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Food insecurity is an issue facing students as well as local community members. There are many options for students to supplement their food resources and engage food justice work on and off campus. See the various sections of this page to learn how you may engage: receive support as needed, give support as you are able.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Food Resources at Mac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Open Pantry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Open Pantry<\/a> is available for all Macalester students to have access to a supplemental source of food and essentials through the academic year and during summers. It mostly stocks pantry items, shelf-stable goods, and some personal care items. Students have the option of placing an online order for pick-up, or shopping in person at the pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Campus Center 227 (past the MCSG office)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hours are updated weekly and posted in the Mac Daily. Online orders can be picked up after the Pantry may be closed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact: Neno Grae ngrae@macalester.edu<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little Free Pantry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This small stand alone food pantry is a place for community members to access or donate non-perishable food. This project is for Macalester members and the local community\u2014available to anyone who happens to walk by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is open and accessible 24 hours a day on Grand Ave in front of the Chapel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact: CRSL crsl@macalester.edu<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

MacFEAST<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MacFEAST is Macalester\u2019s largest food justice and sustainability student organization with a number of smaller groups under its umbrella, including Food Recovery Network, MacSHARE, and Empty Bowls. All these groups work to educate and engage students about food and sustainability at Macalester and in the Twin Cities. Check out their Facebook page here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food Recovery Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Food Recovery Network is a student-led movement for donating excess dining hall food from universities across the country. The Macalester chapter repacks leftover food from Cafe Mac and donates it to the local community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MacShare<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A student-run cooperative that sells produce and dry bulk goods to the Macalester community at weekly pop-up sales. They purchase produce in bulk from local producers or food hubs and sell everything by the pound, at-price. Any food that remains unsold is purchased by Macalester\u2019s Cafe Mac\/Bon App\u00e9tit. It\u2019s a convenient and affordable way for students to access fresh produce. Sale dates are posted on their Instagram @Mac.Share<\/a> and in the Mac Daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email: macshare@macalester.edu<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MULCH\/MacCARES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

M<\/strong>acalester U<\/strong>rban L<\/strong>and and C<\/strong>ommunity H<\/strong>ealth is a student organization that runs an on-campus community garden and chicken coop in conjunction with the EcoHouse. They provide hands-on experiences for students to try urban gardening. In the summer and early fall, the garden is open for the campus community to volunteer with planting, weeding, and harvesting. They also host events and outreach throughout the school year to provide education on urban food sourcing and sustainable food and agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow them on Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food Resources in the Neighborhood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keystone \u2013 Midway<\/strong>
Walk-through food shelf \u2013 open to all
1916 University Ave W (2 miles)
Hours: M-F 10 am-12:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comet\u2019s Cupboard<\/strong>
Concordia college\u2019s food shelf, open to the public during Covid
1282 Concordia Ave (1.3 miles)
By appointment only. Schedule here: https:\/\/cometscupboard.youcanbook.me\/
Hours: M-F 9 am-3 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interfaith Action\/ Department of Indian Work<\/strong>
Emergency food resource for those with tribal affiliation.
1671 Summit Ave (0.2 miles)
Fill out an application to become a client: https:\/\/interfaithaction.org\/what-we-do\/diw\/emergency-services\/application\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open Hands Midway in Bethlehem Lutheran Church<\/strong>
1 mile away North on Snelling (bus 84)
Every Monday 12-2 pm (excluding major holidays) offer a nutritious hot meal and bakery items for FREE to anyone in need
Food shelf including fresh produce is open at different times throughout the week. Visit their calendar<\/a> to learn more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: https:\/\/www.openhandsmidway.org\/programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Midway Food & Empowerment Project<\/strong>
Every Wednesday from 12-1:30 pm
Hancock Rec Center, 1610 Hubbard Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104
(1.9 miles straight north of campus)
Learn more at https:\/\/www.hamlinemidway.org\/TheMidwayProject<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fare for All<\/strong>
Cooperative purchasing program. Pop-up sales at rotating locations with frozen food up to 40% off. Often held at West 7th Community Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facebook and website have updated list of sales:
https:\/\/fareforall.thefoodgroupmn.org\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resources a Little Further Away<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Neighborhood House Food Market<\/strong>
Food shelf \u2013 open to all during Covid
Pre-packaged food bags include fresh produce, bread, refrigerator and dairy items, canned and boxed foods, frozen meat, and cooking oil
Curbside pickup \u2013 call (651) 789-2534 when you arrive
Delivery possible \u2013 call (651) 789-2534<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hallie Q. Brown<\/strong>
Food shelf \u2013 open to all
270 N Kent St. (3 miles)
Customizable pre-packaged food boxes
By appointment only. Fill out this form: Hallie Q. Brown Food Shelf Request Form<\/a>
Pick-up and delivery options<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Francis Basket Food Market<\/strong>
1293 E Maynard Dr. (3.2 miles)
Walk-up food shelf
Pre-packaged food bags include fresh produce, bread, refrigerator and dairy items, canned and boxed foods, frozen meat, and cooking oil
Hours: Monday 9-11:30 am, Tuesday and Friday: 9-11:30 am, 1-3:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Loaves and Fishes<\/strong>
Website with map locations of resources available<\/a>
Community meals served at the Dorothy Day Center (Higher Ground) all week at 4:30-5:30 pm
4.3 miles east of campus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information on SNAP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that provides financial assistance to one\u2019s food budget. If you are found eligible, you will receive SNAP benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which works like a debit card. Benefits are automatically loaded to your account each month, and the amount is based on income and household size. You can use your EBT card to buy groceries at authorized food stores and retailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, temporarily expands SNAP benefits eligibility to include more students enrolled at least half-time in an institution of higher education, who either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n