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4-26-2026 11:42pm

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Food Shelves Expand Access with Weekly Grocery Programs

MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (April 27, 2026) Two Minneapolis-based food access providers, NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center and Groveland Food Shelf, are continuing to offer regular grocery distribution programs aimed at addressing food insecurity across the city.

Both organizations have published updated service schedules and maintain open-access models that allow residents to obtain food and essential household items at no cost.

NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center

NorthPoint operates a community food shelf at 2220 Plymouth Ave. N, with entry from 14th Avenue N, serving residents through a weekly shopping model.

Current hours of operation are:

  • Monday and Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The program allows visitors to select groceries, household items, and personal care products based on their needs, rather than receiving pre-packaged distributions. The food shelf is part of NorthPoint’s broader service model, which integrates food access with medical, dental, and behavioral health services.

Groveland Food Shelf

Groveland Food Shelf operates out of the basement of Plymouth Congregational Church at 1900 Nicollet Ave., with access via the Nicollet Avenue entrance. The site is located along Groveland Avenue between Nicollet and LaSalle avenues.

The organization provides a grocery-style food shelf program, allowing participants to shop up to three times per week. Hours of operation are:

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday: 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Service Access and Verification

Both programs operate as part of a broader network of community-based food shelves across Minneapolis, supplementing federal nutrition programs and regional food bank distribution systems.

Officials note that hours and availability may change due to holidays, supply levels, or operational adjustments. Residents are encouraged to confirm current schedules and eligibility requirements prior to visiting.

Community members can access services during listed hours, with most distributions operating on a first-come, first-served basis.

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