Programs
Four ways we get food where it's needed
Each program solves a different gap, from fresh produce that spoils too fast to the families who cannot get to a pantry during work hours.
What we run
Our programs
Daily · CitywideGrocery and farm rescue
Daily pickups from 70 grocers, bakeries, wholesalers and Lancaster County farms, moved in refrigerated vans.
6 sites · Twice weeklyNeighbour Markets
Free farmers-market-style pantries where families choose their own food. No paperwork, no appointment.
3 cohorts a yearHarvest Kitchen
A 12-week paid line-cook training program that turns rescued food into 2,000 ready meals a week for shelters.
Open 24/7Corner Fridges
Twenty-four community fridges outside barbershops, churches and rec centres, restocked every day.
Neighbour Markets
Six markets, open after work
We run evening and Saturday markets so working families can shop without taking time off. Bring a bag, pick what you will cook, and stay for the recipe table.
- Kensington · Tue 16:00–18:30
- Hunting Park · Wed 16:00–18:30
- Grays Ferry · Thu 16:00–18:30
- Germantown · Sat 9:00–12:00
3,400
volunteers last year
Volunteer
Three hours. Roughly 600 meals.
Most shifts need no experience, just closed-toe shoes and a good attitude. Groups of up to 25 are welcome for corporate and school days.
- Ages 12 and up with an adult, 16 and up alone
- Free parking and a SEPTA stop on the corner
- Court-ordered and school service hours signed off
Weekly shifts
Pick a shift that fits
All shifts start at the Norwood Yards warehouse unless noted.
| Time | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00–9:30 | Driver ride-along | Driver ride-along | Driver ride-along | Driver ride-along | Driver ride-along | |
| 9:00–12:00 | Warehouse sort | Warehouse sort | Warehouse sort | Warehouse sort | Warehouse sort | Family sort day |
| 13:00–16:00 | Kitchen prep | Fridge restock | Kitchen prep | Fridge restock | Kitchen prep | |
| 15:30–19:00 | Market · Kensington | Market · Hunting Park | Market · Grays Ferry |
Saturday Germantown market runs 8:30–12:30. Family sort day welcomes kids aged 8 and up.
Have surplus food to share?
Grocers, caterers, farms and event venues: we pick up for free, provide a tax receipt and handle the paperwork.