Neighbors is rolling out a new program in its Food Shelf - thanks to the creativity and efforts of our wonderful volunteers. The program, Menu Makers, will feature a different food shelf product each month which will be distributed along with recipes and cooking tips for that product. With the holiday season approaching, the first [...]
We were honored this weekend to have Nick Ferraro of the Pioneer Press do a piece on 40 Years of Heartwarming Stories at Neighbors. Please check it out. The photos were done by the PiPress' Scott Takushi and are wonderful as well. http://www.twincities.com/localnews/ci_26987774/neighbors-inc-have-its-story-told-thanks-grant
In November, cross training is focusing on the Mothers and Children (MAC) and Nutritional Assistance for Seniors (NAPS) food distribution program. Work with our friendly Program Coordinator and other volunteers to help deliver boxed essential food goods to the high rise apartments next door to Neighbors. Deliveries will take place on Monday, November 17 from [...]
A special thank you to all of the volunteers who help with the Dial-a-Ride program at Neighbors. Without these volunteers, countless people in our community would not be able to make it to their medical, dental and other essential appointments. Drivers were treated to a special night of food, fun and appreciation for their [...]
Are you feeling stressed out now or do you anticipate holiday stress? Look no further for relief. We are hosting a “Stress Management” workshop on October 9th. Please join other staff and volunteers in learning how to better manage stress. When: October 9th, 2014 Time: 12 noon – 1 pm Where: Conference Room (lower level) [...]
The Incomparable and Amazing Scott Andrews manages Neighbors' Food Shelf Scott writes a monthly piece about the needs in the Food Shelf. This month he told us about Eunice and clients and volunteers who are gluten intolerent. This week’s Neighbor Spotlight is Eunice. Eunice has some unique dietary needs. She has Celiac disease, which means [...]
Taps and Apps - a new event this year and what a success! We drank beer (summit, of course), we toured the brewing company. we ate chocolate, we ate cheese and we bid on items. The weather was perfect so people could enjoy a game of bean bags outside or relax in the cool atmosphere of [...]
On Sunday, we had the pleasure of having a group of Girl Scouts help collect and sort out food in the Food Shelf. They had so much energy, especially on a Sunday morning, and collected over 600 pounds of food for us. What a fun and inspirational way for these young kids to help the community. Thanks for [...]