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A PORCH in Every Community

PORCH Communities exists to combat hunger and food insecurity through the simple power of neighbors helping neighbors. Each month, more than 2,000 volunteers collect non-perishable food from neighborhood porches and deliver it to nearby pantries, schools, and community organizations. The result is a steady, reliable stream of food donations that helps families put meals on the table while honoring the unique needs of each community we serve.

Our Proven Model

When food donation models are simple, locally driven, and strengthen existing pantries, sustainable hunger relief becomes possible. PORCH makes hunger relief simple, sustainable, and local. Our flagship program — PORCH for Pantries — is at the heart of everything we do.

Once a month, neighbors place bags of non-perishables on their porches

1

Volunteers collect the donations

2

Donations are brought to a local food pantry to fill their gaps

3

Once a month, neighbors place bags of non-perishables on their porches

1

Volunteers collect the donations

2

Donations are brought to a local food pantry to fill their gaps

3

PORCH Communities provides chapters with the tools, resources, and coaching they need to replicate this model anywhere. Together, we’re disrupting the cycle of hunger — one porch, one neighborhood, one community at a time.

Why PORCH Works

It's easy to make a difference.

PORCH is easy

Donors place food on their porches for volunteers to pick up.

PORCH is consistent

Monthly food drives provide a predictable supply of food and volunteer opportunities.

PORCH is flexible

Donations can be customized to the cultural and dietary needs of local partners and families.

PORCH is inclusive

Anyone can help in as little as a few hours a month.

Why PORCH Works

It's easy to make a difference.

PORCH is easy

Donors place food on their porches for volunteers to pick up.

PORCH is consistent

Monthly food drives provide a predictable supply of food and volunteer opportunities.

PORCH is flexible

Donations can be customized to the cultural and dietary needs of local partners and families.

PORCH is inclusive

Anyone can help in as little as a few hours a month.

Erin Molk

Chapter Leader, Chicagoland

"It's really mind-blowing how scary it is out there for food insecure families. We continue to be so grateful to be a part of this amazing organization, making such an impact all over the country!"

Erin Molk

Chapter Leader, Chicagoland

"It's really mind-blowing how scary it is out there for food insecure families. We continue to be so grateful to be a part of this amazing organization, making such an impact all over the country!"

Erin Molk

Chapter Leader, Chicagoland

"It's really mind-blowing how scary it is out there for food insecure families. We continue to be so grateful to be a part of this amazing organization, making such an impact all over the country!"

Our Impactful Programs

At PORCH Communities, every chapter begins with PORCH for Pantries. From there, chapters may choose to expand their impact by adding additional programs tailored to their community’s needs.

PORCH for Pantries

Our flagship program. Volunteers collect non-perishable food from neighborhood porches each month and deliver it to local pantries, creating a consistent and dependable source of food for families

PORCH for Schools

Ensuring children are ready to learn by supplying healthy snacks to schools so students can attend classes focused and nourished

PORCH Fresh

Working with local farmers and businesses to provide families with fresh produce, meat, and dairy — adding variety and nutrition to daily meals

PORCH Student Ambassadors

Engaging the next generation of leaders by empowering students to raise awareness of food insecurity and organize food drives in their hometowns and college communities

PORCH for Pantries

Our flagship program. Volunteers collect non-perishable food from neighborhood porches each month and deliver it to local pantries, creating a consistent and dependable source of food for families

PORCH for Schools

Ensuring children are ready to learn by supplying healthy snacks to schools so students can attend classes focused and nourished

PORCH Fresh

Working with local farmers and businesses to provide families with fresh produce, meat, and dairy — adding variety and nutrition to daily meals

PORCH Student Ambassadors

Engaging the next generation of leaders by empowering students to raise awareness of food insecurity and organize food drives in their hometowns and college communities

PORCH for Pantries

Our flagship program. Volunteers collect non-perishable food from neighborhood porches each month and deliver it to local pantries, creating a consistent and dependable source of food for families

PORCH for Schools

Ensuring children are ready to learn by supplying healthy snacks to schools so students can attend classes focused and nourished

PORCH Fresh

Working with local farmers and businesses to provide families with fresh produce, meat, and dairy — adding variety and nutrition to daily meals

PORCH Student Ambassadors

Engaging the next generation of leaders by empowering students to raise awareness of food insecurity and organize food drives in their hometowns and college communities