Founded in 2018, DC Food Project works to ensure no child goes hungry when the school day ends or the weekend begins. In Washington, D.C., 1 in 5 children struggles with hunger—a reality that impacts tens of thousands of students across our city. We exist to close this gap by partnering directly with schools to provide reliable access to nutritious food.
Our initiatives, including over 80 school Pantries and 50+ Share Table programs, complement standard school meals to support students and their families throughout the year. Powered by dedicated partners and volunteers, we distribute more than 25,000 pounds of snacks and quick meals every month. This past June, we reached a major milestone: 5 million meals delivered, serving over 4,000 students across D.C.
Our Mission: To eliminate child hunger by increasing access to nutritious food through unique school partnerships.
“DC Food Project is the ultimate community-based solution here in DC. Since the very worst of the pandemic, DC Central Kitchen has partnered with this incredible parent-led organization to meet the evolving needs of children and families during a sustained hunger crisis in our nation’s capital. DC Food Project is empowering schools to fight food insecurity and food waste and we are proud to count them as a core, strategic partner in our ongoing efforts. Collaborating with their innovative School Pantry and Share Table programs allows us to extend our hunger-fighting reach beyond the cafeterias, afterschool programs, and youth summer programs we serve, comprehensively meeting children’s needs throughout the day and the year. Supporting DC Food Project makes a direct, immediate impact on kids’ abilities to eat, learn, and thrive.”
OUR PROGRAMS
Pantry Program
The Pantry Program is a place where students have discreet access to food, age-appropriate toiletries and other household items throughout the school year.
Pantry + Program
The Pantry+ Program helps fill gaps during school breaks by delivering non-perishable foods, hot meals, and more to families most in need.
Share Table Program
The Share Table Program is a simple and efficient way to give kids access to additional food while significantly reducing food waste in cafeterias.
OUR SCHOOLS
DC Food Project is proud to partner with schools in Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and beyond. Working alongside school staff and administrators, we implement programs designed to meet each school community’s unique needs. Click below to learn more and see the full list of schools we support.
WHAT OUR TEAM HAS BEEN UP TO
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Browse our quarterly newsletters to see how DC Food Project is supporting students and strengthening communities.
If you need any additional information or would like to reach us directly please email us at dcfoodproject@gmail.com.