• A place where people come hungry and leave hopeful.

Shop with Dignity at Our Food Market

Welcome to Our Neighborhood Food Market

At CES, we believe that everyone deserves access to fresh, nutritious food in a space that feels respectful and welcoming. Our food market is here to support you and your household—whether you need food for the week or just a little extra to get by.

Choose What’s Right for You
Our client-choice model gives you the freedom to select the foods your family enjoys and needs most. Just like grocery shopping, you’ll browse a variety of fresh produce, proteins, dairy, shelf-stable items, and culturally relevant staples. We want you to feel empowered and respected throughout your visit.

Food Market Hours (By Appointment Only):
Monday & Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Bonus Friday Market (No Appointments)
Friday: 1:00-2:30 PM

 Please arrive on time—we’ll hold your appointment for 10 minutes.

How to Make an Appointment:
Appointments help us make sure everyone has the time and space to shop with care. To schedule, call us at 612-870-1125 or visit our scheduling page.

(We will hold your appointment for 10 minutes)

Schedule Appointment

What to Expect:

  • A warm, respectful environment
  • Friendly staff and volunteers ready to assist
  • Plenty of fresh, high-quality food options
  • A shopping cart – please bring bags

Whether this is your first time or you’ve visited before, you are welcome here. We’re honored to walk alongside you.

*You may visit the food market twice a month. Please bring your own bags for the food shelf.

Bonus Friday: Friday, 1:00pm to 2:30pm**

**No appointment needed for Bonus Friday.

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First Time Visitors

We are glad you found us! We all go through times when a bit of extra help can make a difference. Grabbing some additional groceries can help ease the strain on your budget. We’re excited to meet you when you stop by, and if you have any questions about your visit, feel free to reach out.

Things to Know for Your First Visit
  • No ID is required to access the food shelf. All we’ll ask for is your name, address (or current city if you’re houseless), and the number of people in your household or family.
  • You’ll be asked to fill out a short form. You can either download it here or complete one at CES. Additionally, we ask for some demographic information about your household. Sharing this information is appreciated but it is optional. Rest assured, all your information remains private with CES.
  • We’re a no-boundaries food shelf, welcoming individuals from any city. However, we encourage you to access food shelves in your local neighborhood. Visit the Hunger Solutions website for a map of food shelf locations.
Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for food assistance from the food shelf, please review the income requirements provided below. (updated 4/6/2020)

Household Size Annual Income

  • One: $0 – $38,280
  • Two: $38,281 – $51,720
  • Three: $51,721 – $65,160
  • Four: $65,161 – $78,600
  • Five: $78,601 – $92,040
  • Six: $92,041 – $105,480
  • Seven: $105,481 – $118,920
  • Eight: $118,921 – $132,360

Add $4,480 of allowable income for each additional family member.

You may visit the food shelf in cases of emergency or distress due to a disaster. Also, if you participate in government assistance programs like GA (General Assistance), SNAP, WIC, or public housing, you are eligible to access our services.