Reach Out Lakota

06/07/2026

This community-wide fight against hunger is taking off! We truly appreciate the organizations that are supporting our neighbors in need. It's not too late to join - comment below if you'd like to host a drive for Summer Food Fight.

06/06/2026

What a success! We were honored to be part of the UCBMA - Union Centre Food Truck Rally. Our director, Brenda Yablonsky, shared thanks for the event’s support that helps us support 16,179 client visits each year. Together, this community makes a remarkable impact.

06/05/2026

It’s happening now! The UCBMA - Union Centre Food Truck Rally has all the fun — and Reach Out Lakota is the charity beneficiary this year! Come have a night out until 10pm and support your neighbors in need at the same time!

06/03/2026

Good food for a great cause! 🌮🚚 Join us at the UCBMA - Union Centre Food Truck Rally this Friday from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Every bite helps support Reach Out Lakota as this year's charity beneficiary. Come hungry and help make a difference!

❤️ Making a Difference, One Act of Kindness at a Time ❤️

With Reach Out Lakota as this year's beneficiary, please take a few minutes to hear from Executive Director Brenda Yablonsky as she shares how Reach Out Lakota serves as a lifeline for local families facing food insecurity, financial hardship, and unexpected challenges.

🎥 Watch Brenda's message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDOPCSH_tzg

Every meal purchased, every vote cast, and every donation made helps strengthen all of us. Join us for a day of great food, family fun, and meaningful impact!

05/30/2026

This is a community that truly links arms with each other. Thank you Lakota Family YMCA and Lakota Optimist Club for your consistent, and continual support. Thank you to all the individuals who drop items in these bins! It’s amazing to see people consistently invest in their own well-being. It’s even more amazing to see those same people invest in the well-being of others

The Lakota Family YMCA is proud to partner with the Lakota Optimist Club as an official collection site for Reach Out Lakota!

When you visit the Y, you'll see our donation barrel in the lobby where members and guests can help stock the shelves at Reach Out Lakota, providing food and essential items to local families in need. The Lakota Optimist Club will regularly deliver donated items to Reach Out Lakota, making it easy for our community to support neighbors facing food insecurity.

This month, the most-needed item is canned fruit (fruit cocktail, mandarin oranges, peaches, pears, and pineapple), but all donations are appreciated. Simply drop your items in the collection barrel during your next visit.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families right here in our community.

05/29/2026

These summer months see a high need for food and clothes in our community. We’re low on boxed pasta, children’s summer clothes, and pancake mix. We’d greatly appreciate your help to fill these shelves! Our donation sheds are in the back of our building- but most of you knew that already 😊

Thank you .theobald for the photo ✨

05/29/2026

These summer months see a high need for food and clothes in our community. We're low on boxed pasta, children's summer clothes, and pancake mix. We'd greatly appreciate your help to fill these shelves! Our donation sheds are in the back of our building- but most of you knew that already 😊

Thank you Ali Michelle for the photo ✨

05/26/2026

Today, we’re recognizing the dedicated board members who help guide the mission of Reach Out Lakota with wisdom, compassion, and leadership. From providing oversight and strategic direction to supporting fundraising efforts and advocating for our community, their service helps ensure families continue to receive food, clothing, and hope when they need it most.

Thank You:
Artemio Castro
Tim Van Leeuwen
Lauren Boettcher
Dale Turner
Gilbert Aguilar
Terri Bunting
Bonnie Dooley
Tim Harmon
Natalie Kreutz
Sharon McGuire

05/25/2026

We're closed on Memorial Day, but our donation sheds are open!

05/21/2026

Every month, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church brings us a donation through their Share a Lunch program. We are so grateful every time! St. Carlo Acutis Family of Parishes