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Community resources

There are various organizations that offer a variety of services to the community; including, mental health support/services, housing support, substance misuse resources, childcare support/services and even financial support through food access, clothing and financial planning. Below are a list of resources for registered apprentices to connect with local community-based organizations in different regions of Minnesota. 

• Central

• Metro

• Northeast

• Northwest

• Southeast

• Southwest

These lists are a suggested starting point. For more help, contact your local workforce board or review the MN Family Resource Map.

Questions about your registered apprenticeship program?

If you have questions about your specific apprenticeship, we recommend reviewing your standards and contracting the program directly. If you feel your concerns or questions have not been addressed, you can contact us at dli.apprenticeship@state.mn.us or 651-284-5090. 

Requesting a new green card

Complete this form to request a replacement green card. 

Filing a complaint 

Please note:  You must complete all internal processes for filing a complaint before you can begin the process with DLI. Once you have completed the internal complaint and appeal process, you can submit a written (email or letter) complaint to Apprenticeship Minnesota. The complaint should include:

• Your name and the name of your program;

• A detailed description of the complaint; and

• Any supporting documentation or communications.

If you have question about what is considered appropriate details or documentation, contact us at 651-284-5090 or dli.apprenticeship@state.mn.us. 

Send complaints to dli.apprenticeship@state.mn.us or mail to the attention of Apprenticeship Division, 443 Lafayette Road N., St, Paul, MN, 55155. You will be notified of the results of the investigation within 90 days of your completed submission.

Mental health series

Apprenticeship Minnesota occasionally offers webinars about mental health challenges, substance misuse and suicide prevention. View our news and events page to sign up for the next session.

Need immediate help? Call, text or chat 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

How to talk to apprentices about mental health, substance misuse and suicide prevention

• View the recording of this session from June 2026.

Addressing stigma through the lens of prevention and recovery 

• Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. Learn more and register here. 

The why, what and how of stocking naloxone in apprenticeship training centers and classrooms

• Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. Learn more and register here.

Financial resources for apprentices

529 Savings Plan 

A  529 Savings Plan is a tax-free educational savings account that can be used to pay for apprenticeships. For Minnesota taxpayers, contributions to this savings account are eligible for a deduction from state income tax returns. When you pay fewer taxes, you can potentially save more and grow your account faster — giving someone an even bigger head start.

Minnesota Workforce Pell Grant

You may be able to receive federal financial aid for short-term, career-focused training programs through a new option called Workforce Pell Grants. Award amount is based on need, cost of the program and enrollment level.

Pell Grants

If your apprenticeship program is connected to a post-secondary institution, apprentices may be eligible for the Federal Pell Grant, up to $3,000 on average to support tuition, books and school fees. The post-secondary institution may also choose to provide a Federal Work Study Grant, which averages $2,000 per apprentice.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Provides food benefits to families with low incomes to supplement their grocery budget so that they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being. SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) offers funding to states to provide a package of employment and training services to SNAP participants, which states outline in their annual SNAP E&T Plans.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

The Minnesota Family Investment Program offers funds to support a range of benefits and services for parents with low incomes as part of a career pathways approach, such as adult basic education, job training, job placement, postsecondary education (including career and technical training), apprenticeships and subsidized employment, and support services such as childcare and transportation.

Sign up for the Apprentice Newsletter

Stay informed about events and resources by signing up for the monthly Apprentice Newsletter. Email vicky.castorena@state.mn.us to join.