St. Cloud's Catholic Charities sees 30% rise in food aid demand due to inflation and housing costs, expanding services to keep up.

St. Cloud's Catholic Charities reports a significant increase in demand for food assistance, with pantry visits rising by 30% over the past year. The organization attributes the surge to rising living costs, inflation, and limited affordable housing. To meet growing needs, Catholic Charities has expanded its food distribution hours, partnered with local farms for fresh produce, and launched a new mobile food pantry service. Officials emphasize that no one is turned away, and they continue to rely on community donations and volunteers to sustain operations.