City opens neighborhood resource center

August 31, 2025

In partnership with state and local partners and several neighborhood organizations, the City of Minneapolis is opening a Neighborhood Community Support and Resource Center to provide tangible support and resources for anyone affected by the trauma of the shooting at the Church of the Annunciation, regardless of their direct connection to the event itself.

The new center was opened in response to needs communicated by neighborhood associations and community members for a place that extends help and support to the broader communities surrounding Annunciation, all of whom have been impacted by such an enormous tragedy. The center, located at Lynnhurst Park (1345 West Minnehaha Parkway), will be open Aug. 31 through Sept. 2.

Download the Neighborhood Community Support and Resource Center printable flyer.

“In the wake of this horrific tragedy, our City is grieving alongside the families, neighbors and students whose lives have been forever changed. No one should have to navigate this kind of pain alone,” said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. “That’s why we’ve partnered with neighborhood leaders to open a dedicated support center at Lynnhurst Park – a space where neighbors can find care, comfort and connection. Minneapolis is strongest when we show up for one another, and right now our community needs exactly that.”

Resources and hours of operation

The resource center – staffed by volunteers with the Minneapolis Park Board -- will be open between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Future hours and locations for the center following these first three days will be announced at a later date, but we expect to remain open for at least a week.

Neighbors will have access to:

  • Mental health services
    • The City’s website offers additional mental health resources and advice for parents and caregivers on how to talk to children about the tragedy. It also includes a disaster distress hotline.
  • Spiritual care
  • Victim services
  • Therapy animals
  • Water and snacks
  • Toys and games for children
  • Applications for financial assistance through the Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Program, open to victims, witnesses, and their families for losses incurred as a result of this incident.

The Red Cross, North Star Animals, the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs, the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office of Victim Services and several neighborhood organizations, including Tangletown, Lynnhurst, Kenny, Windom and Hale, Page, and Diamond Lake, are helping to staff and provide resources at the center.

Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund

Officials say donating money is the best way for members of the community to support the victims of the shooting.  The Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund is organized by the Catholic Community Foundation with support from the Minneapolis Foundation. The public can donate by texting ACF1 to 41444. The donations will be equitably distributed to those affected.

Increased patrols

As families prepare to return to school, the City is coordinating with local law enforcement across the metro area to expand patrols through Sept. 5.

The expanded patrols include all schools within the city. However, if you wish to provide your child’s school information so we can confirm it’s included in our patrol plans, please complete the form.

 

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