Posted: February 28, 2026

(LeRoy, Minn.) — The LeRoy Area Food Shelf is gearing up for a busy March, with two important events planned to generate crucial funding and support for local families in need.
The food shelf’s 2025 statistics underscore both the ongoing demand and the community’s generosity. The food shelf served 61 families and distributed more than 27,513 pounds of food and essential products. However, Director Bev Loven cautions that the need continues to grow, especially in light of recent changes to assistance programs.
“We will continue to help everyone in need,” said Loven. “We purchase most of our products from Channel One in Rochester, but not everything is available to us every month.”
Loven shared a partial list of current needs, which includes: crackers, chili, sauerkraut, applesauce, cream of mushroom soup, vegetable soup, beef broth, chicken broth, egg noodles, ramen noodles, tomato sauce, Spam, mayonnaise, mustard, juice, rice sides, pasta sides, seasonings, Rotel, spaghetti sauce, paper products and shampoo.
All donated items must be unopened, properly labeled and have a current use-by date.
Minnesota FoodShare Campaign
The Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign runs from March 1 through April 6 and brings together organizations, businesses, faith communities and individuals across the state to help keep nearly 300 food shelves stocked throughout the year.
Minnesota FoodShare has distributed more than $18 million to participating food shelves through the Minnesota FoodShare Food Fund. Distributions are based on a percentage allocation, meaning the more money raised locally, the larger the allocation the LeRoy Area Food Shelf will receive. All funds raised locally will remain with the LeRoy food shelf.
L.A.M.A. Luau
The annual Luau, hosted by the LeRoy Area Ministerial Association (L.A.M.A.), will take place Sunday, March 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the LeRoy Community Center.
The event will feature a meal of pulled pork sandwiches, coleslaw and a dessert. Families can also enjoy children’s games, door prizes and a bucket raffle. Donations for the raffle may be dropped off at LeRoy City Hall or given directly to Loven.
The Luau is free to attend, and free-will donations are welcome.
Community members are encouraged to participate in either — or both — of these March efforts to help ensure the LeRoy Area Food Shelf can continue meeting the growing needs of local families.
For more information about donating or getting involved, contact the LeRoy Area Food Shelf at 507-440-3942.
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