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Learn about area events and how you can help support Teen Hope by participating in our Annual Summer Fruit Sales

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Search Institute, based in Minneapolis, MN has identified “40 Developmental Assets” that have been shown to buffer youth from risk. The more assets a child has, the higher probability that child will not be involved in behaviors such as teen pregnancy, school dropout, substance abuse, delinquency or violence. Our Campus Impact Ministry program addresses many of the 40 Assets including the importance of other adult relationships, showing youth they are valued, adult role models, benefits of being involved in a faith community and learning “positive values” like caring, social justice, integrity, honesty and responsibility.

We will strive to offer hope, encouragement and a listening ear to kids at other schools as we are able to add staff or volunteers.

I’m very excited to announce our plans for this Summer’s Fruit Sale.

Georgia Peaches:

Georgia Peaches and Pecans will arrive in Rochester around July 8th:

25 lb Box (50-54 peaches) for $47
15 lb Single Layer Tray (30 peaches) for $37
1 lb bags of Regular & Cinnamon Sugar Pecans for $15

You can place your order NOW through June 30th for Georgia Peaches and Pecans at our ONLINE STORE HERE or download the printable order form and send it in with your payment.

CLICK HERE for the 2026 GEORGIA FRUIT SALE ORDER FORM

Colorado Peaches:

Ordering for Colorado Peaches starts July 1st and will close out on July 31st. They should arrive by mid-August. We are only able to offer Regular Peaches again this year since the Organic Peach program was cancelled due to the “Twig Borer” issue. Pears are unavailable because of hail in April and the “fire blight” issue in the Pear Orchards! Our grower reports the Regular Peach crop is in great shape heading into the summer months.

18 lb Box (36-38 peaches) for $55

Pickup Location:

After trying 2 different pickup locations the past few years, we have decided to go back to ONE location to drive through and pick up your fruit, in Rochester at Evangel UM (2645 N Broadway), the same location we’ve been at for 15+ years.

For our friends who have ordered and picked up in Stewartville the last few years we will offer a small window of time for you to pick up your order in Stewartville. However, we will not be setting up a sale location in Stewartville. If you still would like to pick up in Stewartville, you will need to send us an email at [email protected] to let us know. Then, we will work out those details with you in a separate email.

This summer sale (our 24th Annual) is a big fundraising event for us. Your participation is greatly appreciated as we raise funds to support our programs that share the hope and encouragement of the Gospel message with thousands of teens in our region.

The fruit we receive from our growers comes directly from the orchards to their processing facility to a refrigerated truck to Rochester. Our joint goal (Us & the Grower) is to put the best fruit possible into your hands. But, it’s not perfect. Sometimes you’ll find peaches that have blemishes or more bruising than normal. My pledge to you is if you receive a box of fruit that you are not happy with, let me know right away and we’ll replace it.

Place your order now for Georgia Peaches and Pecans. Get your own box (or boxes) or call a few friends and share a box. Email us at [email protected] or call our office at 507-288-4567. You can also Text us at that same number!

Buy Peaches, Bring Hope to Rochester Area Teens!

Sincerely,

Gary

Executive Director Teen Hope Ministries

www.teenhopeministries.org