In March, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf participated in the Minnesota FoodShare program. During Food Share Month, the food shelf carefully tracks donations, reporting figures to the Greater Metropolitan Council of Churches. This aids in securing crucial financial support for area food shelves, including Hugo’s. In 2024, donations are tracking behind, but the food…
The 2023 Toy Shelf event organized by the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf was a tremendous success, bringing cheer to several families in need. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the community, 138 local children experienced a much brighter holiday. The event was made possible by the contributions of the community and the dedication of…
In November, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf distributed Thanksgiving baskets to 86 families, totaling 4,322 pounds of food and holiday baking essentials. The Hugo MN Lions donated over 1,200 pounds of turkeys, and volunteers, including members of the Centennial Youth Hockey Association, played a vital role in the event. Festival Foods in Hugo also…
In October, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Night to thank the dedicated volunteers who make its mission possible. Volunteers play a vital role in providing food assistance to families while maintaining their dignity. In 2022, volunteers served an average of 118 families monthly—an increase of 97% from the previous…
Boy Scout Troop 151 had their Halloween Food Shelf drive and brought in 495 pounds of food and $916. Thank you for your hard work and donations Troop 151!
Minnesota hunger-relief organizations united in service to community, announce that food is available, and more is on the way To our Minnesota community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has challenged all of us in unprecedented ways, leaving most of us unsettled and fearful about what the future may hold. To all those in our community who…
Appointment Sign-up During this unprecedented time, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf is here to help our neighbors in need while also ensuring the safety of clients, volunteers, and staff. See below for additional information for clients, volunteers and how you can help. Existing Clients (Clients who have received food from us between January…
Want to make the biggest impact with your donation? Consider giving a monetary gift. We buy thousands of pounds of food at a time, as well as receive discounts due to our nonprofit status. Because of that, we can make a dollar go much further than an individual would be able to at a grocery…
Donate to the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf in March Now through April 7, you can make your donation to the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf go even further. For more than 30 years, Minnesota FoodShare, a program of the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches (GMCC), has coordinated the March Campaign. The campaign brings together…
The holiday season is right around the corner and for those who struggle to make ends meet, this time of the year can be especially challenging. This is why the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf is once again helping our neighbors in need by providing Holiday Food Baskets. Please sponsor a $35 holiday food basket…
