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June 2020 | Newsletter

Making Plans to Open: Updates Coming Soon

We know lots of places are starting to open back up now. While our building isn't open to the public yet, we're actively working on plans to thoughtfully and safely bring back more volunteers, begin accepting food and clothing donations again and open up our programs further. Thank you for your patience as we take the time to do this as best we can. Please stay tuned to our website and social media for updates. As soon as we can share dates and times we will!

Time to Listen and Be Better Allies

" ... we have work to do to be better allies. We must do more – individually and organizationally – to continue the intentional process of dismantling racism. In the last year, our team has been reading “ A Good Time for the Truth, Race in Minnesota .” It’s one of many excellent books available and an easily accessible way to begin learning," Tracy Maki, CEO. Read Tracy's full message

We Need Volunteers! "We welcome and invite people who are able to safely volunteer to apply online. Details are available on our website. Our volunteers are the gears that keep us moving forward in our mission. We need people now and we'll need even more volunteers in the coming months," Kenny McCoy, Volunteer Manager.

Feed the Valley Cook's Challenge 2020: Friday, Oct. 30 - Helping from Home Mark your calendar for this year's Feed the Valley Cook's Challenge on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020. This year we'll celebrate our singular fundraising event in a completely new way. While we won't be at the JX Event Venue this year, we're creating a mission-focused event that highlights the Valley Outreach community, while preserving the generous spirit of the night. We made the decision to cancel our in-person event this year due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep our staff team focused on serving our community members in need. We plan to be back at the JX Event Venue in 2021. Stay tuned to our website and social media for more details coming this summer!

COVID-19 Response Update

Are you open to the public yet? No. We're continuing to focus on distributing food through our drive-up service model and providing phone support right now. Our team is looking toward the future and developing plans to reopen when we can do so in the safest manner possible for our clients, donors, volunteers and staff. Are you accepting donations? We are still only accepting financial donations online and via the mail as our building continues to be closed to the public. Do you need volunteers? Yes, please! We're inviting people to volunteer to support our drive-up service model. Check out our website for more details.

Everyone needs help sometimes. Recently, we were humbled to receive a handwritten letter from a donor who had come to us during a time in their life when they needed help. We are here if you need us. Drive-up Service Hours M/W/F - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. T/Th - 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Or call 651-430-2739 leave your name, number and a brief message. A member of our team will call you back.

Events and Resources

Free Produce Fair June 19, 2020 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. East Ridge High School 4200 Pioneer Dr. Woodbury, MN

Fare for All Multiple June dates Across the metro

Community Rebuilding Multiple dates and locations to volunteer and support Twin Cities nonprofits

Drive-up Service Hours M/W/F - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. T/Th - 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Donate Now

Valley Outreach 1911 Curve Crest Blvd. West Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 Call Us: 651-430-2739

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