Monthly Food/Supply Collection

Donation Drop-off Details:

• Time: 9 AM - 12 PM (Noon)
• Location: South entrance of the Community Center (1250 Fifield Place)
• Beneficiary: Nourish MN, a St. Paul-based organization dedicated to fighting hunger with dignity through a community-powered, client-choice food shelf, offering fresh produce, pantry staples, and prepared meals.

Upcoming Collection Dates:

Fourth Thursday of the Month:

• May 28
• June 25
• July 23
• August 27

What to Donate

Food Items:

• Must be shelf-stable (non-perishable) and safe to store at room temperature for an extended period.
• Examples: canned foods, uncooked rice/pasta, and long-lasting produce (like oranges or onions).
• If donating easily crushable items (such as uncooked pasta or paper towels), please bag them separately for easier transport.

Hygiene Supplies:

• Diapers (any size), wipes, formula, paper towels, toilet paper, and menstrual products.

Bag Weight Limit:

To assist with transportation, please limit bag weight to 15 lbs. or less.

Important Reminder: NO Household Items

Please do not donate household items such as clothing, shoes, binders, stuffed animals, or kitchenware to this collection. The beneficiary organization does not accept these items, and they will be discarded. Instead, consider donating household goods to Goodwill or Freecycle.

Your Donation Makes a Difference!

Your generosity goes a long way in supporting our community members in need. We truly appreciate your contributions and kindness. Thank you for making a difference!

Free Ready-to-Heat Meals

Kitchen Coalition, an initiative of Second Harvest Heartland, will be offering free prepares meals at CTC for anyone who wants them on a weekly basis.

Meals are produced by The Campus Club. Each week there will be two menu options available in single or four serving containers. Ingredients and allergens are listed on the package and will change every time. Meals are fully prepared; you just need to heat them up before enjoying!

Distributions:

• Every Thursday
• 12:00-1:00 PM (or until they run out)
• CTC North/Seasonal Parking Lot (off Commonwealth Ave)

Questions?

If you have questions, you can contact [email protected].
 

Keystone Foodmobile

In partnership with the University of Minnesota and Keystone Community Services, the Keystone Foodmobile brings a free, mobile food shelf to CTC.

This program is coordinated locally with the Nutritious U Food Pantry and is open to University of Minnesota students and their families, as well as members of the public. No one will be turned away.
 

Free Grocery Items

Participants may receive a variety of:

• Fresh produce
• Meat and dairy products
• Canned goods
• Household items

Please bring your own reusable bags if possible.

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When

• Occurs monthly on the last Thursday
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (or until supplies run out)

Participants may attend only one Keystone Foodmobile distribution (or access services) per month.

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Distribution Locations

Primary Location – Fifield Avenue (Zone A)
North Fifield Avenue Parking Lot near Commonwealth Avenue and Ward 3
Distribution will take place here if adequate parking is available.
Please avoid parking in Zone A spaces on Foodmobile days.

Back-Up Location – CTC North Lot (Zone B)
North/Seasonal Parking Lot near Commonwealth Avenue and Ward 1
If Fifield Avenue parking is unavailable, distribution will move to the North Lot.

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Winter Weather Policy

Cold Temperatures:
Distribution will automatically cancel if the forecasted temperature is 10°F or below. Wind chill may also be considered. Because Foodmobile vehicles are not well heated, extremely cold conditions can become unsafe for staff, volunteers, and participants.

Snow:
Distributions are rarely canceled due to snow, but cancellations may occur if a major storm is forecasted before or during service.

If a cancellation is necessary, CTC will update event communications as quickly as possible. Keystone will also update its website, social media, and phone line (651-645-0349).

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About the Program

The Keystone Foodmobile is a service of Keystone Community Services. Keystone provides and funds the food; Nutritious U helps coordinate outreach and volunteers to support the distribution.

Because this is a partnership with an outside organization, first-time participants may be asked to complete a brief intake form for reporting purposes (income range, Minnesota residence, and basic demographics).

• This form is optional.
• Participants may decline to answer any questions.
• Information is used for funding and service reporting purposes only.

We are grateful to our campus and community partners for helping expand access to nutritious food on the St. Paul campus!!

Bike Safety Camp

Join the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) for a free Bike Safety Camp. Learn biking skills, etiquette, and safety tips from UMPD’s Bike Unit and Community Engagement Team during this fun community event!

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
• Time: 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
• Location: CTC Sport Courts - Near Ward 8, south of the Community Center.

Important Information:

• Ages: 5 years and older, and all youth must be attended by an adult.
• Registration: Please sign-up in advance for the event: Register now!
• Dinner: Dinner will be provided for riders.
• What to Bring: Your bike and helmet.

Office Closed (All-Day)

The office is closed September 7, 2026, in observation of Labor Day. Please remember to obtain any services, such as placing a maintenance request, from the office before we close for the long weekend.

Visitor Parking Permits

Residents can self-administer Visitor Parking Permits online, as needed, through their RentCafe account under menu option 'Resident Resources.'

Maintenance Emergency?

In the event of a ‘critical' or 'high' priority level, or emergency situation (i.e. water leak, heat issues, smell of gas/smoke, etc.), please call 651-646-7526 and follow the prompts for our 24/7 on-call maintenance to receive immediate support during and after-hours.