ACBC Food Shelf

Anoka County Brotherhood Council (ACBC) has been a trusted community partner since 1971. Our mission is, "to provide emergency food, clothing, and resources to Anoka County residents and surrounding communities in need while maintaining the dignity of those we serve."  

ACBC averages 2,100 household visits per month (7,500+ individuals), and this number continues to grow daily. We work hard to provide our participants with not only the support they need, but an environment welcoming and inclusive of all.

In Minnesota, 1 in 5 households is experiencing food insecurity.   In 2024, the food shelf market at ACBC provided more than 1,400,000 pounds of food for 23,106 household visits (77,889 individual visits) - and the need continues to rise with the reduction of SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown, increasing grocery prices, and much more. 

Your gift makes an impact!

Services provided:

• Food shelf market:  Participants shop for items they need e.g. fresh produce, meat, dairy, eggs, shelf-stable, bread, bakery, hygiene, pet food, and more.
• Outreach Grocery Delivery: Monthly delivered groceries to home-bound seniors and those with disabilities.
• Weekly Program:  Weekly assistance for people who are experiencing homelessness or living in temporary housing.
• CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program):  Additional food and nutrition education to low-income adults ages 60+.
• Additional Food Access:  Extra opportunities for additional food e.g. produce distributions and community events.
• Summer Food Bags:  Child-favorites to help with the increased need of food during the summer months when children are home from school.
• Birthday Bags:  Themed birthday bags with toys and other birthday items for children ages 1-18.
• Thrift Store:  Free and low-cost clothing and household items.
• Thanksgiving Food Distribution:  Holiday food favorites to 1,200 families each year.
• Community Outreach: Community visits to bring resources and information to focused areas.
• Resource Referral and Navigation:  Working with families to provide other needed resources.

Thank you for helping to strengthen our community!