For the 19th straight year, the White Bear Lake community bundled up, came together, and turned winter fun into meaningful impact at the 2026 BEAR’ly Open. What began as a quirky winter golf event has grown into a beloved three-part tradition. Together, participants, volunteers, and generous supporters raised nearly $60,000.
This Valentine’s Day, you can make sure local children have full tummies all weekend long. Our KidPack program provides weekend meals for kids who might otherwise go without — and every item donated makes a difference. The KidPack Program currently serves 314 students in White Bear Area Schools! KidPack is…
The White Bear Food Shelf is as committed as ever to ensuring everyone has access to fresh and healthy food. Our markets are open to all, as often as needed, and community members are welcome to pick up food for their neighbors. We recognize that many in our community cannot…
(opens in new tab) The BEAR’ly Open has been an annual event in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, since 2008. Led by community volunteer Ken Galloway, the event was established and hosted by White Bear Events and the White Bear Lake Rotary with the goal of bringing the community together for…
Celebrating the Moments You Helped Make Possible! 🎵 These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things… 🎵 As we sing our way into the season of gratitude, we’re reflecting on some of our favorite things from this year—made possible by you! Each one tells a story of neighbors helping neighbors…
Join Our Team as a Program Assistant! Looking for a role where you can make a real impact while staying active and connected to your community? The Program Assistant is a hands-on position at the heart of our Food Shelf operations. From stocking donations and organizing our warehouse to supporting our…
Food insecurity is a complex issue that requires collective action. At the White Bear Area Food Shelf, visits have tripled over the past four years
Thanksgiving Meal Distribution Every year local businesses and neighbors come together to provide our community with turkeys and all the essentials needed to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving feast. This year’s meal kit includes: Turkey, Potatoes, Onions, Carrots, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Canned Green Beans, Milk, Gravy Mix Packet, Cranberry Jelly,…
The Big Beautiful Bill has reshaped SNAP in ways that go far beyond eligibility. As Minnesota communities adjust to these changes, food shelves, nonprofits, and advocacy groups are stepping up to fill the gaps. The safety net is shrinking, and the need for local support has never been greater.
In a year marked by federal funding cuts and shifting foundation priorities, our community is facing growing challenges—and growing need. The food shelf has seen a 40% reduction in the amount of food available through the The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), a $300,000 value of food, due to Executive…
