Food For Thought

Our Approach

Good in the ‘Hood is pleased to partner with Hennepin Technical College (both the Eden Prairie and Brooklyn Park Campuses) and with Hamline University  in order to host the “FOOD for THOUGHT” campus food programs.

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What is Food for Thought?

Working together to alleviate hunger, FOOD for THOUGHT is designed to serve the needs of hungry community members enrolled at Hennepin Technical College and at Hamline University. This unique hybrid program offers registered community members a generous selection of essential groceries, produce, and proteins, including culturally specific selections. In addition, we provide “Grab N Go” between class snacks to alleviate hunger and to help community members maintain concentration during their classes and course work. It’s a great way for Good in the ‘Hood to partner with community members to provide much-needed stability and to encourage them to continue moving forward towards a better and more stable future.  

Outline illustration of a grocery shopping cart filled with bottles, bread, apple, and a heart symbol on the front.

Our Objective

Our objective is to work with the community members and for the community members to provide nutritional subsidies that will help them move towards their respective career goals and objectives.

A paper bag filled with various fruits including red and green apples, oranges, onions, and grapefruits viewed from above.

Program Locations

Please see site details from site list below for specific site contact information.


  • Hamline University

    1492 Hewitt Ave

    West Hall 110

    Saint Paul, MN 55104

    These hours will go into effect Monday, May 4th.

    Monday: 9am–4pm

    Tuesday: 9am–6pm

    Wednesday: 9am–6pm

    Thursday: 9am–4pm

    Friday–Sunday: CLOSED

    *Closed first Tuesday of the month for deep cleaning

    Jess Cheney

    jcheney02@hamline.edu

  • Hennepin Technical College

    9000 Brooklyn Blvd

    Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

    Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday of the month from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

    Stephen Harper

    Stephen.harper@hennepintech.edu

  • Hennepin Technical College Eden Prairie Campus

    13100 College View Drive

    Eden Prairie, MN 55347

    Mon: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

    Tues: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

    Wed: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

    Closed Holidays

    Stephen Harper

    Stephen.harper@hennepintech.edu

Program Contact

For more information in regard to our programs and services, please contact:

Good in the ‘Hood
612-217-4003