Join an urban recipe food Co-op
What is an Urban Recipe
Food Co-op?
Food Co-ops are supportive communities designed to provide individuals with a reliable food source. By joining a co-op, you become part of a group of families who meet every two weeks to sort and share a variety of frozen and non-perishable food, fresh produce and household goods, all while building lasting relationships.
Equitable Distribution
Members receive food based on family size, and enough to help supplement their households for two weeks.
Community Support
Co-ops provide a supportive community that values dignity and mutual assistance.
Active Participation
Members contribute to their co-op’s success by taking on responsibilities like unloading and distributing food at each meeting.
Do I Qualify to Join a Co-op?
At Urban Recipe, co-op members come from many backgrounds, abilities and zip codes. Each co-op member brings different parts of themselves to the table, providing a rich and diverse space to combat food insecurity together. All co-op members are in need of food, housed, have reliable transportation and are dedicated to the community.
If you don’t qualify, our Mobile Pantry
may be a better fit until you do.
In Need
Co-op members all share the need for food support. Members only need to make a statement of need, and they are welcome to join a co-op for as long as they need support.
Housed
Co-op members receive frozen and uncooked food, and therefore need a place to store it and cook it. All of our co-op members are housed with access to a kitchen.
Mobile
Part of being in co-op means showing up, which requires all members have access to reliable transportation – be that car, bus, bike or foot – to get to and from co-op meetings.
Dedicated
Co-op members commit to being part of the food co-op. This includes volunteering at co-op meetings, communicating regularly with their leadership, arriving on time and helping their neighbors, and uplifting the dignity of everyone in the co-op.
Ready to join?
Apply today and join one of our co-ops to begin receiving frozen and non-perishable food, produce and home goods. Complete the application online or call 404-590-2186 to apply today.
“I am in a stable place for food thanks to co-ops. I have been able to leave co-op and make space for someone else because it got me back on my feet. I’m so grateful to everyone at Urban Recipe.”
Ellis
Food Co-op Member
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about our
Food Co-op program.
Still have questions?
Contact us.
How much food will I receive?
You will receive food based on family size, and enough to help supplement your household for two weeks.
What type of food will I receive?
At each food co-op meeting, you may receive a variety of shelf-stable goods, frozen food, and when available, meat, produce and household items. Availability may vary, but our aim is to provide a well-rounded selection that supports diverse needs.
Do we meet at the same time and location every two weeks?
Yes. Once you are a member of a food co-op, you will continue to meet at that co-op’s same designated meeting location and time every two weeks.
I don’t need food, but I want to volunteer at a co-op. How can I do that?
Out of respect for our co-op members, we do not allow non-co-op members to volunteer. If you’re interested in volunteering that directly impacts co-ops, you can sign up to support at Pallet Prep. Sign Up Here.
I would like to support food co-ops. What can I do?
Our co-ops run thanks to the generous support of donors. Learn more about how you can contribute here.