The Food Group hosts a summer program called “Community Food Leaders” that engages people with the food system and deepens their understanding of the role food plays in building stronger communities. This year, our six Community Food Leaders have … [Read more...]
7th Annual Hunger Bash Fundraising Gala
The Food Group’s seventh annual Hunger Bash fundraising gala took place on September 14 at McNamara Alumni Center in Minneapolis. Together with over 350 attendees from the community, we raised more than $190,000 for local hunger relief. The event … [Read more...]
Summer Produce Highlights & Thanks
Summer at The Food Group was filled with non-stop activities related to planting, tending, harvesting and distributing fresh produce. This work depends on partnerships between staff, farmers, grocers, and volunteers. Produce programs include: … [Read more...]
A message from Executive Director, Lori Kratchmer
The Food Group hosted our seventh annual Hunger Bash event on September 14. We filled the room with the spirit of giving and a shared concern about local hunger. I want to share with you the essence of my message that night so you can get a glimpse … [Read more...]