submitted by huertag@augsburg.edu
For Give to the Max Day this year, we are raising funds for two important programs: The Augsburg Campus Cupboard and our Cedar-Riverside food justice initiatives. Today I’d like to tell you a bit more about Cedar-Riverside (CR), a vibrant and diverse community in which we are proud to serve as an anchor institution.
With over 8,000 residents speaking around 100 different languages, Cedar-Riverside (CR) is on land originally inhabited by Dakota people. CR residents consistently identify wellness, food, and social connectedness as areas of opportunity, as many residents suffer from a range of health issues, including hunger, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
Your donation will make a significant difference in our ability to meet the growing and diverse food needs of our neighbors in Cedar Riverside. Thank you so much to our incredible supporters who have already given generous donations!