VEAP’S Mission:

​Together we create pathways to stronger, more hopeful communities through access to healthy food, housing stability, and supportive services.
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It’s time for VEAP’s March Food and Fund Drive

From March 1-April 6, VEAP’s goal is to raise $300,000 and collect 75,000 lbs of food.

Winter is often a season of endurance, but for many families across the Twin Cities, this winter has been defined by fear and uncertainty – a time when cold weather, rising food costs, and reduced funding to food assistance programs have stretched families to the brink.

Food insecurity remains at an historic high and VEAP demands continue to grow. VEAP is receiving 30% LESS food from food bank partners compared to 1 year ago due to cuts in the Emergency Food Assistance Program, and they anticipate increased need with expected cuts to SNAP and Medicare.

Every dollar and every pound of donated food counts!

Over the next 5 weeks, St. Luke’s will be collecting items for VEAP’s Express/Emergency Packs. Express Packs are provided to participants who may not have an appointment and are in need of immediate assistance. VEAP distributes 50 Express Packs of shelf-stable items every day – this is an increase from 35-40 per day last year!

We request that you bring one of the following items each week:

March 8 – Canned Protein*
March 15 – Canned Fruit*
March 22 – Canned Vegetables* (No Green Beans)
March 29 – Rice (brown or white)
April 5 – Pasta (No Mac & Cheese)
*Each Express Pack contains 2 of each of the canned items

Donations can be made to VEAP through the weekly offering – just indicate VEAP on the envelope.

If you have any questions, please contact someone on the Missions Team or Becky Olson. You can also read more about VEAP’s Mission and ways they support our community at www.veap.org

Blessings,

Bev Brosam
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