Rapid City, SD – The team at Black Hills Bagels is pulling together an early‑morning effort to support the KOTA Care and Share “Bagel in the Street” food drive, scheduled for Friday, Nov. 12, from 6:30 to 9 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in downtown Rapid City.
Volunteer crew and preparation
According to Nick Brengle, director of brand awareness for Black Hills Bagels, about eight staff members will handle the entire process – from mixing dough, slicing, and packaging the bagels to transporting them to the church and assisting volunteers on site. “I would say it’s probably a team of eight. I know we have a lot of people on staff, but eight people really, between the mixing, slicing, getting the bagels ready to go, and then actually going to the event, and helping people out, and then eight people total there,” Brengle explained.
Event details and partnership
The food drive is part of KOTA’s Care and Share initiative, and all proceeds will be donated to Church Response, a local nonprofit that operates a food pantry serving Rapid City residents in need. The event will feature fresh bagels, Pepsi, and Dark Canyon coffee for attendees, with the option to donate additional food items or cash.
Community impact
“You can come get a bagel and a Pepsi and Dark Canyon coffee, and you can make a donation of food or money for Church Response, and that helps us run the food pantry here in Rapid City, and we’re able to help a lot of people, and it’s just a really good organization,” said Tina Neumann, director of Church Response. The pantry relies on community contributions to provide meals for families facing food insecurity.
Logistics and safety
The KOTA Care and Share team has been coordinating with city officials to arrange street closures and ensure safety for volunteers and attendees. They are also finalizing the layout for tables and coffee dispensers to keep the flow smooth and maintain social‑distancing guidelines.
How to get involved
Even if you cannot attend the early‑morning event, Neumann encourages residents to stop by later in the day to pick up a bagel and a drink, and to make a donation of food or money. “Every contribution helps us keep the pantry stocked and ready for those who need it most,” she added.
Looking ahead
Black Hills Bagels plans to continue partnering with local charities and faith‑based organizations for future community service events. Their commitment to feeding neighbors aligns with the broader mission of Rapid City’s faith and nonprofit community to care for the vulnerable.
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