Our Response to the Federal Government Shutdown
Our Response to the Federal Government Shutdown
Hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans have just lost their grocery budget. Beginning November 1, SNAP benefits will no longer be distributed to the 440,000 Minnesotans who depend on them. In Minnesota, we show up for one another when times get tough. This is the moment to lean in to generosity. Here’s how we’re helping and how you can too.
More food:
- 50 extra truckloads of emergency food will hit the road to meet the need.
- Millions of pounds of additional milk, veggies, and protein will be shared.
- Thousands of emergency grocery boxes will be packed by our mighty volunteer workforce and shared wherever they’re needed.
More support:
- We deliver 80 percent of the emergency food in our area, so when we add more deliveries, more neighbors get what they need.
- We need a fully stocked warehouse to respond to this moment. We’re sourcing more staples like cereal, pasta, beans and rice every day.
More community:
- Elected officials can support emergency grocery efforts. Make sure your leaders know what’s at stake!
- Volunteers are needed now more than ever. Join us for a food packing shift or offer your skills to support our food bank and your local food shelf.
Get Involved
Volunteer
Support your neighbors and your local food shelf by volunteering during this time of high need! Food shelves are facing a spike in demand and could use your support more than ever.
VOLUNTEER AT A LOCAL ORGANIZATION HERE
Or, use this map to find a food shelf near you and reach out directly about opportunities.
Donate
Your donation today can help us get more food into the community at this critical time. Make an emergency gift to Second Harvest Heartland to help get food on the table for Minnesota families.
Advocate
Contact your federal lawmakers and urge them to do whatever they can to fund SNAP and protect the more than 440,000 Minnesotans who rely on it to afford the food they need.