Free Produce Market
Summer is the hungriest time of year for families – kids are home and don’t have access to free school meals. Food insecurity is rising across Minnesota, partly because of increased food costs. There is high community interest and support for this program.
The Pop-Up Free Produce Markets are closed for the season.
Check back in spring 2026 for details for the upcoming summer.
Pop-Up Produce Market Locations
Chanhassen
Bluff Creek Elementary School
Norwood Young America
Central High School
Watertown
Watertown City Hall
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer duties include setting up the site, unloading pallets of food, greeting participants, assisting shoppers with bringing food to their vehicles, and cleaning up the site. There is no minimum age requirement, and we can find tasks for people of all abilities. Sign up for the Central High School (NYA) site here and the Bluff Creek Elementary (Chanhassen) site here.
Monetary Donations
To donate to the Chanhassen location: contact Bountiful Basket Food Shelf at 952-556-0244 for details.
To donate to the NYA location: contact Caitlin at 612-479-6409 or chuiras@carvercountymn.gov for details.
To donate to the Watertown location: contact Gather & Grow at 952-442-3878 for details.
Highlights from the 2024 Report
Read the 2024 final report for information on the impact of the program: Free Produce Market Final Report 2024.