The Northeast MN Continuum of Care Co-Coordinators are dedicated to supporting our community's response to COVID-19 as best we can. We want our agency staff, program participants, and community members to feel supported and safe during this time of uncertainty. We will aim to keep this webpage up-to-date with resources and funding opportunities as they become available. 

We ask that agencies with changes to operations report those using this form.  A list of current changes is also posted.

Program updates form <-- submit your agency changes here 

NE CoC Agency/Program Changes <-- Access agency responses directly here 


Information for Emergency Shelters
  • Key staff at shelters are eligible for free childcare provided through the schools. To arrange free childcare, you should contact the school district directly. If you have any questions:
  • E-mail: COVID-19.Questions.MDE@state.mn.us
  • Call: 651-297-1304 | 1-800-657-3504.
  • Website: Click here for additional up-to-date information found on the Minnesota Department of Education's webpage

Funding Opportunities
  • Otto Bremer Trust is increasing its funding to address the COVID-19 crisis.  Click here to learn more.
  • St. Paul and Minnesota Community Foundations has created a fund.   Click here to learn more.
  • COVID-19 Response Funding – Special Request for Proposals through Open Your Heart. Click here for more information and to apply. 
  • ​United Way of Carlton County COVID-19 Relief Fund for families and individuals impacted by COVID-19 in Carlton County. Click here to learn more. 

Other Information & Resources

Health officials are currently taking steps to prevent the introduction and spread of COVID-19 (“Coronavirus”) into communities across the United States. Housing providers, including organizations that run continuums of care and shelters, as well as the general public, can play an important role in this effort. Through collaboration and coordination with State and local health departments, housing providers can disseminate critical information and prepare to take additional steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19, should State and local health officials identify such a need.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers the most up-to-date information on COVID-19. For updates from CDC, please visit the Coronavirus website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Everyone should continue promoting everyday disease prevention strategies:
  • If you are sick, stay home from work or school.
  • Avoid close contact with those who are already sick.
  • Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing with a tissue or the crook of your arm.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth.


Federal Homeless Programs Resources


State of Minnesota