Food for Thought

The COVID lockdowns were hard for many of us, but they were especially hard for our vulnerable neighbors who have difficulty affording and accessing healthy food options. Those who don’t have access to a car, for example, might find it difficult to reach food bank locations and other forms of assistance.

One of the ways communities responded to this issue during the pandemic was expanding the number of “free fridges,” making food accessible 24 hours a day without any red tape or bureaucracy to navigate.

At their peak, there were six free fridge locations around Atlanta.

In August of this year, the last one closed.

Opportunity & Access

Free, healthy food options are critical supports for vulnerable neighbors in our community, but just as important as the food is the ability to access it.

The Emmaus House Food Pantry provides more than 75 households in our community with healthy food options annually. Our food supply, however, is currently lower than we would like, especially with winter around the corner.

Click below for a list of items we’re seeking and to learn more about how you can support the Emmaus House Food Pantry.