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...]
Mission Moment – Molly at Big River Farms
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...]
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
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...]
Freezer funding complete!
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...]
The hidden face of hunger
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...]
Volunteers are essential!
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...]
Good Food Access Program’s impact on The Food Group
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...]
Cold Weather Impacts Fare For All & Agency Deliveries
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...]
Shutdown Creating Increased Hunger & Uncertainty
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...]
Your Gifts Matter: Four Reasons Why
Drops, Ripples, Leverage, and Vibes In her book Give a Little: How your small donations can transform our world, Wendy Smith reminds us that donations of dimes were the beginning of the end of polio, and today $5 can prevent malaria. If … [Read more...]
