Welcome to your first year as a PORCH chapter leader! This page brings together tools, trainings, and connections to help you get started, build momentum, and feel confident leading your local hunger-relief efforts. From our playbook and leadership forums to quick links and helpful contacts, you'll find everything you need to grow our impact — one porch at a time.

PORCH for Pantries Playbook

Your go-to guide for launching and running a successful PORCH chapter. Step-by-step instructions, best practices, and proven tips to hep you turn your first collections into consistent community support.

PORCH Overview with Christine Cotton, CEO and Founder

Hear directly from our CEO about the mission, model, and measurable impact of PORCH Communities — and how your chapter plays a vital role in this national movement.

New Chapter Newsletters - "Growing Together"

Monthly newsletters created just for new leaders, filled with practical tips, inspiration, and success stories from other chapters.

• September email

• October email

Monthly Forums Archive

Recording and recaps from our monthly chapter forums — a place where leaders and staff connect, share updates, ask questions, and learn from one another.

Whom to Contact Directory

Need help? Find the right PORCH staff contact.

GroupMe Collaboration Hub for Chapter leaders

Join the conversation! Connect with fellow chapter leaders across the country, swap ideas, celebrate wins, and get quick advice through your shared GroupMe channel. Click here to join the chat!