Our approach

We tackle the gaps in our food system with a multifaceted approach

The pillars that guide us

Collaborative partnerships
We build long-term partnerships, even with potential competitors, to pool resources and expertise. This non-competitive approach strengthens food distribution and accessibility.
Human-centered solutions
We tailor programs to meet the specific needs of each community, ensuring our solutions fit the unique circumstances of our parters and users.
Technology & innovation
We use advanced technology to streamline food distribution with key features like:
  • Real-time capacity indicators for partners
  • Tools to forecast demand and optimize food allocation
  • Donation tracking to ensure surplus food reaches those in need quickly

How we approach the problem

1

Targeting food deserts

We focus on delivering fresh, affordable food to low-income communities in urban and rural food deserts by enhancing transportation and establishing distribution points.

2

Reducing stigma and improving accessibility

Our programs are inclusive and designed to reduce the stigma of receiving food assistance, accommodating the needs of people with busy schedules and caregiving responsibilities.

3

Supportive policies and advocacy

We push for flexible food safety policies that enable efficient redistribution of surplus food, advocating for regulations that support food rescue efforts.

4

Innovative channels

We focus on delivering fresh, affordable food to low-income communities in urban and rural food deserts by enhancing transportation and establishing distribution points.

Our locations

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Twin Cities

Meet some of our funders and partners

bodyarmorphilabundancegreenlight fundphiladephia food policy advisory councilpatricia kind family foundationcvs healthbodyarmorphilabundancegreenlight fundphiladephia food policy advisory councilpatricia kind family foundationcvs health
oktala colombe coffe roastersmom's organic marketcomcastri dotunchartedoktala colombe coffe roastersmom's organic marketcomcastri dotuncharted
unchartedthe fruitguyshoneygrowdi bruno brossnap kitchenamerican heart associationunchartedthe fruitguyshoneygrowdi bruno brossnap kitchenamerican heart association
the barra foundationreading terminal marketcity of philadelphiainstacarthungry harvestthe barra foundationreading terminal marketcity of philadelphiaThe claneil foundationinstacarthungry harvestThe claneil foundation
the barra foundationreading terminal marketcity of philadelphiainstacarthungry harvestthe barra foundationThe claneil foundationamerican heart associationsnap kitchendi bruno broshoneygrowthe fruitguysunchartedunchartedri dotcomcastmom's organic marketla colombe coffe roastersoktacvs healthpatricia kind family foundationphiladephia food policy advisory councilgreenlight fundphilabundancebodyarmor

Awards & recognition

These awards are a shout-out to the hard work we put in every day

Social Innovation Healthy Food Access Award
2022
Roddenberry Fellowship for Social Change
2022
Published in Social Innovations Journal for Innovation
2022
Greater Philadelphia Social Innovation Award - Healthy Food Access
2022
Doordash Social Impact Partner
2020
Healthy Newsworks Health Leaders
2019
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