Recent News
Introducing a New Program Area: Big River Farms
April 26, 2017After many years of partnering, we are proud to announce Minnesota Food Association, operator of Big River Farms in Marine on St. Croix, is now a program of The Food Group.
Help us increase capacity with a new freezer/cooler
December 29, 2016Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation has extended a $50K challenge grant for a new freezer/cooler!
Client Story
Marlys is a resident at a Saint Paul Public Housing building where The Food Group delivers monthly food distributions. Neighbors introduced her to this opportunity and prior to participating she was constantly worried about being hungry and when she would have her next meal.
Read moreSupporter Spotlight
We are very grateful to Supervalu Foundation for their support of our Fruits of the City Produce Program and our mission to fight hunger and nourish our community. Supervalu Foundation supports our work to help improve the quality of life in our community, allowing us to help more individuals in need throughout the year.
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How we work
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DONORS/SOURCING
food and cash donations are collected from individuals, organizations, corporations, & local farms, along with bulk purchases
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FOOD BANK
healthy groceries are distributed to our partners
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PARTNERS
programs & partner agencies receive free donations & access to reduced-cost bulk purchasing
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THOSE IN NEED
food is distributed to those facing hunger in the twin cities area through our programs & partner agencies
