Food Security

Coalition Goals and Progress

Where are we?

Food Insecurity

Childhood Food Insecurity

in Mower County, Minnesota

Source: Gundersen, C., Strayer, M., Dewey, A., Hake, M., & Engelhard, E. (2021). Map the Meal Gap 2021: An Analysis of County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2019. Feeding America

Our GOAL: No One is Hungry in Mower County

We are aiming to lower the Food Insecurity rate to less than 3%.

We are committed to working towards making sure everyone has enough to eat, when they need it.

We welcome your help and support in this endeavor to make our community as food secure as it can be.

The Cycle of Giving

by EthanF | April 10, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Bob Rosel’s journey from need to service

Reminder: Free Food with CLUES at Riverland April-June!

by EthanF | March 28, 2025 | Events | 0 Comments

Canasta Familiar: Upcoming Food Distribution Dates This free food distribution event provides essential groceries to those in need—no registration required. Upcoming Dates Friday April 11 Thursday, April 17 Friday, April 25 Friday, May 9 Thursday, May 15 Thursday, May...

SNAP Directory is Now Available

by TysonL | March 25, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Download The Mower County 2025 SNAP Directory today. Get the support you need Local agencies and resources to help you apply for and navigate SNAP benefits. SNAP Resource DirectoryMower County Obtenga el apoyo que necesita Agencias y recursos locales para ayudarle a...

Planting the Seeds of Literacy

by EthanF | March 4, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

The team behind The Read Seed is changing young lives through the power of books and early literacy.

A Work Of Art 2025 – Celebrating Creativity & Community

by EthanF | February 25, 2025 | Events | 0 Comments

You’re Invited! All are Welcome. Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 Join us for an evening of community spirit and art! Free! The Hometown Food Security Project invites you to the second edition of A Work of Art, an event celebrating the creativity of local students and our...

Austin Daily Herald: New Mobile App Launches to Combat Food Insecurity in Mower County

by Jake Leithiser | February 6, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

The Hometown Food Security Project has launched an innovative mobile app designed to transform how our community addresses food insecurity. This tool connects all community members with food resources and volunteering opportunities, and collects critical data,...

SNAP Benefits: Understanding Current Research and Future Changes

by Jake Leithiser | January 28, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

By Ethan WattersDrastic changes may be on the horizon for SNAP—here's what you need to know.SThe landscape of food assistance programs is evolving, with changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) sure to affect our local community. Recent research...

A Decade Empowering Families and Students

by EthanF | January 24, 2025 | News, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

By Alba Muñoz SaizAustin Aspires is building a stronger community through education and collaboration.When Jayne Gibson talks about the team behind Austin Aspires, her face lights up with pride. Whether helping a newcomer with school enrollment, mentoring a student,...

2024 Hometown Turkey Takeover

by EthanF | December 13, 2024 | Events | 0 Comments

Hormel Foods, with the support of the Hometown Food Security Project, local nonprofits, and 250+ volunteers, distributed 5,000 JENNIE-O® turkeys in Austin, Minnesota. This one-day event provided over 90,000 meals, bringing hope and connection to the community while...

Quiet Dedication to Helping Austin’s Immigrant Community

by EthanF | November 20, 2024 | News | 0 Comments

Building bridges with heart, Varinh Van Vugt’s journey from newcomer to lifeline for Austin’s immigrant families.

Hometown Food Security Project
318 Main St N.
Austin, MN 55912

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