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Community Food and Essential Supplies Support - We The Gente

Eligibility

Residents of Rochester

Hours

8 am - 8 pm Monday - Saturday

Interpretation services

Spanish

Application process

Call; text; visit website

Service area

Rochester, MN

Other Information

Languages

Spanish

Program Fees

No Fee

Hours of Operation

Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm

Description

Provides and delivers short-term food assistance and essential supplies to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity or temporary hardship. Coordinates the purchase and distribution of groceries and basic necessities through trusted vendors and community partners, prioritizing dignity, privacy, and access. Support is provided on a needs basis as resources allow, and the program also connects individuals to additional community resources and educational material when appropriate.

Last Assured

01/26/2026

Providing organization

We The Gente

A nonprofit organization that supports Latino individuals and families by providing access to food assistance, basic needs, and community resources. Through direct support and local partnerships, the organization helps people navigate challenges, reduce stress, and build pathways toward stability, education, and long-term well-being.