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Hunger Solutions joins forces with The Food Group!

We are excited to announce that Hunger Solutions Minnesota has officially joined forces with The Food Group on March 1, 2024. As trusted long-time partner organizations with closely aligned values, vision, and approach, we look forward to sharing the innovative ways that our combined efforts will provide food for today and change for tomorrow. This […]

Opportunity – Request for Proposals for Healthy, Hunger-Free Schools Campaign

Hunger Solutions Minnesota is requesting proposals from interested contractors to lead the communications strategy for the Healthy, Hunger-Free Schools campaign. Proposals are due by 5:00 pm Tuesday, October 12th, 2021. View the full RFP here. The Opportunity Hunger Solutions is looking to contract with a consultant or agency to lead (develop & execute) the communications […]

Job Opportunity – Finance Director

Hunger Solutions Minnesota is looking for a Director of Finance whose primary purpose is to provide financial and operational guidance for the organization. The Director of Finance reports to the Executive Director (ED) and supports the following areas: Finance, Business Planning and Budgeting, Human Resources, Administration, and IT.  In addition, the Director of Finance is […]

Minnesota COVID Food Fund Grant

(Application closed Sept. 14) View the grant informational PowerPoint Grant details Total funding: $12 million was be awarded in total, with grant allotments ranging from $447.00 to $250,000 to 239 agencies. View a list of all approved agencies. Grant period: The grant funds can cover costs July 1, 2020-December 30, 2020. All funds must be […]

How food shelves are responding to COVID-19

We’ve asked food shelves to change how they deliver services very quickly to maintain safety of their volunteers, staff, and customers. Many food shelves are implementing drive-up services to help maintain social distance while continuing to get food resources to people who need it. Last week, we visited Christian Cupboard Food Shelf to share with […]

Meals for kids during COVID-19 closings

We’re collecting information on where families and kids can go to get a free meal during Minnesota’s statewide school closures. This list is by no means comprehensive and it is constantly changing as new information is available. To get the best, most recent info about a restaurant or school, be sure to call them before […]

Job Opportunity – Program Assistant

Full time, $15-18 hour Reports to: Business Manager (TEFAP); Program Manager (HelpLine) We’re looking for program assistant to help keep the Minnesota Food HelpLine and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) running smoothly.  Day time (Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm) with occasional early evening (4:30-7:00 pm) availability required. Essential Functions: Answer incoming calls to the Minnesota […]

Job opportunity — Development Manager

Hunger Solutions Minnesota works to end hunger by taking action, advancing public policy and guiding grassroots advocacy on behalf of hungry Minnesotans and the diverse groups that serve them. We connect Minnesota’s food shelves and hunger-relief organizations with the necessary funding, technical assistance and logistical support to reach thousands of Minnesota individuals, families and children […]

Job opportunity – SNAP Outreach Intern

We’re looking for an intern to help connect Minnesotans who struggle with hunger with the food resources they need through the Minnesota Food HelpLine. The HelpLine assists low-income individuals enroll in public nutrition programs like SNAP and connects them to other basic needs services. Last year, the HelpLine assisted 3,658 calls from Minnesota residents with […]

New data shows food insecurity near pre-recession levels

The USDA recently released updated food insecurity data for the United States.  This annual report helps us keep track of how many Minnesotans are food insecure, what groups of people are experiencing more food insecurity, and if we’re making any progress in our fight against hunger. Food Insecurity in the U.S. The good news from the […]

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