How to Donate
When: during regular open hours at select Saint Paul Public Library and Recreation Center locations. What: New, unopened, shelf-stable, and hygiene items. Visit stpaul.gov/fooddrive for City locations and details.
Most-Needed Items
- Canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)
- Rice, pasta, lentils, boxed meals, ramen
- Canned fruits & vegetables, soups and stews
- Peanut/seed butters, cereal, oatmeal
- Shelf-stable milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Culturally familiar staples (masa harina, jasmine/basmati rice, noodles, halal options)
- Baby items: formula (sealed, not expired), baby food,
baby wipes, and diapers - Hygiene items: deodorant, bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, feminine care items
Please Avoid Items
Glass containers, open/expired items, homemade food, alcohol, refrigerated/frozen items.
Locations
- Highland Park Community Center (1978 Ford Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN 55116)
- Arlington Hills Community Center (1200 Payne Ave Saint Paul, MN 55130)
- North Dale Recreation Center (1414 St Albans St N, Saint Paul, MN 55117)
- Oxford Community Center (270 Lexington Pkwy N, Saint Paul, MN 55104)
Drop-off during normal hours at stpaul.gov/reccenters.
Partner Resources
- Minnesota Food HelpLine | Phone: 888-711-1151 | Website: hungersolutions.org/programs/mn-food-helpline
(Monday - Friday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.) - Ramsey County | Phone: 651-266-8500 | Email: AskFoodResources@co.ramsey.mn.us | Website: ramseycountymn.gov/foodresources (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) | Interpreters available