VEAP provides needed resources

The number of working individuals and families living in poverty in suburban communities like Bloomington has increased sharply in the past decade, and Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People (VEAP), is there to help.

Since 1973, VEAP has been helping low-income individuals and families meet their immediate needs and move toward stability. Today VEAP operates one of the largest food pantries in Minnesota.

As a direct service agency, VEAP operates a food pantry available to local individuals and families. VEAP purchases food at a deep discount from Second Harvest, a food bank that distributes food donations from corporations and food companies to food pantries.

Need services? Most VEAP visitors usually fall below the federal poverty guidelines, but this is not a requirement. Everyone is welcome, though an appointment is required. Call 952-888-9616.

Want to help? VEAP relies on the community to provide money and goods, and to volunteer time.

Want to hold food and fund drives? You can email VEAP for opportunities to help at info@veap.org.