“In giving food, one gives five things to the recipients: one gives life, beauty, happiness, strength, and mental clarity. In giving these five things, one in turn partakes of life, beauty, happiness, strength, and mental clarity, whether in this world or in the easeful realm.”

Anguttara Nikaya 5:37

Clouds Pantry

We have a pantry in the entryway of Clouds for any members, friends or guests of Clouds.

Available Sunday mornings during the community gathering.

We want to ensure that folks who come to our center are nourished in every way possible. In our pantry you’ll find quality non-perishable food items and hygiene products.

Give what you can, take what you need!

Vegetarian food donations are welcome, as well as basic hygiene products (soap, toothbrushes, deodorant, etc.).

Questions? Email info@cloudsinwater.org

Twin Cities Food Access Resources

A non-exhaustive list

Updated 11/1/2025

FOOD BANKS & FOOD SUPPORT RESOURCES:

  • Hunger Solutions Food Locator

CLICK HERE to find food assistance in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties.

  • Help Me Connect

CLICK HERE to find food assistance in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties.

  • Twin Cities Metro Region Food Resource Map        

CLICK HERE to search food resources in Hennepin County.

  • Thrifty Minnesota: Free and Low-cost Food Resources        

CLICK HERE for a growing list of free and low-cost food resources across

Minnesota, from major statewide organizations to local community suppers.

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Minnesota: Facing Hunger During the Federal Shutdown

CLICK HERE to find food banks, free meals, and free/discounted grocery delivery.

  • Second Harvest Heartland

CLICK HERE for a food resource locator.

  • FindHelp.org

CLICK HERE to find food support.

Final Note:

If you have the means, even a donation of $15 or $25 to your local food bank makes a meaningful difference. A financial contribution to a food bank has a significant impact, often providing more meals than a direct food donation because food banks leverage monetary donations to purchase food in bulk at lower prices and cover operational costs. For example, a single dollar can be turned into multiple meals. The Global Foodbanking Network says that every US$1 invested provides enough food for an average of 14 meals, according to 2020 data–and that is a conservative estimate.