Willmar Area Women's Fund
WILLMAR — The Willmar Area Women’s Fund, an initiative of the Willmar Area Community Foundation, raised $63,415 in its 2022 campaign. The funds will be used for grants to expand trauma-informed care training to organizations serving children, youth and families impacted by trauma. More than 1,100 professionals in Kandiyohi County including law enforcement professionals, emergency medical technicians, fire department volunteers/personnel, and the public defender’s office as well as other professionals who work directly with families impacted by trauma will receive training.
The Willmar Area Women’s Fund also took the initiative to broaden awareness of homelessness/housing insecurity in our county. To support this expanded focus, funding was also provided to United Community Action Partnership for "welcome home kits" for families moving from homelessness into housing.
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Kandiyohi County Food Shelf
WILLMAR — The Kandiyohi County Food Shelf helps people living in Kandiyohi County who are in need of food assistance. It is located at 624 Pacific Ave. S.W. in Willmar.
Curbside pickup: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the stop sign at the front door and call 320-235-2641 .
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In-person pickup: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. Park across the street or in the parking lot and bring your own bags/boxes.
NAPS distribution: Fourth Tuesday of each month, 1 to 2 p.m., Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors for individuals 60 years of age and older that qualify by income with Second Harvest Heartland. Call 800-365-0270 to sign up.
Habitat for Humanity
WILLMAR — Habitat for Humanity of West Central Minnesota ReStore accepts donations of appliances, furniture, cabinetry, building materials and more. All donations must be approved by staff before acceptance. Donations can be brought to 4722 Highway 71 N.E., north of Willmar, between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 320-235-9000 or see the website at www.habitatwcm.org .
The Trust Project
