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# Lakes Area Food Shelf

Food Shelf for Brainerd Lakes Area MN

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [LAFS Builds Community Resource Hub](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/06/22/lafs-builds-community-resource-hub/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf broke ground June 21st for a 1,920-square foot expansion to its current building in Pequot Lakes. The new space will house a Community Resource Hub co-located with the current food shelf building. The move extends LAFS’ efforts to feed those in need while addressing factors causing a spike in hunger in
- [LAFS Impact Report Celebrates YOU!](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/06/20/lafs-impact-report-celebrates-you/) - It’s a big “THANK YOU” card to our community, and a little bit of bragging too! You’ll find plenty of accomplishments in Lakes Area Food Shelf’s first ever Impact Report published June 12. The report highlights the challenges faced by LAFS in 2022 and 2023. More importantly, it celebrates our community for overcoming them. “On
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf 2023 Impact Report](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/06/20/lakes-area-food-shelf-2023-impact-report/) - Please select this link to access the Lakes Area Food Shelf 2023 Impact Report.
- [Sourcewell Grant/Brakstad Farms "Farm to Table initiative" for Lakes Area Food Shelf](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/03/20/sourcewell-grant-brakstad-farms-farm-to-table-initiative-for-lakes-area-food-shelf/) - Sourcewell Grant/Brakstad Farms "Farm to Table initiative" for Lakes Area Food Shelf Farm to Food Shelf Partnership with Lakes Area Food Shelf Delivers Nutrient Rich Produce This recent video showcases the success of the Farm to Food Shelf Program: Brakstad Farms Robyn and Lance Bragstad are a couple so much in sync, they finish each
- [Fall Newsletter 2023](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/09/21/spring-newsletter-2023/) - LAFSNwsLtrAug2023FINALHighRes-1
- [Welcome to LAFS New Director Tammy Larsen](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/08/21/welcome-to-lafs-new-director-tammy-larsen/) - Tamara “Tammy” Larsen has been named Director of the Lakes Area Food Shelf (LAFS) in Pequot Lakes. Ms. Larsen’s appointment came by a unanimous vote of the LAFS Board of Directors during its regular meeting in August. She’ll succeed former Director Kathy Adams who resigned in early August. Ms. Larsen will be on the job
- [Tickets On Sale Now for 32nd Annual Nisswa Christmas Home Tour - All Proceeds Benefit Lakes Area Food Shelf](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/07/07/tickets-on-sale-now-for-32nd-annual-nisswa-christmas-home-tour-all-proceeds-benefit-lakes-area-food-shelf/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf (LAFS), in partnership with several downtown Nisswa merchants, has opened ticket sales for the 32nd Annual Nisswa Christmas Home Tour. Ticket sales begin as LAFS is serving an unprecedented number of people in need of nutrition. “We had a record year in 2022 and halfway through 2023, it looks like we’ll break
- [Hunger in Minnesota](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/03/20/hunger-in-minnesota/) - Hunger in Minnesota Hunger In Minnesota A Growing Concern Inflation and End of Pandemic Relief Programs Drive Increases Recently released data from Minnesota Hunger Solutions shows significant spikes in use of food shelf services, a trend confirmed by Lakes Area Food Shelf. In 2022, Minnesotans made over 5.5 million visits to food shelves, 1.9 million
- [2023 Minnesota Foodshare Campaign Kicks Off](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/03/20/2023-minnesota-foodshare-campaign-kicks-off/) - 2023 Minnesota Foodshare Campaign Kicks Off Lakes Area Food Shelf Joins 2023 Minnesota FoodShares Campaign Your Dollars and Food Donations Eligible for Match Lakes Area Food Shelf has joined the MN FoodShare Campaign sponsored by the Minneapolis Council of Churches. The Campaign runs between February 27 and April 9. It's the largest fundraising and food
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Community Resource Hub](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/2023/03/20/lakes-area-food-shelf-community-resource-hub/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf Community Resource Hub The Lakes Area Food Shelf Community Resources Hub "Hunger Free & Healthy" Fundraising Campaign Underway In January of 2023, Lakes Area Food Shelf announced a major fundraising campaign to build a Community Resources Hub. Creating the Hub will address the growing need for social services in northern Crow

