BEMIDJI COMMUNITY
FOOD SHELF
Celebrating 43 Years of Serving the Community
SNAP benefits have now been funded through September 2026, bringing much-needed stability to families across Minnesota.
At the Bemidji Community Food Shelf, we’re grateful for the community support that helped us meet record need earlier this month—and we remain committed to being here for our neighbors, no matter what comes next.
Read our message from the Board of Directors for updates, resources, and ways to help.
Our Impact So Far In 2025...
(January 1st - October 31st 2025)
"You people are great! God bless the lot of you!"
- A GRATEFUL NEIGHBOR
Bemidji Food Shelf Sees Record use.
Total Year: 2024 vs. 2023
Individuals Served:
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2024: 42,531 (12% increase)
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2023: 37,519
Households Served:
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2024: 13,576 (13%increase)
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2023: 11,913
Pounds of Food Distributed:
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2024: 961,995 lbs ($1,731,591.00 Value to community) 22% increase
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2023: 755,338 lbs (1,359,608.00 )
Food Shelf Visits up in Minnesota
Food insecurity is a statewide issue impacting Minnesotans of all ages. In 2024, Minnesota’s 87 counties saw an 18.4% average increase in food shelf visits. The ten counties with the most significant jump included both urban and rural areas. 53% of 2024 Minnesota food shelf visitors were adults; 36% were children; and 11% were seniors.
Bemidji Community Food Shelf completed a bit of a face lift recently. A new front and office remodle that will allow us to better serve those in need.
The building was built in 1976, some 47 years ago, and was in need of a face lift. Thanks to Zetah Construction for their work and in kind donation.
New look on our building.
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Support given the Bill Beyer Endowment ensures the food shelf's future to meet the needs of people in crisis in our community.
