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Food Pantries, Food Banks and Free Meals in Minnesota

Search for food assistance throughout Minnesota, including food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, mobile distributions, and meal programs.

Hours, eligibility rules, and food availability may change. Contact the organization before visiting whenever possible.

Active Programs 283 approved listings in Minnesota
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Food in the 'Hood @ Beacon of Hope Church

Free groceries Hot meals Children and family programs Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Minneapolis, MN 2827 Newton Ave North
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Getting enough to eat is a problem for the15% of US households facing food insecurity. As if that weren't bad enough, food insecurity with households having children is even significantly higher at nearly 21%. Good in the 'Hood is pleased t...

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Food in the 'Hood @ Cedarcrest Church

Free groceries Hot meals Children and family programs Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Bloomington, MN 1630 E. 90th Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Getting enough to eat is a problem for the15% of US households facing food insecurity. As if that weren't bad enough, food insecurity with households having children is even significantly higher at nearly 21%. Good in the 'Hood is pleased t...

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Francis Basket Food Market

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Saint Paul, MN 1293 Maynard Dr E.
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Neighborhood has two food markets: the Wellstone Food Market in the Paul & Sheila Wellstone Center on St. Paul's West Side, and the second in Sibley Manor in Highland Park. Both locations provide food to those seeking assistance, and connec...

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Incarnation Church Food Shelf

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Minneapolis, MN 3817 Pleasant Avenue South
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Hours: Tues, Thurs 8:30am - 2:30pm

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Minnehaha Food Shelf

Free groceries Children and family programs Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Minneapolis, MN 3701 East 50th St.
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The Minnehaha Food Shelf is open on Tuesdays at Minnehaha United Methodist Church: 3701 East 50th Street, Minneapolis. This Food Shelf serves the area between the Crosstown and Lake Street, Cedar Avenue and the river. Each month we serve mo...

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SACA Food Shelf

Free groceries Hot meals Senior food assistance Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Columbia Heights, MN 627 38th Ave NE
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Southern Anoka Community Assistance (SACA) is a 501 c 3 non-profit food shelf located in Columbia Heights. SACA has been serving the communities of Columbia Heights, Hilltop, Fridley and Spring Lake Park for 39 years. Using the Client Choic...

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The Camden Promise Food Shelf

Free groceries Drive-through food distribution Children and family programs Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Minneapolis, MN 4656 Colfax Ave. N.
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Our Food Shelf is open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm. A Client Choice Food Shelf allows clients to choose what food they want based on a point value system. Each household is assigned point values for the mon...

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The Shelf of Hope at Gethsemane Episcopal Church

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Minneapolis, MN 905 Fourth Avenue South
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The Shelf of Hope at Gethsemane Episcopal Church is open each Wednesday from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM for our neighbors to receive a gift of food and other basic necessities.

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Wellstone Food Market

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Saint Paul, MN 179 Robie Street East
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment information listed

Neighborhood has two food markets: the Wellstone Food Market in the Paul & Sheila Wellstone Center on St. Paul's West Side, and the second in Sibley Manor in Highland Park. Both locations provide food to those seeking assistance, and connec...

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Alden Area Food Shelf

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Alden, MN 191 Water St W
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Hours: T 4-6 pm

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Century College Food Pantry

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
White Bear Lake, MN 3300 Century Avenue N
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The Century College Food Pantry is a resource for students in need. All current students are eligible to use the Food Pantry. Students can come to the Food Pantry for help with food up to twice a month. Students need to have their student I...

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Cross Lake Food Shelf

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Cross Lake, MN 34212 County Road B
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment information listed

Serves Cross Lake, 50 Lakes, Swanberg, Ossipee, and the township of Ideal by walk-in. Emergency appointments can be made. Hours: 1st and 3rd F 9a-12p

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Minnesota FAQ

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Where can I find free food in Minnesota?

Use the city links on this page or search by ZIP code to compare pantries, meal programs, and other food assistance listings.

Do programs have the same requirements statewide?

No. Requirements vary by organization and program. A listing may mention documents, appointments, referrals, or service areas when that information is available.

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