Food shelf visits in Minnesota have surged to record levels.
This dramatic increase reflects the growing strain on households as food costs
remain high and critical safety-net programs face uncertainty. In recent years,
as changes and challenges to SNAP benefits and other federal supports
were debated and implemented, food shelves experienced ripple effects, with an
even greater number of neighbors turning to charitable food assistance to
fill widening gaps.
Hunger relief organizations are responding in real time—stretching limited resources, expanding services, and working to meet increased and more complex needs. You can turn your free time into meals for the community by volunteering with a local Minnesota hunger relief partners!
Looking for opportunities that use bilingual skills? Want something close to home or work, or an experience where you can bring a group or your kids? Use the search features—by keyword, calendar, map view, and filters—to find the volunteer opportunity that’s right for you and help support neighbors during this critical time.
| ongoing | |
| Weekdays, shifts between 1-6pm |
As the Food Market host, you’ll create a welcoming environment for everyone who comes to CES. You'll be the person who greets our neighbors by calling their name when it's their turn to shop. It's that simple!
Whether you can give a few hours once a week or once a month, your time makes a direct, meaningful impact.
Let's build a stronger, more hopeful community together.
Contact Kristin VanHeel kvanheel@cesmn.org to get started today!
| Volunteers should be between the ages of 18 and 100. | |
| Is Family Friendly | |
| Is Not Outdoors | |
| Is Wheelchair Accessible |
|
1900 11th Ave S
Minnneapolis, MN 55404 |
