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The US Department of Agriculture states that 12.8 percent (17.0 million) of U.S. households were food insecure at some time during 2022. Food insecurity in 2022 was significantly higher than the 10.2 percent (13.5 million) in 2021. As prices rise and the number of food insecure households increases, free food resources are increasingly becoming essential lifelines for families and the elderly across the country — and this holiday season is no exception.
The Fifth District offers a wide variety of free, cooked meals and shelf stable products. Click here to search Hennepin County's free food GIS map resource.
"Fare For All" is a pop-up grocery store that offers 30-40 percent reduced price groceries with locations in Richfield and Bloomington. If you our a loved need reduced price food this winter or holiday season, don't hesitate to visit a location.
Fare For All: a reduced price, pop-up grocery store near you
Bloomington: Creekside Community Center
Monthly Day & Time: Once a Month on a Friday from 11- 1 pm
Dates 2023: Nov 17, Dec 15
Richfield Community Center
Monthly Day & Time: Once a Month on a Tuesday from 1- 3 pm
Dates 2023: Nov 21, Dec 19
Click here for free and reduced price resources in Eden Prairie.
Receive fresh and frozen pre-made meals through Meals on Wheels.
Loaves and Fishes- free community meals
Bloomington- Christ the King Lutheran Church, Monday - Friday, 5-6 pm
Richfield - Hope Presbyterian Church, Monday - Friday, 5-6 pm
Richfield - Woodlake Lutheran Church, Saturday and Sunday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
To support a family that is food insecure, make a food donation at VEAP in Bloomington (Twin Cities’ largest food pantry), Prop food shelf in Eden Prairie, or donate or volunteer with Fare For All in Richfield.
Thank you for your generosity this holiday season, and be well.
In partnership,
Debbie
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What's happening at Hennepin County and across the district:
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The Hennepin County Board is recruiting volunteers for 30 advisory board positions.
Each fall, the board accepts applications from residents interested in volunteer service positions on advisory boards, commissions, councils and special task forces. Appointees advise commissioners and help set policy on a variety of topics including mental health, economic support and development, workforce and employment opportunities, racial equity, diversity and inclusion, and so much more.
Deadline to apply is December 29. Appointments will be made in the first quarter of 2024.
Learn more and apply at hennepin.us/advisoryboards
Advisory board openings:
- Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council
- Community Action Partnership
- Capital Budgeting Task Force
- County Extension U of M
- Human Resources Board
- Library Board
- Mental Commitment Attorney Panel
- Racial Equity Advisory Council
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Board
Watershed board openings:
- Lower MN River Watershed District
- Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
 Photo courtesy of Julie M Gile Photography
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Local government agencies, nonprofit organizations, institutions, and businesses in Hennepin County can apply now for funding to implement projects that prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Grant funding can be used to address pathways of aquatic invasive species introduction, provide education, promote behavior change, implement early detection and rapid response efforts, and pursue other ideas that prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Review the grant flyer (PDF) for more details. Applications are due by Thursday, January 11, 2024. Learn more and apply.
For more information, contact Tony Brough at tony.brough@hennepin.us or 612-348-4378.
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Hennepin County held a celebration on Tuesday, November 14, in honor of individuals who have successfully completed probation. Their success stories – in their own words – are featured in a new Government Center exhibit called “A Journey to Success,” which will display the stories of probation clients on a rolling basis.
The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation created the Journey to Success project to showcase the accomplishments of our probation and supervision clients and to share positive stories about the criminal justice system. The county is grateful and proud to have been a part of their journey. Their perseverance and achievement will no doubt inspire others.
Enjoy open skating at Bloomington Ice Garden every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning.
See dates offered and learn more here!
Thursday, November 23, 2023
14675 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Check-in Begins at 8:00am, race starts at 8:30am.
Registration deadline is Nov 23, and is free.
Here are several resources to update yourself and your family on road construction projects happening across the district and the entire metro area.
Hennepin County construction projects
Metropolitan Council weekly construction update
MnDOT- Metro Area State highway and bridge projects
Check out events happening at a library near you. Filter for specific areas, age groups, and different types of event to find something unique and specific to you and your family!
Learn more at Hennepin County Library events.
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Whether it's a housing crisis, energy assistance question, or child protection concern, we are here to help you navigate these and other issues.
Please call our office at 612-348-7885 or contact us to seek assistance or ask a question.
Contact
Commissioner Debbie Goettel
Hennepin County District 5
Bloomington | Eden Prairie | Richfield
612-348-7885
Graham Faulkner
Policy Director
612-348-7885
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