Community resources
Find help in Fargo-Moorhead
Cultural Diversity Resources has compiled a searchable directory of resources in the Fargo-Moorhead area to help community members find jobs, food, housing, healthcare, education, and more. Search by keyword or browse by category.
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- 11 listingsJobs and EmploymentJob openings, resume help, career training, and employers hiring in the Fargo-Moorhead area.Learn more
- 12 listingsFood and Basic NeedsFood pantries, free and low-cost clothing, and help with everyday necessities.Learn more
- 4 listingsHousingHousing assistance and referrals for individuals and families in Cass and Clay counties.Learn more
- 6 listingsHealthcareCrisis lines, mental health support, and help applying for health coverage.Learn more
- 13 listingsEducationEnglish classes, GED and citizenship preparation, colleges, and free online learning.Learn more
- 8 listingsFamily and YouthPrograms for children, teens, parents, and single-parent households.Learn more
- 2 listingsTransportationBus passes, vouchers, and help getting around the metro.Learn more
- 3 listingsFinancial ResourcesBudgeting, credit, savings, and small business capital.Learn more
- 10 listingsNewcomer and Immigrant ResourcesInterpreters, language classes, citizenship help, and multilingual guides for new Americans.Learn more
- 11 listingsCultural ResourcesFestivals, Indigenous cultural programs, language classes, and ways to learn about the cultures of Fargo-Moorhead.Learn more
- 121 listingsFood Markets and RestaurantsInternational grocery stores and restaurants serving cuisines from around the world.Learn more
- 11 listingsCommunity ServicesSocial services, legal aid, and partner nonprofits serving Cass and Clay counties.Learn more
CDR services
Help you can get directly from CDR
These programs and services are run by Cultural Diversity Resources. They are free, and interpreting is available.
CDR Job Development and Resume Assistance
Free help with resume creation and revision, job searches, online applications, job referrals, and interview practice, offered through CDR's Self-Sufficiency Program. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
Fargo-Moorhead Food Bank List (multilingual)
CDR's printable list of free food banks and pantries in Fargo-Moorhead, translated into ten languages.
CDR Self-Sufficiency referrals for food, clothing, and furniture
Meet with CDR staff at the Moorhead office for referrals and vouchers for food, clothing, furniture, and other basic necessities. Free, walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred.
CDR housing referrals
CDR's Self-Sufficiency Program helps you find a home for you and your family through referrals and application assistance with local housing agencies.
CDR Community Health navigation
CDR staff help community members find health and wellness services, mental health support, and nutrition and physical activity resources, with culturally responsive guidance.
CDR SEED seminars
Structured monthly conversations on equity and diversity for educators, parents, and community members, guided by facilitators trained through the National SEED Project. CEUs available.
CDR Youth and Family Engagement
CDR's youth programming addresses civic engagement and achievement gaps for low-income students through tutoring, reading assistance, and after-school activities, alongside childcare and parenting referrals for families.
Bus vouchers and MATBUS services through CDR
CDR staff help you receive bus vouchers and set up MATBUS services and resources so you can get to work, school, and appointments.
CDR Financial Education Program
Free workshops on budgeting, tracking income and expenses, saving and investing, and credit control for Fargo-Moorhead community members.
CDR Small Business and Entrepreneurship Training
Twelve-session entrepreneurship training with one-on-one coaching, plus connections to small business lending partners for owners who cannot access traditional capital.
CDR endowment fund at the Fargo Moorhead Area Foundation
Gifts to the Cultural Diversity Resources Endowment Fund are invested by the Fargo Moorhead Area Foundation so the earnings support CDR's work for years to come.
Metro Interpreters Resource Center (MIRC)
CDR's interpreting and translation service since 1996. Certified, professional bilingual interpreters for schools, courts, clinics, agencies, and businesses in Cass and Clay counties, scheduled by request in more than ten languages.
Pangea: Cultivate Our Cultures
CDR's free, indoor, one-day family celebration of Fargo-Moorhead's cultural diversity, held each November at the Heritage Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead, with performances, ethnic food, exhibits, and children's activities.
Native American Festival and Educational Series
Every November, the Fargo Public Library, CDR, the Fargo Native American Commission, and the Plains Art Museum celebrate Native American Heritage Month with speakers, storytellers, musicians, artists, cultural activities, and documentaries.
Spotlight on Culture stories
Community-written stories about the cultures that call Fargo-Moorhead home.
CDR Self-Sufficiency Program
Free one-on-one help finding community services: food, clothing, transportation, housing, childcare, healthcare, legal support, job readiness, and social services, with goal planning and life skills mentoring.
Cannot find what you need?
CDR's Self-Sufficiency staff meet with individuals and families one-on-one to find the right services, complete applications, and follow up. Walk-ins are welcome at the Moorhead office Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.