## Pages

- [Home](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/) - WANT TO DONATE?Help your community. Build your legacy. DONATE NEED FOOD?View our hours and agreements. GET FOOD WANT TO HELP?Volunteer to make a difference. VOLUNTEER Farms 2 Food Shelf - Impact Funding Story from Sourcewell on Vimeo. Lakes Area Food Shelf exists because of you. Your donations of time, talent, money and food make it
- [About Us](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/about-us/) - About Us Over 40 Years Of Service Lakes Area Food Shelf is grateful to have served the Brainerd Lakes Area area for over 40 years. We were established in 1980 by Donald Messick, a former grocery executive who resided in Pequot Lakes, with the help of the Lutheran Church of the Cross and Christ Community
- [Get Food](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/get-food/) - GET FOOD The Lakes Area Food Shelf is committed to ensuring that no one in the Brainerd Lakes Area goes hungry. We utilize "choice shopping", which means that it is set up like a grocery store, and you will choose your food and personal care items from our store. Shelves are restocked throughout the day,
- [Copy of Get Food](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/get-food-copy/) - GET FOOD The Lakes Area Food Shelf is committed to ensuring that no one in the Brainerd Lakes Area goes hungry. We utilize "choice shopping", which means that it is set up like a grocery store, and you will choose your food and personal care items from our store. We purchase food, accept food donations
- [Garden Tour](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/garden-tour/) - 2026 Lakes Area Garden Tour Befriend local gardeners. Be inspired by beautiful gardens. Become wiser about MN gardening. Be chauffeured on coach buses. Be together with friends and family. Buy Tickets
- [Contact Us](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/contact-us/) - CONTACT US CALL 218-568-8474 If calling outside of business hours, please leave a message and we will return your call VISIT 29316 Patriot Ave, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
- [Donate](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/donate/) - DONATE DONATE ONLINE Donate via the PayPal Giving Fund with your PayPal account or your credit card.PayPal Giving Fund provides the Donation Receipt and waives all transaction fees, so we receive your entire donation. Donate via Venmo @LAFS29316 or use the QR code below from your phone. MAIL A CHECK Mail a check
- [Emergency Needs](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/emergency-needs/) - EMERGENCY NEEDS Need emergency food? Please contact one of the following two police departments for a small package of emergency food: Pequot Lakes Police -- 218-568-5222 -- located at 4638 Main Street, Pequot Lakes Nisswa Police -- 218-963-4444 -- located at 5442 City Hall Street, Nisswa Emergency Services and SNAP (Food Support) Crow Wing County
- [Donate Page with Zeffy](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/test/) - DONATE DONATE ONLINEUse the form to donate with a Credit card and provide food to families with food insecurities. SEND A CHECK IN THE MAILMail a check to: LAFSPO Box 423Pequot Lakes, MN 56472 DROP OFF A CHECKDrop a check off during business hours at: 29316 Patriot AvenuePequot Lakes, MN 56472 DONATE FOOD ITEMS, PERSONAL
- [Board of Directors](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/bod/) - Board of Directors Overview The Lakes Area Food Shelf has a 13-member Board of Directors with each member bringing needed functional skills such as business acumen including marketing, business finance, IT; community relationships, and food and nutrition expertise. Board member terms are three years and members may service two consecutive terms. Board members are encouraged
- [Farms 2 Food Shelf](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/farms-2-food-shelf/) - FARMS 2 FOOD SHELF PROGRAM The objective of this program is to provide low-income families with the most nutrient-rich, fresh produce possible, while economically supporting local growers/farmers in the Brainerd Lakes Area of Minnesota. The food is currently utilized by Pine River-Backus Family Center's Food Shelf and CommUnity meals in Pine River, and the Lakes
- [Learn More](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/news/) - PROGRAMS FARMS TO FOOD SHELF Program NEWSLETTERS LAFS 2023 Fall Newsletter LAFS 2023 Spring Newsletter LAFS 2022 Year End Newsletter LAFS 2022 Fall Newsletter LAFS 2022 Spring Newsletter INFORMATION FOR SENIORS: Senior Nutrition Information Senior Housing Information Blog HEALTHY EATING VIDEOS 3 EASY STEPS EATING TO FEEL BETTER GETTING STARTED GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES HEALTHY DAILY
- [Events](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/events/) - EVENTS
- [Volunteer](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/volunteer/) - VOLUNTEER Lakes Area Food Shelf is powered by volunteers. They unload semi trucks full of food. They stock the shelves. They stand in the snow handing out holiday meals. Most importantly, they greet those who need the food shelf with dignity, empathy, and a smile. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please email

