Halal Food Assistance
Creating a ripple effect of strength by encouraging women to lead change through outreach, advocacy, and service.
Welcome to Isuroon Halal Food Assistance. We started in 2016 to support the East African community in Minneapolis. After COVID-19, our food shelf grew to serve many more families from diverse backgrounds. As Minnesota’s first ethnic and community-led food shelf, we provide essential Halal food to those in need, ensuring access to healthy, culturally appropriate food during difficult times.
The Milestone
Since starting in 2016, Isuroon’s Halal Food Assistance has grown from serving the East African community at our original site at the Umatul Islam Center to reaching families across the Twin Cities. Today, we serve the community through our main food pantry at the Minneapolis office and other locations in Burnsville, Roseville, and the HUB Center in St. Paul. This growth ensures families from diverse communities have access to culturally appropriate Halal food, especially during challenging times.
80K POUND Food
10k HOUSE FAMILY
100K Fundraised
Isuroon has cultivated meaningful partnerships with more than 15 institutions across seven cities in Minnesota, including the Greater Twin Cities United Way, the City of Minneapolis, and Hennepin County. These collaborations have been instrumental in broadening the organization’s reach and enhancing the level of support provided to the community.
The Halal Food Shelf thrives because it is community-led and community-funded. Donors keep the shelves stocked with essential items, and volunteers make sure food is organized and distributed efficiently to those in need.
Acknowledgments:
We thank our dedicated staff, donors, and volunteers for providing food, hope, and support during challenging times. Isuroon invites everyone to join our mission to ensure every family has access to Halal food and the resources they need to thrive. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient community. Thank you for supporting and trusting Isuroon’s Halal Food Shelf.
For more information, please contact the Food Shelf Coordinators at [email protected].
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
A: Anyone in need can receive Halal food assistance, with a focus on serving East African and other diverse communities in Minnesota. We do not require proof of income or immigration status.
A: We offer a variety of essential Halal food staples including rice, pasta, canned goods, cooking oil, fresh produce, and culturally relevant items tailored to the East African community.
A: While walk-ins are accepted at certain locations, we encourage individuals to register or contact our Food Shelf Coordinators at [email protected] or call (833) 437-3463 for the most updated distribution details.
A: Our primary food distribution site is at our Minneapolis office, with additional distribution at our satellite locations in Burnsville, Roseville, and the HUB Center in St. Paul. Please contact us for specific distribution dates and hours.
A: You can support us by donating, volunteering, or spreading awareness. Your involvement helps ensure our shelves stay stocked for those in need.
A: Yes, all food items provided through our food shelf are carefully selected to meet Halal dietary standards and the cultural preferences of our community.
