Promoting a Culture of Care
Mission
Care Packs delivers everyday essentials to the unsheltered and in need of the Twin Cities.
Vision
We seek a world where those in need are seen, and treated with the care and dignity all people deserve. Care Packs is working toward equipping the public with the tools to assist our neighbors in a holistic and compassionate manner.
How it Works
Care Packs operates on the simple premise that you can make a difference without going out of your way. Having a Care Pack in your car prepares you should someone ask or appear to need some basic supplies. The average person drives 13,000 miles a year, which means a small network of volunteers can very easily cover most of the Twin Cities. This makes for an extremely efficient and effective manner to distribute supplies, while also signaling a shift in cultural norms to our neighbors.
How it Started
Care Packs started as a 1-time idea to give back to the community as the situation for those facing homelessness worsened due to Covid. The positive reception from the unsheltered and relative simplicity fueled our desire to spread the concept. With need at an all-time high and easy scalability, it became clear what we needed to do. The practice of being aware, equipped, and empathetic was organized, and Care Packs was born.