Faith, Hope & Jam: A Conversation With Barry Shay
Faith, Hope & Jam: A Conversation With Barry Shay By Amy Gale MaloneyApril 29, 2025 When faith and community come together, transformation follows. In this special Chat with Chad conversation,…
Support the dedicated team that turns compassion into action every day.
At CROSS Services, we believe that every person deserves nourishment, dignity, and hope. But behind every meal shared, every bill paid, and every child supported—there’s a team of real people making it all happen.
From our small but mighty staff to the incredible volunteers who give over 30,000 hours of their time each year, it takes a village to meet the growing needs of our community. And that village needs more than passion — it needs resources.
When you support CROSS Services, you’re not just feeding families. Your donation powers the people who power our mission.
The CROSS Services’ team in Rogers, MN shows up every day with open hearts and willing hands, but they can’t do it alone.
To continue delivering high-quality, compassionate service to over 14,000 people each year, we need your help to:
We keep our staff small by design — to stretch every dollar as far as it can go.
But to truly sustain this work, we must invest in the people who make it happen.
Because when we care for our team, they can care for the community.
You matter here.
And so do they.
Make a gift today to power the work—and the workers—behind every act of compassion.
– Barry Shay, CROSS Services Board Member
We invite you to explore the CROSS Services Blog—your window into the inspiring stories and impactful work happening in our local communities. Here, you’ll find heartfelt tales of volunteerism, community drives, and the incredible efforts of individuals and businesses making a difference.
Read about the pressing needs in our neighborhoods, find meaningful ways to get involved, and be inspired by the stories that showcase the true spirit of giving.
You matter here.
Faith, Hope & Jam: A Conversation With Barry Shay By Amy Gale MaloneyApril 29, 2025 When faith and community come together, transformation follows. In this special Chat with Chad conversation,…
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At CROSS Services, every volunteer has a story—some take unexpected and inspiring paths. For Lisa, that journey began years ago when, as a young parent, she needed support similar to what CROSS Services provides today. Now retired, she’s chosen to give back by volunteering at our Food Shelf, ensuring others in the community receive the same helping hand she once did.
Read her story.
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