Basic Needs Resources - Food
Food insecurity, or a lack of consistent access to nutritious food, can be a major barrier to academic success. On this page, you’ll find campus and community resources related to food insecurity.
University Resources
Provides fresh, free, and culturally connected food to everyone.
Free groceries including produce, meat, dairy products, and household items available to University of Minnesota students and their families
Free chef-prepared meals available to-go for University of Minnesota students.
A free weekly meal hosted by Lutheran Campus Ministry-Twin Cities at Grace University Lutheran Church.
Find local food shelves, dining sites, discounted grocers, and other food resources near you.
Calendar of University of Minnesota events offering free food; maintained by the UMN Free Food Club.
M Food Co. provides free Bonus Dining Dollars to students by request while funds are available.
Find food resources close to where you live. Call 211, Local: 651-291-0211, or text your zip code to 989-211.
Community Resources This page is focused on resources available in the Twin Cities area. If you need resources in a different area, United Way 211 can help connect you based on your location.