Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf

Welcome to the Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf

We are so happy you found us and are here to help with supplemental food needs for you and your family!

We serve individuals and families living in the City of Mahtomedi and all surrounding communities including: Willernie, Lake Elmo, North St Paul, White Bear Lake and all families of children attending Mahtomedi Area Schools.

Food Shelf Coordinator, Lisa M.

Our Mission

The mission of the Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf is to provide nutritional assistance to individuals and families in need living in Mahtomedi and all surrounding Communities. We achieve our mission by securing wholesome food and offering compassionate and courteous service while conscientiously managing our resources.

HUNGER is closer than you think…

Since 1974, the Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf (MAFS) has continued to serve the cities of Mahtomedi, Willernie, and all surrounding communities by providing food assistance to those who need food support. The needs of families are greater than ever as they face higher food prices and cost of living increases. In addition, the Weekend Backpack Program continues to support students and families who attend the Mahtomedi Area Schools. The Food Shelf financially supports and prepares 90 meal bags each week for the Weekend Backpack Program.

Backpack Meal Program

The Food Shelf is always in need of items for the "Backpack Program"

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“They all treat me with kindness and respect. They pretty much cover on the bases when they make the order up.”

They make everyone feel welcome. It is not easy to swallow your pride and ask for help. The volunteers have been incredibly compassionate when I have asked for help.

Everyone is so kind, helpful and caring. We are so grateful with the empathy shown over our worries about COVID. We appreciate the special scheduling and the cards of concern too. You work so hard to try and find what need as well as nice surprises. Food is even more expensive now so it’s truly a blessing to receive help.