Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION A full breakfast is served 6 days a week * Free Wi-Fi, newspaper, and computer access * Assistance with community resources * Showers * Basic needs related to winter gear, toiletries, and some clothing also available

County programs that help pay for food include: * Minnesota Food Assistance Program (MFAP) (https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/adults/economic-assistance/food-nutrition/programs-and-services/minnesota-food-assistance-program.jsp): Provides food assistance to legal noncitizens ages 50 and older who do not qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program * Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) (https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/children-and-families/economic-assistance/income/programs-and-services/mfip.jsp): Helps families meet their basic needs, while helping parents move to financial stability through work * Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/adults/economic-assistance/food-nutrition/programs-and-services/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program.jsp): Helps those with low income get the food they need for nutritious and well-balanced meals - SNAP Education and Training (https://mn.gov/dhs/snap-e-and-t/provider-dashboard): Helps SNAP recipients with employment and education training and support * Women, Infants and Children (WIC) (https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/wic): Nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children to eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy

Food support is provided through free or low cost food that is distributed in boxes or bags to eligible people. This emergency food is typically offered on a specific date or a specific time. MORE INFORMATION The Abundance Food program provides rescued food items, including prepared food, frozen, refrigerated and dry goods

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Short term or ongoing monthly help for families and individuals * Fresh produce is available weekly * Holiday meal supplies during November and December * Pre-packed grocery model, with food delivered curbside to clients * Mobile Food Truck - central locations for people with transportation issues * Doorstep Delivery helps ensure food access to housebound seniors and adults who are unable to get to the food shelf to obtain healthy food * Families may shop once per month and at at additional weekly visits to choose fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, and dairy

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Food shelves offer free groceries to those in need. Some locations provide culturally or ethnically-specific foods, such as Hmong or Laotian. Locations may also offer delivery to homebound seniors or food for homeless youth.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations.

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION Provides a free nutritious community meal served 11:30am - 12:45pm, Monday - Friday

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION A free lunch or hot evening meal served at several locations year round. These sites are currently operating as takeaway service only. Community meal sites welcome anyone in need, and are located at churches, schools, and community centers. Guests at these sites receive any number of meals needed for their household. Social service referrals and information is available, and many dining sites are partnered with local groups that routinely offer non-food items like personal hygiene products, coats, mittens, socks and more.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Clients are able to choose their own food items at multiple locations.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Offers free food support, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, bread and non-perishables Provides a mobile pantry at several locations across Dakota County throughout the month. Find a community site using the online calendar (https://theopendoorpantry.org/events/category/mobile-pantry).

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations.

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION Grace Lutheran provides a free community meal every Wednesday at 5:15pm, followed by education, prayer or a service project to benefit the community. Program concludes at about 6:45pm. The Connections Shelter Church (https://www.connectionsshelter.org) provides a free community meal at Grace Lutheran on the first and third Sundays of the month.

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION Provides free community meal 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Monday - Thursday

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION The food shelves provides nutritious food packages to families in need.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Staffed by volunteers from all area churches

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Also provides personal hygiene supplies

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Provides a week worth of food

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION A client choice food shelf that offers a variety of nutritious foods for families in need. In addition to addressing the immediate emergency need for food, Wright County Community Action (WCCA) assists residents to access other more long-term services that will help to assure the family has adequate resources in the future to provide for nutrition and other basic needs. The Emergency Food Box Network (https://www.wccaweb.com/Program/Emergency_Food_Box_Network) distributes 30-pound emergency food boxes to network partners throughout the county to shorten the distance between people in need and food shelf resources. In an emergency, individuals-in-need can visit any of the partner locations and receive meal supplies through trusted community organizations. The Mobile Food Shelf (https://www.wccaweb.com/Program/Mobile_Food_Shelf) works with a limited number of senior living communities to deliver Food Shelf resources directly to clients' doorsteps. Clients complete a menu with support from a volunteer Enrollment Specialist. Groups of volunteers at the Wright County Food Shelf in Waverly will pack and deliver the orders. With a focus on the aging population within Wright County, the Mobile Food Shelf is currently serving residents at the following locations: * Delano Commons (Delano, MN) * Maple Manor (Maple Lake, MN) * Rosehaven Apartments (Montrose, MN)

Program that provides a free or low cost meal to people in need MORE INFORMATION A free lunch or hot evening meal served at several locations year round. These sites are currently operating as takeaway service only. Community meal sites welcome anyone in need, and are located at churches, schools, and community centers. Guests at these sites receive any number of meals needed for their household. Social service referrals and information is available, and many dining sites are partnered with local groups that routinely offer non-food items like personal hygiene products, coats, mittens, socks and more.

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Short term or ongoing monthly help for families and individuals * Fresh produce is available weekly * Holiday meal supplies during November and December * Pre-packed grocery model, with food delivered curbside to clients * Mobile Food Truck - central locations for people with transportation issues * Doorstep Delivery helps ensure food access to housebound seniors and adults who are unable to get to the food shelf to obtain healthy food * Families may shop once per month and at at additional weekly visits to choose fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, and dairy

Food support is provided through free or low cost food that is distributed in boxes or bags to eligible people. This emergency food is typically offered on a specific date or a specific time. MORE INFORMATION Backpack program provides weekend food for students who rely on school lunches

Food is distributed to those who need it. The emergency food is typically made available through donations. MORE INFORMATION Choose the food you would like to fill your cupboards and fridge at home. Provides household items such as toilet paper, shampoo, toothpaste, soap.

Food support is provided through free or low cost food that is distributed in boxes or bags to eligible people. This emergency food is typically offered on a specific date or a specific time. MORE INFORMATION Clients bring boxes to the distribution location. Pantry volunteers place food in the boxes. There is help available to carry boxes to cars.