Events Calendar
Pasta for a Purpose
Pasta for a Purpose
A Food Market Fundraiser
An Evening of Community, Connection, and Impact supporting the Basic Needs Food Market.
2027 Basic Needs Gala
Save the Date: Basic Needs Gala 2027
Mark your calendar for an inspiring evening of community, connection, and impact at the Basic Needs Gala 2027.
Join us on Thursday, March 25, 2027, from 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM, as we come together to celebrate the power of neighbors helping neighbors and support the growing mission of Basic Needs.
The evening will feature meaningful stories, community engagement, and opportunities to make a lasting difference for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity and hardship throughout our region. Together, we'll reflect on the impact we've made and look ahead to the future of food access, dignity, and hope in our community.
Save the date and stay tuned for additional details, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket information.
March 25, 2027 | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue to be announced
Together, we can build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
Family BINGO
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of Family Bingo with prizes for all ages—just $2 per card! Join us June 14 and support access to food, essentials, and vital services in our community.
30th Anniversary Gala
🎉 Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County is celebrating 30 Years of Impact!
Join us on March 26 from 5–9 PM for our Gala, a celebration of community, compassion, and service.
Battle of the Badges!
Get your tickets now! Join us for the Battle of the Badges Basketball Fundraiser held on May 17th at the Park High School in Cottage Grove. Game Starts at 4pm!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Marathon
Van Meter
Benefiting Basic Needs Inc and SoWashCo Cares
Fashion for a Cause Annual Gala
Join us for a night of fun, food and fashion to support the Basic Needs Food Market. In addition to the fashion show, there will be a wine wall, silent auction, entertainment and more! Your $100 ticket purchase will make a difference in offering food to those in need.
Hunger is a Policy Choice Candidate Forum
Join Basic Needs' Executive Director and Board President as they moderate this important candidate debate!
Family Bingo!
Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and score mind-blowing prizes for everyone at this exhilarating family extravaganza. Our energetic Bingo host will lead you through countless rounds of the timeless game, and you won't believe the massive rewards up for grabs. So buckle up for a thrilling ride of non-stop fun! 3rd Act Brewery in Woodbury noon-3pm!
Family Bingo!
Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and score mind-blowing prizes for everyone at this exhilarating family extravaganza. Our energetic Bingo host will lead you through countless rounds of the timeless game, and you won't believe the massive rewards up for grabs. So buckle up for a thrilling ride of non-stop fun! 3rd Act Brewery in Woodbury noon-3pm!
Family Bingo!
Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and score mind-blowing prizes for everyone at this exhilarating family extravaganza. Our energetic Bingo host will lead you through countless rounds of the timeless game, and you won't believe the massive rewards up for grabs. So buckle up for a thrilling ride of non-stop fun! 3rd Act Brewery in Woodbury noon-3pm!
Basic Needs Spaghetti Fundraiser
Purchase tickets now by clicking here. Join us at Tinucci’s for our annual Spaghetti Fundraiser. Thanks to the Lion’s Club, Tinucci’s, and sponsors DoorDash and LSP Cottage Grove LP, the funds raised from this event through food, gambling and raffles will help support our food rescue programs in the community, including our new Food Market, to get food into the hands of those who need it.