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The Power of Partnerships

May 6, 2019 by Kristin Smith

People often thank us for the good work we do. We appreciate the words of support, but we also recognize that we do not do this work alone! We sincerely appreciate the many community partners who help us leverage our resources to do more than we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Spring Newsletter 2019 Tagged With: collaboration, partnerships, positive change

Choua Yang: How motherhood led to a life of farming

May 6, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Our mental images of who farmers are might not initially coincide with motherhood, but for Choua, mother of four and farmer at Big River Farms (BRF), these two identities are inextricably connected. When she began farming, her goal was to earn an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Spring Newsletter 2019 Tagged With: Agriculture, Big River Farms, Farming, motherhood

Mission Moment – Molly at Big River Farms

May 3, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Through Mission Moments, we can share how staff, volunteers, & supporters became connected to our work with food access or sustainable agriculture. We hope that you enjoy these Mission Moments, and feel inspired by the stories of … [Read more...]

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Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

April 23, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Community supported agriculture (CSA) is far more than just a weekly delivery of locally grown fruits and vegetables. It is one of the easiest and most powerful ways that you can support and participate in the exciting transformation happening in our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Winter Newsletter 2019 Tagged With: Agriculture, Big River Farms, csa

Freezer funding complete!

March 13, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Thanks to generous donations from corporations, foundations, government and individuals, we have reached the fundraising goal for additional freezer storage space! The freezer will be operating by early April. The Food Group believes strongly in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: donors, fare for all, freezer

The hidden face of hunger

March 12, 2019 by Talia Miracle

In my role as Food Security Program Coordinator at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis, I spend most of my time in community settings talking to people about food resources – especially the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: fare for all, Food Access, hunger relief

Volunteers are essential!

February 14, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Volunteers are essential to The Food Group’s operation.  Last year, volunteers donated over 30,000 hours, the equivalent of $783,809.00.  They packed food in our warehouse, tended our MicroFarm throughout the summer month, gathered donated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog

Good Food Access Program’s impact on The Food Group

February 6, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Our executive director, Lori Thorp, recently addressed the Minnesota House of Representatives Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy Committee regarding the importance and impact of the Good Food Access Program on our Fare For All work. Below … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: access nutrition, good foods for minnesota

Cold Weather Impacts Fare For All & Agency Deliveries

January 28, 2019 by Kristin Smith

Due to severe cold weather, Fare For All sites are cancelled Tuesday, January 29 through Thursday, January 31. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you stay safe and warm. This impacts the following … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog

Shutdown Creating Increased Hunger & Uncertainty

January 23, 2019 by Kristin Smith

A note from The Food Group's Executive Director, Lori Thorp  The New Year usually offers me a prompt to look brightly at the year ahead. The darkest days are behind us and the lightest are yet to come. It is hard not to be optimistic! This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: advocacy, government shutdown, hunger relief, increased hunger

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