Calvary Food Shelf

Right Now, Our Neighbors Need Us More Than Ever

For nearly 40 years, Calvary Food Shelf has been a lifeline for families across the Twin Cities. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever.

On November 1st, SNAP benefits for 440,000 Minnesotans are expected to halt. At the same time, food shelf visits hit nearly 9 million in 2024, up 1.4 million from 2023. One in five Minnesota households struggles to put food on the table and for households of color, that jumps to 40%.

Many of our clients are immigrant families facing additional threats and uncertainty in this political climate. For them and countless other families, our food shelf is a safe haven and a lifeline.

We've Already Activated Emergency Response

We've launched additional emergency distributions, expanding our capacity to serve more families in crisis right now.

The Need Is Staggering

• Demand has increased twelve-fold since the pandemic
• In October alone, we fed over 3,000 people from 750+ households
• We distributed 40,000 pounds of food in one month
• We cleared our entire waitlist, so no family is turned away
  
  

How Your Gift Creates Real Impact

100% of your donation goes directly to purchasing food. Every single dollar buys groceries for families in need.

• $50 provides 125 pounds of nutritious food including fresh produce, quality meat, dairy, eggs, pantry staples, and more
• $100 ensures 5 families go home with 50+ pounds of food each
• $250 stocks our shelves with 625 pounds of food, enough to serve 12+ families with a full week of groceries
  
  

This Is the Moment

Federal support is failing. Families are frightened. Your neighbors need you. Donate now to help us meet this unprecedented crisis.

We also need volunteers to keep our operations running. Learn more and sign up.

 

Calvary staff and volunteers help create a safe and welcoming environment.Food shelf clients shop and choose their own items in our store-like space.