WHO WE ARE

Hunger isn’t the only epidemic faced by those in need in our region; scarcity of shelter, emergency assistance, and transition assistance are the pillars on which St. Joseph’s Social Care was founded. Emergency assistance and housing needs continue to grow in record numbers while federal funding continues to decrease, which is why we are more committed than ever to serving our brothers and sisters in need. We strive to empower and educate those in the midst of crisis on how to live self-sufficiently and thrive as part of a better community.






GRAND FORKS COUNTY HAS THE 4TH HIGHEST FOOD INSECURITY RATE IN THE STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA.




THE HEART OF OUR PURPOSE

Join St. Joseph's in making a positive impact on the Grand Forks community by donating now through Giving Hearts Day!

Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour fundraising event for charities across North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. The funds that we receive from this day go toward funding our community's basic needs such as food, housing for the homeless, and transportation. Learn more or donate today

Through your donations, we can empower and educate those in the midst of crisis on how to live a self-sufficient life and thrive in our community.



EMPTY BOWLS

Beating local hunger, one bowl at a time. Every November, a local Empty Bowls event is held to raise awareness and funds in the fight against hunger right here in Grand Forks. From making bowls, to serving, to attending the event and donating, there are endless ways to become involved in this lifesaving event.


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BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP

Interested in new ways to get your employees involved in the community and attract customers? St. Joseph's Social Care is looking for business partner sponsors to help support a variety of programs, events, and future projects.


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79% OF HOUSEHOLDS THAT RECEIVE FOOD BANK BENEFITS IN NORTH DAKOTA INCLUDE SOMEONE WHO WAS EMPLOYED DURING THE PAST YEAR.



Free Summer Lunch for Youth

FREE SUMMER LUNCH FOR YOUTH

No child should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. During the summer, when kids are out of school, it can be very difficult for low-income families to provide consistent, nutritious meals for their children. St. Joseph’s recognizes this challenge and serves over 19,000 free lunches to local children at several different sites around Grand Forks and East Grand Forks in June, July, and part of August, to ensure that no child goes hungry.


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