STEP - St. Louis Park Emergency Program

6812 West Lake St., St. Louis Park, MN 55426 | Phone: 952-925-4899

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STEP: St. Louis Park Emergency Program

STEP responds to our neighbors in need by providing access to vital services that foster stability.

We are the St. Louis Park community food shelf and social service agency. We directly provide food and clothing to residents in need, as well as advocacy, referrals, and build a collaborative relationship. Since 1975, STEP volunteers and professional staff have been empowering lives and restoring hope.

Our vision is to be the trusted resource for connecting community members with resources to fulfill their basic needs.

What is STEP? A short video that was unveiled at the May 2, 2019 STEP Up Breakfast:

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STORIES

The Holiday Train Returns!

Thursday, December 12 The CPKC Holiday Train returns to St. Louis Park on Thursday, December 12! Arrive on site ahead of the train to enjoy warm food and beverages, listen to holiday music, drop off your food shelf donation, and grab a good spot. This free event is presented by Citizens Independent Bank. Attendees […]

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Contribute to our 2024 Holiday Toy Program!

The holidays can be an especially financially challenging time for families. Help ease this burden on your SLP neighbors by donating to our annual Toy Distribution Program. This year’s program will consist of in-person toy shopping for infants-8 years old and Target gift cards for children ages 9-17. Help us ensure that St. Louis Park […]

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Meet our new team member!

Please join us in welcoming Jacks to STEP! Meet STEP’s newest team member, Jacqueline (Jacks) Michaud. Jacks is joining our team as the Development Director, leading STEP’s efforts to secure resources and manage relationships with funding partners.Jacks recently served as the Senior Director of Development at Perspectives here in St. Louis Park. Prior to her time at […]

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2023 Outstanding Community Partner

Last month, STEP recognized the SLP Legion Post 282 as its Outstanding Community Partner for 2023. A plaque was presented to representatives from the Legion. The American Legion has had a presence in St. Louis Park since 1919. The Legion runs a bar and restaurant one block away from STEP on Walker Street. It […]

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WHAT PEOPLE

ARE SAYING

I would like to thank STEP and all their volunteers.

``It has helped me and my family when we did not have. The people all make me feel at home, they work hard to serve others in their community. Bless you.``

It means the world to me.

``I have three boys and if I didn’t have STEP we would be without food, clothes, coats and school supplies. I just thank everyone who helps us from this place.``

STEP has really helped our family.

``It has helped us free up some of our money to use for our bills. If I told you who we were you would be shocked to know that we have had to rely on STEP. Prior to having to use STEP, we used to always bring food into the food shelf, and now we``

EVENTS

The Holiday Train Returns!

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Contribute to our 2024 Holiday Toy Program!

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Come Tour STEP through Community Ed

Come Tour STEP through Community Ed! Tour our facility and learn how we serve members of our community and how you can get involved. Join STEP staff for a tour of our facility to learn about our work, volunteer opportunities, and how to support the community through donations. Upcoming tours are available September 27 from […]

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Meet our new team member!

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Contact Info / Hours / Location

STEP – St. Louis Park Emergency Program

6812 West Lake St.
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-925-4899
Fax: 952-925-5161
Email: info@STEPslp.org

STEP Food Shelf Service Hours

STEP requests residents make an appointment to use the food shelf by calling 952-925-4899. Calls and appointments can generally be made during these hours:

Mondays: 8am to 3:30pm
Tuesdays: 12pm to 7pm
Wednesdays: 8am to 3:30pm
Thursdays: 8am to 3:30pm
Fridays: 8am to 11:30am

STEP Clothes Closet Hours

Residents must register with a STEP social worker prior to accessing the service. STEP requests annual address verification in the form of a current lease, medical bill, utility bill, or mail from city, county, state or federal government. Mail must be postmarked within past 30 days.

Clothes Closet Hours:

Tuesdays: 5pm-7pm
Wednesdays: 1pm-3pm
Thursdays: 9am-11am and 1pm-3pm

STEP Donation Hours –

Food and clothing donations can be brought to the door under the black awning facing the alley labeled “Donations and Deliveries” at STEP during the below times:

Mondays: 8:00-3:30pm
Tuesdays: 12:00-7:00pm
Wednesdays: 8:00-3:30pm
Thursdays: 8:00-3:30pm
Fridays: 8-11:30am

Donations may also be left in the following locations:

-Donation Bins in front of the Knollwood and West End Cub Foods.

* Be sure to check STEP’s calendar for days closed due to holidays or special occurrences. We will also post closures on Facebook and Twitter. STEP generally follows SLP Public Schools for inclement weather closures.

FOOD SHELF

STEP provides confidential food shelf services to those in need residing in St. Louis Park.

STEP requests residents make an appointment to use the food shelf by calling 952-925-4899.

Services are delivered by licensed social workers and STEP volunteers.

STEP requests a picture ID and verification of St. Louis Park address at the initial appointment and annually thereafter; postmarked within past 30 days.