Twin Cities Co-ops Participate in Minnesota FoodShare's March Campaign

Co-ops and their members, shoppers and suppliers have always been willing to lend a hand — and pass the plate — to benefit those less fortunate. During March, the 11 Twin Cities food co-ops are banding together to raise donations of money and food for Minnesota FoodShare's March Campaign. And they need your help.

The March Campaign is a unique event that unites Minnesota businesses, faith communities, schools and civic groups for one month to focus on the issues of hunger and raise cash and food donations for more than 250 food shelves throughout the state.

According to the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches, which has coordinated the program since 1982, the March Campaign is vital, due to the rising demand at food shelves statewide. "The recession and related job losses have created a 'perfect storm' at Minnesota food shelves," said Sue Kainz, March Campaign coordinator. "The need is growing as many who used to donate are now in need of help."

Stop by your neighborhood or community co-op during March and donate at the register or customer service desk. You'll feel good knowing what you give stays where you live to stock local food shelves and benefit those in need in your community and surrounding area.

More information will be available at your local co-op and at www.themix.coop in the weeks to come. Or, visit http://mnfoodshare.gmcc.org.