Every November since 2005, our local Empty Bowl event is held to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger right here in Grand Forks. This month-long community event benefits St. Joseph’s Food Pantry and Free Summer Lunch Program for children in the community – both of which are part of a significantly growing demographic in the Grand Cities.
According to data from CountyHealthRankings.org, 12% of Grand Forks County residents have limited access to healthy food and 11% are food insecure (inconsistent access to adequate food because of lack of money or resources).
