Open Arms of Minnesota

The Scoop

Fall 2024

The Scoop is a periodical publication designed to keep our community informed about the current happenings at Open Arms. Dig into the most recent edition below!

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Volunteer Update

The numbers are in! Over the past fiscal year, Open Arms was supported by 6,392 volunteers who logged an Open Arms record of 73,493 hours—that’s the equivalent of 35 full-time...

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FIMC Accreditation

We have earned Accreditation from the Food Is Medicine Coalition (FIMC) following a rigorous assessment of numerous aspects of our operations! This recognition places Open Arms among an elite group...

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Holiday Treats

Holiday Treats are back by popular demand! Support our mission through the purchase of homemade pints of cookie dough made from scratch in our bakery! Head to our Online Shop...

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Plate It Forward

We are excited to announce that our beloved Pop-Up Dinners have been reimagined, rebranded and redesigned for you to introduce new friends to Open Arms. We’re thrilled to introduce you...

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YESvember

The air is filled with excitement and the fall smell of roasted turkey and warm spices. It’s November at Open Arms, and there’s no other month like it! Since 2015,...

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10 Million and Counting

Open Arms added a significant milestone to its legacy on June 7, 2022 when CEO Leah Hebert Welles and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter delivered our 10 millionth meal.

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Open Arms of Minnesota Earns Accreditation from Food Is Medicine Coalition

Open Arms of Minnesota, the Twin Cities-based non-profit dedicated to providing nourishing, medically tailored meals to individuals with critical illnesses, has earned accreditation from the Food Is Medicine Coalition (FIMC). This recognition places Open Arms among an elite group of organizations nationwide that have demonstrated a high standard of care in delivering medically tailored meals (MTM).

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Your Gift Will Help Us Serve More Clients!

Together we can continue to meet the increased demand for medically tailored meals with your support! We hope you think of us as you consider your year-end giving. Your donation is a gift of care, compassion, and encouragement!