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Food Shelf and Food Lockers - Community Emergency Service

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Resource Name:Food Shelf and Food Lockers - Community Emergency Service

address

1900 11th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Eligibility

Open to all individuals and families that meet the federal poverty guidelines at or below 300% of the poverty level, or participate in programs like General Assistance (GA), SNAP, WIC, or public housing, or are experiencing an emergency or crisis

Required documents

None

Hours

  • Food Shelf: Appointments available 1 pm - 6 pm Tuesday - Thursday
  • Bonus Friday: 1 pm - 3 pm Friday
a number/ticket is provided to clients beginning at 12:45 pm
(612)870-1125

Voice

·

Intake

Application process

Call or visit the website www.cesmn.org for an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

MN

Food Shelf: Allows two visits per month. Provides a variety of shelf-stable foods, as well as fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, and dairy items is available.

​- Bonus Friday is an extra day to receive fresh fruits, vegetables, bread, and other 'bonus' items.

- With a food shelf appointment, people can also access Jean's Closet once a quarter, which provides material goods such as dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils, towels, bed sheets, and blankets.

Food Locker: Offers a flexible, private, and contact free option for picking up groceries day or night. It is located right outside the building, the lockers are accessible 24/7, and can be reserved in advance.

Last Assured

10/02/2025

Providing organization

Community Emergency Service

Assists residents of South Minneapolis in meeting basic physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Provides a neighborhood food shelf, home delivery program, and Meals on Wheels.