Food Shelf Programs

The Neighborhood Food Shelf is open to residents in need of supplemental food. Guests can visit the food shelf once a month.

CES piloted an innovative approach to providing a selection of groceries to homebound clients. These free groceries are delivered from the CES Food Shelf to homebound clients in the Phillips neighborhood and areas of South Minneapolis.

We provide outreach for guests of East African origin through two programs; our weekly East African Food Distribution and our Home Delivery Program.

East African guests may come to the food shelf once a month on Thursday mornings. CES has secured a part-time staff person as well as a volunteer to help with interpreting and translation.

Bonus Friday Food Distribution is available every week from 1:00 – 3:00pm. CES offers a wide variety of fresh produce, as well as bakery and deli items. This distribution is open to anyone; doors open at 10:30am for clients to receive a number for the day’s distribution before receiving the day’s produce and food.