Free Food in Minneapolis, MN
One of the Upper Midwest's largest metropolitan centers, Minneapolis straddles the Mississippi River with distinct neighborhoods and a progressive spirit. Lakes within city limits offer refuge and recreation.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 17% of Minneapolis residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 70 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Minneapolis resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Minneapolis
- Food Pantry: 52
- Blessing Box: 11
- Church-based Program: 4
- Food Bank: 2
- College Food Pantry: 2
- Meal Program: 2
- Soup Kitchen: 1
Resources in Minneapolis
70 results
Seward-Longfellow Pantry
3512 East 25th Street
Blessing Box
Sharing & Caring Hands
525 N 7th St
Food Pantry
Shelf of Hope at Gethsemane Church
525 N 7th St Minneapolis
Food Pantry
Shiloh Temple
1010 Currie Avenue North"
Food Pantry
Simpson Food Shelf
2609 Stevens Ave So
Food Pantry
Somali Food Shelf
1201 West Broadway Ave."
Food Pantry
St. Olaf Lutheran Church
2901 North Emerson Avenue
Food Pantry
Stevens Square-Loring Heights Little Free Pantry
Stevens Square neighborhood, Minneapolis
Blessing Box
Stevens Square-Loring Heights Little Free Pantry
1901 Stevens Ave
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army - Booth Manor
1421 Yale Pl
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army - Central Ave Social Services
2727 Central Ave NE
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army - Minneapolis (MN) New Goods Thrift Store & Donation Center
900 N Fourth St
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army - Nicollet Ave (Minneapolis, MN) Thrift Store & Donation Center
3740 Nicollet Ave South
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army - Park Place Donation Drop Box
3330 Edinborough Way
Food Pantry
UBC Little Free Pantry
1219 University Ave SE
Blessing Box
University of Minnesota - Food Pantry
College Food Pantry
University of Minnesota - Nutritious U Food Pantry
Coffman Union
College Food Pantry
Victory Memorial Drive Free Little Pantry
Dowling Avenue North and Washburn Avenue North
Blessing Box
Waite House - Pillsbury United Communities
3001 University Avenue SE"
Food Pantry
Waite House Food Shelf
2323 11th Avenue South
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Minneapolis
Where can I get free food in Minneapolis?
There are 70 resources available: food pantries, blessing boxes, church programs, meal programs, and food banks.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone with no proof of income, though some may have a service area or ask you to book ahead, so it's worth calling first.
Is the food really free?
Yes, completely free. No referral needed.
What if I need food outside of regular hours?
Some of Minneapolis's community fridges may be stocked throughout the day; check the map to find the nearest one.