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The Impact of the Urban Recipe Food Co-op Model
We recently released our 2025 Impact Report, full of stories and statistics from this past year and vision for the year ahead. Not only is an annual report a habit of non-profit organizations to share all they have accomplished alongside their donors, partners, and community, but it’s an important opportunity to reflect on our vision…
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Growth and Adaptation in the Fight for Food Security
When Urban Recipe began in 1991, we operated out of a church basement in Grant Park. We ran a singular food co-op, distributing food out of a small pantry and regular household refrigerator. Fast forward 35 years, Urban Recipe is now one of the largest partners of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Distributing well over…
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How Co-op Remains a Place of Security and Peace Amidst Crisis
Every single person experiences instability or crisis at some point in life. It can arrive suddenly and without warning: an unexpected job loss, the death of a loved one, a serious medical diagnosis, or a traumatic accident. In those moments, the systems we rely on every day – housing, income, health, and food, can quickly…
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The Government Shutdown is Over, Now What?
The last two months in the United States have been stressful for many. For families in November who didn’t receive their anticipated SNAP benefits on time, it was even worse. Now that the government shutdown is over, and funds are slowly being released to states to then be released to families, we need to address…
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How is Urban Recipe Different from a Food Pantry?
A common misconception about Urban Recipe is that we are a food pantry. Similar to a pantry in many ways, we are proud to stretch that model of “free food for all” to focus also on depth, dignity, and sustained impact. What does that look like here in Atlanta? First, let’s look at the ways…
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Food Security: Not a Human Trash Can
In the state of Georgia, just under 15% of the population is food insecure. At Urban Recipe, our goal is to reduce that number, and get food to those who need it. Part of our mission is to respect the dignity of every person we serve. We have some incredible partners for sourcing food, and…
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Feeding Families with Dignity – Even when Costs Climb
This summer, families across Atlanta are feeling the pinch: grocery bills climbing, utility costs soaring, and safety nets like SNAP shrinking. In our co-ops, we hear these struggles every week. What changes have we seen at Urban Recipe this summer? At Urban Recipe, our goal is to provide a consistent, supportive community and free food…
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Consistency is Key, Especially in the Food Scene
Consistency is key. The first thing people usually learn about Urban Recipe food co-ops is that they meet every two weeks, no matter the season. In a world where so much is unpredictable, our members know they can count on us. Consistency in food security is more than just having food on the table. It…
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Summer’s Hidden Strain: Feeding Georgia’s Children When School Is Out
Georgia’s humid mornings and sudden summer storms signal more than just a change in weather. They also mark a season of rising pressure for families. With schools closed, many caregivers face higher childcare costs, increased food expenses, and the emotional weight of keeping kids safe and nourished. In the Urban Recipe community, we see this…
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Pallet Prep: Getting Food from the Warehouse to the Pantry
Every other Tuesday morning at 970 Jefferson St., the Urban Recipe staff is busy pulling together the last touches to prepare for volunteers to come assist with Pallet Prep. Pallet Prep is our volunteer opportunity that directly supports co-ops. Since we started in 1991, Urban Recipe staff have played an important role in sourcing and…
