Food Access
Food Access
Food Access helps ensure our neighbors across Central Minnesota have reliable access to nutritious food and everyday essentials.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud
Food, housing and mental health care for neighbors in need across 16 counties of Central Minnesota, serving people of all faiths and backgrounds.
2025 at a Glance
And in 2025, 2,367 volunteers gave more than 139,000 hours to support neighbors across Central Minnesota.
What We Do
A family facing housing instability may also struggle to put food on the table, while mental health challenges can make it even harder to find stability. By bringing food access, housing, and mental health services together through our pillars of service, we can meet people where they are.
Food Access helps ensure our neighbors across Central Minnesota have reliable access to nutritious food and everyday essentials.
Housing provides safe, stable housing and supportive services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or other barriers to independent living.
Mental Health provides compassionate counseling and behavioral health services that help children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges.
Neighbor Stories
The number one thing they do there is treat you with dignity and respect. It feels like grocery shopping. It doesn’t feel like you’re there for help.
Give
The quickest way to help is a secure online gift. Your donation provides food, housing, mental health care, and other essential support for neighbors across Central Minnesota.
A monthly gift gives our neighbors steady support all year long. Questions? Call (320) 650-1642
Get Involved
Every act of kindness strengthens our community and creates lasting change for individuals, families, and those most in need.
Serve meals, support our food shelf, and help neighbors across Central Minnesota.
Join a Catholic Charities giving society and find your place in giving.
Gather with neighbors and supporters at Mardi Gras, the Benefit Breakfast, and more.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, 3:00–4:00 PM. Take a guided tour to learn about our mission, programs, and the impact we make together.
Saturday, 5 AM–7 PM. Every purchase at Scooter’s Coffee in St. Cloud or Sauk Rapids helps support Catholic Charities.
Thursday. A private morning with our donors highlighting client stories and the impact of your generosity.
Saturday. Our annual fundraising gala brings together community members and businesses for an evening of food, entertainment, and giving.
Stories & News

Catholic Charities honors Mark Thelen and Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) with the 2026 Good Samaritan Award for outstanding service in Central Minnesota.

A new hot/cold delivery truck, funded by the Central Minnesota Council on Aging, helps bring more Meals on Wheels to seniors across Wright County.

Donor Experience Officer Brian Woods shares why volunteering at the Catholic Charities Food Shelf matters, and how you can help neighbors this holiday season.
Where We Serve
Our programs and services reach across 16 counties, ensuring that neighbors in communities large and small have access to the support and resources they need. From urban centers to rural communities, we are committed to meeting people where they are.
Accountability
Catholic Charities is a nonprofit organization advancing the charitable and social mission of the Diocese of St. Cloud. We serve individuals and families across Central Minnesota, regardless of faith or background.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud
Federal Tax ID 41-0737799