## Venues

- [Lakes Area Food Shelf (Baxter)](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/venue/lakes-area-food-shelf-baxter/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf (Pequot Lakes)](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/venue/lakes-area-food-shelf/)
- [Northern Pacific Center, Brainerd, MN](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/venue/northern-pacific-center-brainerd-mn/)

## Organizers

- [Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/organizer/greater-minneapolis-council-of-churches/)

## Events

- [Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/bridges-of-hope-2/2026-06-17/) - Chris Swenson from Bridges of Hope is here to share the services offered by Bridges of Hope. Baxter (2-3:30) Pequot Lakes (4 - 6)
- [Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/bridges-of-hope/2024-02-20/) - Chris Swenson from Bridges of Hope is here to share the services offered by Bridges of Hope.
- [Father's Day Fairways for Food Scramble @ Whitefish Golf Club](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/fathers-day-fairways-for-food-scramble-whitefish-golf-club/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-specialist-2/2026-01-22/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Crow Wing County Housing Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-specialist/2026-01-13/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Lakes Area Garden Tour](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-garden-tour/2026-07-31/) - 2026 Lakes Area Garden Tour Befriend local gardeners. Be inspired by beautiful gardens. Become wiser about MN gardening. Be chauffeured on coach buses. Be together with friends and family. Buy tickets at https://lakesareafoodshelf.yapsody.com/event/index/868197/2026-lakes-area-garden-tour
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf fundraiser at Dairy Queen (Pequot Lakes)](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-fundraiser-at-dairy-queen-pequot-lakes/) - Dairy Queen (Pequot Lakes) will donate a percentage of daily sales to Lakes Area Food Shelf today!
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-4/2025-11-25/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Financial Ed Class -- Understanding Loans](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/financial-ed-class-understanding-loans/) - Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union will be on-site, teaching a class entitled Understanding Loans. There will be time to grocery shop after class if needed.
- [Catholic Charities -- Sr. Meals distribution](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/catholic-charities-sr-meals-distribution/) - Catholic Charities will distribute frozen meals to seniors. Sign up required, but can be done onsite.
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf CLOSED](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-2-3/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf CLOSED](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-3-2-2/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf CLOSED](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-2-2/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf CLOSED](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-3-2-3/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-5/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-6/)
- [Thanksgiving Meal Distribution](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-meal-distribution-4/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be distributing Thanksgiving turkeys and meal fixings on the following dates: Wednesday, November 19 3-6 PM Thursday, November 20 9-AM - 12 Noon Tuesday, November 26 9 AM - 12 Noon Wednesday, November
- [Thanksgiving Meal Distribution](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-meal-distribution-3/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be distributing Thanksgiving turkeys and meal fixings on the following dates: Wednesday, November 19 3-6 PM Thursday, November 20 9-AM - 12 Noon Tuesday, November 26 9 AM - 12 Noon Wednesday, November
- [Thanksgiving Meal Distribution](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-meal-distribution-2/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be distributing Thanksgiving turkeys and meal fixings on the following dates: Wednesday, November 19 3-6 PM Thursday, November 20 9-AM - 12 Noon Tuesday, November 26 9 AM - 12 Noon Wednesday, November
- [Thanksgiving Meal Distribution](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-meal-distribution/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be distributing Thanksgiving turkeys and meal fixings on the following dates: Wednesday, November 19 3-6 PM Thursday, November 20 9-AM - 12 Noon Tuesday, November 26 9 AM - 12 Noon Wednesday, November
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/2025-02-11/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Lutheran Social Services](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lutheran-social-services-2/2025-05-06/) - Vicki from Lutheran Social Services will be available to assist with housing, energy assistance and many other issues.
- [Energy Assistance](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/energy-assistance/) - Concerned about your upcoming heat bills? Heidi Auel and her team will be at the Lakes Area Food Shelf to help with energy assistance applications, answer questions about your utility bills and other energy-related questions and issues.
- [Intro to Money Management](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/intro-to-money-management/) - Money management class presented by Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union. Register at LAFS or by calling 218-568-8474. Class size limited to 10.
- [Crow Wing County Housing and Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-and-homeless-specialist-3-2/2025-06-24/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns.
- [Lutheran Social Services](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lutheran-social-services/2025-05-06/) - Vicki from Lutheran Social Services will be available to assist with housing, energy assistance and many other issues.
- [Crow Wing County Housing and Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-and-homeless-specialist-3/2024-03-28/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns.
- [Catholic Charities -- Sr. Meals](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/catholic-charities-sr-meals-2-2/2025-02-06/) - Catholic Charities distributes frozen meals for Crow Wing County adults 60 years and older. Registration forms are available at LAFS.
