St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP)

The St. Louis Park Emergency Program’s mission is to identify, address and respond to the critical and emergency needs of residents in St. Louis Park.

STEP is the St. Louis Park community food shelf and social service agency. They 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.

STEP’s vision is to be the trusted resource for connecting community members with resources to fulfill their basic needs. Visit STEP's website to learn more about the resources at STEP.

Domestic violence and abuse

• People in abusive or unsafe relationships can always call the St. Louis Park Police Department for help at 952.924.2618 or 911. 
• Cornerstone is a local organization offering domestic violence assistance.
  • Common reactions of caregivers when children disclose abuse
  • Preventing abuse
  • Reporting abuse
  • Signs of abuse
  • Tips for caregivers during the COVID-19 crisis
• Free and confidential help is available through the Minnesota Day One Crisis Hotline at 1.866.223.1111, operated by our domestic abuse advocacy partner, Cornerstone.
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1.800.799.7233. If you’re unable to speak safely, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website or text LOVEIS to 22522.

Racial equity and inclusion

The city continues to work on advancing the city council’s strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to create a more just and inclusive community for all. In order to do so, the city is working to:

• Create pipelines and opportunities for communities of color and indigenous people to be part of city leadership roles.
• Invest in small business and services owned by people of color and indigenous people.
• Expand racial equity as an ongoing discussion within all areas of city business.
• Build awareness and a learning environment where consequences and unintentional impact of our work and decisions are addressed.

Work with advancing racial equity is a journey that will continue as part of the city's regular business and service delivery. The city council is also working with the human rights commission, multicultural advisory committee and other groups on ideas and direction for continued outreach in advancement of racial equity. Learn more about racial equity and inclusion.

Climate Action Plan

In 2018, the St. Louis Park City Council passed a Climate Action Plan with the ambitious goal of achieving carbon neutrality — having a net zero carbon footprint — by 2040. The plan provides guidance for residents, businesses and the city on reducing the greenhouse gas emissions and impacts of climate change. Learn more about the Climate Action Plan and what you can do to help.