Basic Needs Inc. Food Market

About Us

Basic Needs combats food insecurity with a walk-in, welcoming, dignity-based, choice-focused food market, including well-stocked grocery staples, a consistent supply of fresh fruits and vegetables, and an anonymity and convenience-based shopping experience designed for clients hesitant or unable to engage with the hunger relief se

Just this past September 2023, we opened our Food Market in Cottage Grove. Our welcoming, walk-in market that empowers people to choose the foods that best fit their needs, including fresh fruits and vegetables and culturally relevant options. It’s entirely run by over 50 passionate volunteers who make it all possible!

Impact:

836,000+ pounds of food distributed

278,500 pounds of food rescued

120,000+ people served

54,000 households supported

800+ pounds of locally grown produce distributed