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CAER Food Shelf
Categories
Organizations & NonprofitsHuman & Social Services
Hours:
Donation Hours (Door C)
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Driving Directions:
HWY 10 to Proctor; North on Proctor to County Hwy 1;
Hwy 1 to Watson. North on Watson.
CAER is located directly in front of Meadowvale School.
About Us
Located in Elk River, CAER Food Shelf assists residents in Elk River, Otsego, Zimmerman and surrounding communities who might need help with food and other basic necessities, including limited financial aid for shelter or utilities if eligible.
Our Mission: Provide support and relieve hunger, together
Our Vision: Hunger is no longer a barrier to the health and well-being of people in our community
Our Values: Compassion, Respect, Integrity
Highlights
- CAER is here to help. Food shopping includes nonperishable food, fresh produce, dairy, meat, bakery and more.
- Every dollar donated provides 3 meals
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Events
Trot O Gold 5k for CAER
- The Trot O’ Gold 5K is a fun, family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day themed event where you can walk, run, or stroll to help fight hunger in our community
- Saturday Mar 14, 2026