2025 Pasta for a Purpose
An Evening of Community, Connection, and Impact to Support the Basic Needs Food Market
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Tinucci's Restaurant | Newport, MN
Community connection, a silent auction, A delicious buffet-style dinner, a Thrift pop-up jewelry shop, and more…
Ways You Can Help
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Sponsor or Donate
Show your support by becoming an official event sponsor. Sponsorship opportunities allow your business or organization to be recognized while directly contributing to our mission.
If you’re unable to attend, you can still make an impact by making a direct donation. Every gift helps Basic Needs provide food, shelter, and essential resources to individuals and families in our community.
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Donate a Themed Basket
Our basket auction is one of the highlights of Pasta for a Purpose! Supporters can donate items or create themed baskets to be auctioned at the event. Past themes have included self-care, wellness, local experiences, and family fun. Auction proceeds directly benefit Basic Needs’ programs.
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Purchase Tickets
Join us on November 5th for an evening of pasta, fun, and community spirit. Your ticket helps fund Basic Needs’ programs and ensures that every dollar raised goes directly to serving those who need it most.
Donations and Sponsorship Opportunities
Pasta for a Purpose is more than a night of great food—it’s an opportunity to directly support the Basic Needs Food Market, providing essential groceries and resources to families and individuals in our community. Here’s how you can get involved:
Become an Event Sponsor
Sponsorship is a meaningful way to demonstrate your commitment to fighting food insecurity. Sponsors receive recognition through:
Logo placement on event materials, signage, and social media
Reserved tables at the event
Opportunities to engage with our community and event attendees
Your sponsorship helps ensure the Food Market continues to provide nutritious food and essentials to those who need it most.
Make a Direct Donation
Can’t attend the event? You can still make a difference! Every donation contributes directly to the Basic Needs Food Market, helping us provide groceries, fresh produce, and household essentials to local families.
If you have any questions about donations or sponsorships, please contact Antonio Frnaklin
Donate an Auction Item or Themed Basket
Our basket auction is a highlight of the evening! Items or themed baskets allow guests to bid and support the Food Market. All proceeds go directly to programs that stock the Food Market and support families in need.
Here are some basket themes that tend to excite our bidders:
🍷 Wine & Dine – bottles of wine, gift cards to local restaurants, gourmet snacks
☕ Coffee & Cozy – coffee beans, mugs, cozy blanket, bakery gift card
🎬 Family Movie/Date Night – hotel/resort stay, restaurant or streaming gift cards
🏈 Sports Fan Fun – team gear, game tickets, tailgating snacks
🧖 Spa Day at Home – candles, lotions, face masks, salon or massage gift card
🌲 Outdoor Adventure – camping gear, hunting/fishing supplies, state park pass
🐾 Pet Lovers – toys, treats, grooming gift certificate
🎨 Arts & Crafts – museum tickets, supplies, art classes, or gift cards to hobby shops
💆 Wellness & Self-Care – Journals, mindfulness guides, aromatherapy candles, bath salts, cozy blanket, and gift cards for yoga
To drop off a basket or auction item, please send us an email using the button below, and we’ll provide all the details for drop-off.