- [Catholic Charities -- Sr. Meals](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/catholic-charities-sr-meals-2/2024-01-04/) - Catholic Charities is distributing frozen meals for adults over 60 years of age who reside in Crow Wing County.
- [Dairy Queen (Pequot Lakes) -- Lakes Area Food Shelf day](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/dairy-queen-pequot-lakes-lakes-area-food-shelf-day/) - Fundraiser at the Pequot Lakes Dairy Queen. 10% of daily sales go to the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Operation Sandwich - Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/operation-sandwich-bridges-of-hope/2025-03-20/) - Operation Sandwich is a grassroots program that exists to end childhood hunger by feeding kids when free and reduced meals are not accessible at school. You must pre-register to have a bag available for you to pick up. Pick up is at the Lakes Area Food Shelf from 9 am to 12 pm.
- [CFSP(NAPS) Boxes Available for Pick Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/naps-cfsp-boxes-available-for-pick-up/2024-12-12/) - CFSP/NAPS boxes available for pickup: Thursday, December 12 10-noon Tuesday, December 17, 9-noon Wednesday, December 18, 3-6PM Thursday, December 19, 9-noon
- [Holiday Meal Items Available for Pick Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/holiday-meal-items-available-for-pick-up/2024-12-17/) - We will have food items available for your holiday meals including ham or turkey and all the sides. Pick up times are December 17-19 during our regular business hours.
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-2/2023-04-12/)
- [Lutheran Social Services representative In-House](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lutheran-social-services-representative-in-house/) - A Lutheran Social Services(LSS) representative will be at the Lakes Area Food Shelf during store hours. They will be available for spontaneous meetings and questions about LSS services.
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-3/)
- [Thanksgiving items available for pickup](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-items-available-for-pickup/)
- [Thanksgiving items available for pickup](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-items-available-for-pickup-3/)
- [Thanksgiving items available for pickup](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/thanksgiving-items-available-for-pickup-2/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/2024-11-14/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Fall Into Christmas Lakes Area Home Tour](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/fall-into-christmas-lakes-area-home-tour/2024-10-17/) - Be inspired by talented local merchants from the lakes area who join together to create a holiday experience that you are sure to remember. The Lakes Area Home Tour takes place October 17, 18 and 19 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm each day. This year, tour participants are shuttled to private homes which are
- [Lutheran Church of the Cross Fall Rummage Sale](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lutheran-church-of-the-cross-fall-rummage-sale/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2-2-2/2024-06-12/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-3-2/2024-02-29/)
- [Dental Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/dental-specialist-3/2024-02-27/) - Ebony Bollig (Dental Specialist) will be here from 9:00-Noon
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2-2/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf CLOSED due to Winter Storm Warning](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-4/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2-2/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [MN FoodShare March Campaign](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/mn-foodshare-march-campaign/) - Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign, the largest grassroots food and fund drive in the state, brings together organizations, businesses, faith communities, and individuals to help stock and support the capacity of nearly 300 food shelves. The 2024 campaign runs February 26th - April 6th. All donations received by Lakes Area Food Shelf during this campaign will
- [Crow Wing County Housing and Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-and-homeless-specialist-2/2024-02-22/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns.
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist-2-2/2024-01-10/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at the Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Crow Wing County Housing and Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-and-homeless-specialist/2023-04-27/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns.
- [Catholic Charities -- Sr. Meals](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/catholic-charities-sr-meals/2024-01-04/) - Catholic Charities is distributing frozen meals for adults over 60 years of age.
- [Dental Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/dental-specialist/) - Meet with Ebony Bollig (Dental Specialist)
- [Holiday Meal Pick-Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/holiday-meal-pick-up-2/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be providing holiday hams and all of the side items during the regular food shelf hours on Tuesday, 12/19, Wednesday, 12/20, and Thursday, 12/21.
- [Holiday Meal Pick-Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/holiday-meal-pick-up/2023-12-19/) - Lakes Area Food Shelf will be providing holiday hams and all of the side items during the regular food shelf hours on Tuesday, 12/19, Wednesday, 12/20, and Thursday, 12/21.
- [Operation Sandwich Pick-Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/operation-sandwich-pick-up/) - Operation Sandwich will be here this Tuesday to distribute lunches for the holiday break
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist/2023-04-11/) - Lisa Hamilton, Housing and Homeless Specialist for Crow Wing County, is available to meet with you regarding any concerns you have related to housing, rent increases, transportation, unemployment and job training, energy assistance, SNAP applications/benefits, and other concerns. Lisa will be available at Lakes Area Food Shelf.
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-3/2023-04-13/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/lakes-area-food-shelf-open/2023-04-11/)
- [University of MN Extension Service Heat Assistance](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/event/university-of-mn-extension-service-heat-assistance/) - Join us at Lakes Area Food Shelf on Thursday, March 30, 10:00 am-12:00 noon for meetings with an individual from the University of MN Extension Service. They will provide information and assistance regarding energy assistance for your home.

