daniel

A Food Co-op: Something Regular in a Sea of Chaos

Every two weeks, Daniel Duncan gets on MARTA and travels to an Urban Recipe Food Co-op. He gets a variety of fresh vegetables, pantry staples and frozen protein, but he also receives something that’s even more important to him.  “It gives a peace of mind…it’s something that I look forward to doing that I know…

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FOOD PANTRY

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

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

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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