The Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign is the largest grassroots food and fund drive in the state! Every year, this campaign brings together organizations, businesses, faith communities, and individuals to help stock and support nearly 300 food shelves across Minnesota, including Valley Outreach.

Why This Campaign Matters

Hunger remains a pressing issue. At Valley Outreach, we continue to see high demand for our services, and in 2024, we:

• Served over 31,900 people
• Distributed food for nearly 2 million meals
• Provided 114,000+ items of clothing
• Assisted 315 families with deeper client support
• Engaged 608 volunteers who have donated over 24,000 hours of their time

Your support during the March Campaign ensures that we can continue to meet this growing need.

Get Involved – Start Your Drive!

Hosting a food and fund drive is a fantastic way to make a direct impact. Whether you’re organizing through a workplace, school, faith community, or neighborhood group, you can help provide food, clothing, and critical resources to people in need.

It’s easier than ever to participate with our Drive Toolkit and March FoodShare poster.

Try a Just Giving Fundraiser!

Beyond in-person food and clothing drives, you can also host an online fundraiser through Just Giving! It’s now easier than ever—accept donations with Apple Pay, customize your page, set a goal, and share it with just a few clicks. Whether you post it on social media, text it to friends, or email your network, spreading the word has never been simpler. Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping Valley Outreach provide food, clothing, and support to those in need.

Need help? Contact Debbie Kanda at [email protected] or 651-342-5569 for assistance.

Be Part of the Solution

The Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign has been making an impact for over 40 years, distributing over $18.5 million to food shelves statewide. We envision a future where all Minnesotans have access to healthy, nutritious food—and you can help make that vision a reality.

Join us in making a difference. Start planning your drive today!