries
- Clothing vouchers
- Transportation assistance
- Grocery vouchers
- Computers and Wi-Fi
Housing & Shelter Options
- Links to public housing services
- Emergency shelter
- Short-term housing options
- Independent living housing assistance
- Crisis Nursery - Mankato Area Program
Support & Education
- Community and volunteer service
- Rental information
- Licensed therapists
- Financial assistance
- Ongoing case management
Preparation for Employment and Independent Living
- College preparation
- Completing college financial aid forms (FAFSA)
- Resume writing
- Job searching
- Interviewing skills
- Assistance filing taxes
- Budgeting and financial planning
- Nutrition and cooking assistance
- Assistance in obtaining legal documentation (birth certificates, social security cards, driver’s licenses, etc.)
Recreational Activities
- Field trips
- Art activities
- Movie days
- And more
Location
We are located at 125 E. Liberty Street, Mankato, MN 56001.
Youth Resource Center - Mankato Hours
Monday-Thursday: 2-5 p.m.
Friday: by appointment
Ways to Support our Work
To donate basic need items, please view our current “wish list” on Amazon. We accept donations on Fridays from 10 a.m.-Noon.
Make a financial donation to support our mission.
If you are interested in providing a meal for the resource center, you can view available dates on our SignUp Genius calendar.