Emergency shelter tonight in Minnesota
The short answer
Dial 211 and say you need a place to sleep tonight. If someone is hurting you, call Minnesota Day One at 1 866 223 1111. Veterans can call 1 877 424 3838. Youth can call 1 800 786 2929.
Need help tonight?
Call 211 first
211 United Way can tell you about shelters near you and what is open tonight. Ask about warming spaces on cold nights.
"I need a safe place to sleep tonight. I'm near [city or ZIP]. It's [just me / me and my kids]."
"What time is check in, and what should I bring?"
Official pages: 211unitedway.org, hud.gov/states/minnesota
If someone is hurting you
Minnesota Day One has an advocate available 24 hours a day. An advocate will try to find a safe place for you to stay if you want, and can sometimes help with transportation. Call 1 866 223 1111 or text 612 399 9995.
Official page: dayoneservices.org/domestic-violence/help-now
Youth and veterans
- Young people who ran away or can't go home: National Runaway Safeline, 1 800 786 2929, 24 hours.
- Veterans who are homeless or about to be: VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, 1 877 424 3838, 24 hours.
Official pages: 1800runaway.org, va.gov/homeless
What to bring if you can
- Any ID you have, and papers for your kids.
- Medicines in their bottles.
- A phone charger.
- A change of clothes and a small bag you can carry.
More help in Minnesota
Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.