Food Donations

Feeding families is the first step forward.

Supporting our community is the reason Valley Outreach is here. 

A temporary service model is currently in effect.

We are accepting food and clothing donations through a no-contact, drive-up service model on Monday/Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m. There are some restrictions. Please read this post for full details. Our building is closed to the public at this time, including our StyleXchange program.  

With our drive-up service model, we are accepting donation kits this year. Here’s what we recommend: Baking Bag Kit, Household Paper Goods Pack, Holiday Favorites Kit and Personal Care Kit

We are accepting financial donations online.

Valley Outreach welcomes donations of non-perishable, unopened food items all year long and fresh garden produce during the summer and fall. 

When to Donate

Please bring donations in during regular business hours.  

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Monday
9:00 am to 4 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am to 7 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am to 4 pm
Thursday
9:00 am to 7 pm
Friday
9:00 am to 4 pm

Host a Food & Fund Drive

Every day in Minnesota, more than 9,000 people visit a food shelf to get help meeting their daily food needs. When you host a food & fund Drive for Valley Outreach you help feed hungry individuals and families. 

We have resources and tools to make your drive a success. Contact info@valleyoutreachmn.org to get started. 

Special Kit Ideas: Personal Care Kit | Holiday Favorites Kit | Household Paper Goods Pack | Baking Bag Kit

Top Needs

Cash A $25 cash donation goes a long way in purchasing our top needed items.
Canned Meats Tuna, chicken, salmon, sardines
Grains Pasta, whole grain pasta, rice, quinoa, couscous
Spices and Oil Salt/pepper, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, salad dressing, condiments, olive oil
Cereal Whole grain, hot or cold, kid-friendly
Hygiene Products Paper towels, toilet paper, soap, shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, diapers

Learn More about hunger in Minnesota

Doing Good Together – Making a Food Drive Really Count : Helpful information for families and kids in discussing issues of hunger and ways to take action.

Hunger Solutions – Winning Minnesota’s Food Fight : Learn more about hunger issues in Minnesota and ways to support change. 

SuperShelf – Transforming Food Shelves to Bring Good Food to All : Learn more about the innovative work being done in Minnesota to improve access to healthy food in our food shelves. 

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