Over 1-in-10 households in Minnesota struggle with getting enough fresh and healthy food. The Como Cares team is tackling food insecurity in SE Como through a variety of initiatives.
Free Produce Distribution
Thursday, August 26th | 5-7PM | Van Cleve Park
Featuring a yoga class by Kelsey Potts from Up Yoga at 5:30PM
We’re partnering with East Side Neighborhood Services to bring free and fresh produce to those in need. A variety of in-season produce will be available, stay tuned for a list of available option. Anyone is eligible to come pick-up produce, no proof of need required. We encourage everyone to come take what they need and spread the word with neighbors who could benefit from this service.
Additional dates are planned for Thursday, August 26th and in September (TBD).
We need volunteers to help with set-up and produce distribution. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and get involved. Click here to sign up to volunteer at this event.
Grow To Give: Donate Your Extra Produce
Have you grown more produce in your garden than you know what to do with? Donate your extra produce to our food sharing program. Your donated produce will go directly to a neighbor in need or shared at our produce distribution event. This helps folks get the food they need and avoids wasting the produce you worked hard to grow.
Fill out this form to express interest in this program. We’ll be in touch soon with next steps.
Community Gardens
We have various community gardens in the neighborhood, including some that grow food for our neighbors. These are volunteer run, we are always looking for more help. Learn more by signing up for our garden newsletter by emailing [email protected]
Additional Food Resources
- Minnesota SNAP program (income-based food assistance program)
- UMN Nutritious U food pantry (open during the school year for any UMN student)
- East Side Neighborhood Services (offers various food programs)
- Hunger Solutions – Food Resource Map (Find a pantry, food shelf, or program near you)
To request this information in another language or format, and accommodations please contact: [email protected]
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