Community Helping Hand Food Shelf

Community Helping Hand Food Shelf, established in 1979 in Forest Lake, MN, provides emergency food assistance, basic household items, and financial aid for rent and utilities to residents of the Forest Lake School District. Operating from their location at 408 SW 15th Street, this nonprofit organization is run by an elected board of 11 members and also operates a thrift store alongside its food shelf services. The food shelf is available by appointment and can be accessed up to four times per year, serving individuals and families facing economic hardship in the community.