The Emergency Community Support Fund was created in partnership with the Richfield Leadership Network (RLN). All donations go towards RLN's general operating budget, which allows the nonprofit to help meet the various needs of the Richfield community. Donations tagged "ECSF" will be allocated towards the Emergency Community Support Fund to assist with essential household items, utility bills, transportation, rent, and other required services. Funds may also be used to support the administrative needs associated.
Link for more info & to donate: https://www.richfieldleadershipnetwork.com/emergency-community-support-fund
David is supporting grasssroots tenant organizing efforts for basic needs. 100% of donations made on his Venmo go to support his efforts.
Below are some suggested spots to bring donations for Richfield families. Check back often, things are fluid.
If you have questions, reach out on the appropriate Signal group to let us know you have donations (you will be added to our Signal groups once you have completed the volunteer form and been properly vetted).
Richfield High School has a food shelf that supplies food/essentials to students (district-wide) and their families. Donations can be dropped off any day when school is in session. Donations should be brought to to the district office (401 W 70th St Door 26, Richfield, MN 55423).
HIGH NEED ITEMS (High School specific):
Rice
Beans (dried)
Pasta
Pasta sauce
Cooking oil
Sugar
Salt/pepper
Oregano
Tortillas (preferably corn)
Shampoo
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Soap
Toilet paper
Instant coffee (Nescafé is popular)
Paper bags!!!
*PLEASE NOTE — the smaller sizes in oil, sugar, salt, pepper, and tortillas are helpful in keeping the delivery bags a manageable weight for loading and delivering them.
VEAP is located in Bloomington, but they serve Richfield families. Consider dropping off donations there, or signing up for a volunteer shift.
Address: 9600 Aldrich Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Drinks:
Bottled water
Shelf-stable milk
Instant coffee
Drink powders
Baking:
Cooking oil
Sugar
Flour
Maseca
Grains & Beans:
Beans: pinto, black
Lentils: brown, green
White rice: long grain, basmati or jasmine
Pasta (noodles)/fideos
Shelf-stable tortillas (the ones sold in sealed packages, such as Mission brand)
Spices & Oils:
Cooking oil: vegetable or canola
Chicken bouillon/knorr suiza
Spices: cumin, oregano, garlic powder, pepper
Table salt
Pepper
Protein & Vegetables
Canned Tuna
Canned tomatoes
*Only Upon Direct Request on the Day of a Distribution!
We Do Not Have Freezer/ Refrigerator Facilities
Meat:
Beef - any format but especially ground beef
Chicken - any format but especially:
Chicken thighs
Chicken wings
Chicken breasts
Pork - any format but especially:
Bacon
Pork shoulder
Pork ribs
Fruits - any format but especially:
Apples
Oranges
Grapes
Bananas
Vegetables - any format but especially:
Potatoes
Carrots
Iceberg lettuce
Roma tomatoes
White/yellow onion
Celery
Jalepeno Peppers
Dish soap
Laundry detergent (pods are easier to split up)
Dryer sheets
Toilet paper
Cleaning supplies
Basic first aid supplies
Shampoo/Conditioner
Culturally relevant hair care products- specific shampoos, gels, etc for textured hair
Bar soap
Toothpaste
Feminine hygiene products- pads are most popular
Diapers - All sizes needed but in order of demand:
Size 4 - highest demand overall
Size 5
Size 3
Size 2
Size 6
Pull-ups
Size 8
Baby wipes