On November 2, 2025, the community of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota came together with Food for Kidz for a truly inspiring food-packing event — one filled with teamwork, compassion, and impact that will stretch far beyond our local borders.
With the help of 165 dedicated volunteers, we packed 80,000 nutritious meals — and in doing so, celebrated an incredible milestone: our 1.5 millionth meal packed! 🎉
A Community Effort to Remember
This remarkable day was made possible thanks to the support and hospitality of so many caring hands and hearts.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Knights of Columbus for hosting and leading this successful event. A special thanks also goes to the Sleepy Eye Convention Center for providing the perfect space to bring our community together in service.
Volunteers came from near and far — including three 4-H groups, a local church group, FFA students, and members of the Honor Society — all eager to roll up their sleeves, make new connections, and make a difference. Everyone was so organized, quick to lend a helping hand, and ready to jump in wherever needed — a true reflection of the generous spirit that defines this community.
And as if the day couldn’t get any better — volunteers even got to cheer on the Vikings’ victory while packing meals! 🏈💜 Talk about impressive multitasking — feeding the hungry and celebrating a Minnesota win!
Meals That Travel with Purpose
Of the 80,000 meals packed:
7,000 meals will stay right here in our community to support the Brown County Food Shelf.
73,000 meals will be loaded this week onto a bus heading to Florida, and by the end of the week, they’ll be on a plane bound for Jamaica to aid Hurricane Melissa relief efforts.
Every box packed represents more than just food — it’s hope, care, and compassion sent from Sleepy Eye to families in need both near and far.
Gratitude Beyond Words
Food for Kidz is so grateful for every volunteer, sponsor, and partner who helped make this event a success. Your generosity and hard work turned an ordinary day into an extraordinary moment of service.
Together, we’re proving that when communities come together with purpose, amazing things happen — and lives are changed, one meal at a time. 💛