## Series

- [Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/bridges-of-hope-2/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/crow-wing-county-housing-specialist-2/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/crow-wing-county-housing-specialist/)
- [Lakes Area Garden Tour](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/lakes-area-garden-tour/)
- [Lutheran Social Services](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/lutheran-social-services/)
- [Operation Sandwich - Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/operation-sandwich-bridges-of-hope/)
- [Holiday Meal Items Available for Pick Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/holiday-meal-items-available-for-pick-up/)
- [NAPS (CFSP) Boxes Available for Pick Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/naps-cfsp-boxes-available-for-pick-up/)
- [Thanksgiving items available for pickup](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/thanksgiving-items-available-for-pickup/)
- [Fall Into Christmas Lakes Area Home Tour](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/fall-into-christmas-lakes-area-home-tour/)
- [Dental Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/dental-specialist-2/)
- [Bridges of Hope](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/bridges-of-hope/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing & Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/crow-wing-county-housing-homeless-specialist/)
- [Catholic Charities -- Sr. Meals](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/catholic-charities-sr-meals/)
- [Dental Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/dental-specialist/)
- [Holiday Meal Pick-Up](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/holiday-meal-pick-up/)
- [Crow Wing County Housing and Homeless Specialist](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/crow-wing-county-housing-and-homeless-specialist/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/lakes-area-food-shelf-open-2/)
- [Lakes Area Food Shelf Open](https://lakesareafoodshelf.org/series/lakes-area-food-shelf-open/)

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