Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota
Non-profit OrganizationsMinnesota, United States1001-5000 Employees
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is one of Minnesota's largest statewide nonprofit social service organizations, with a workforce that serves communities across all 87 counties and beyond. It provides services to children, youth and families, older adults, veterans, and other individuals facing identified needs, with the aim of removing barriers to living with dignity and independence. Its history dates back to 1865 when a nearby Lutheran congregation began caring for orphaned children, and today it serves about one in 63 Minnesotans each year through diverse programs. Core services include adoption and foster care, financial counseling, behavioral health support, veteran assistance, youth homelessness programs, guardianship options, caregiver support, and community residential services. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, the organization operates within the nonprofit social services sector and describes its mission as expressing Christian compassion through service that inspires hope and strengthens communities. In April 2026, the organization appointed Jesse Stremcha as Senior Vice President of Growth & Innovation.