Neighbors Empowering Neighbors
Fighting for Food Access
Inspiring Through Art
Our Mission.
Buddy System is fighting food insecurity by creating unique and innovative ways to engage our community, empowering neighbors to support neighbors, beginning with access to free, healthy food.
Community Fridge Initiative.
Buddy System has established ten Community Fridges in Miami-Dade County. These fridges are changing the landscape of food insecurity in Miami, existing in food deserts with a simple message: take what you need, leave what you can. This initiative has supported thousands of people in under-represented communities with free, healthy food. Each fridge is also a truly unique and special piece of community art.
Homebound Food Access.
Buddy System places people who are homebound, elderly or disabled with a volunteer in their neighborhood who attends food distributions on their behalf. Often these volunteer pairings flourish into lasting neighborly friendships. In addition to increased food security, this program also promotes community and social wellness. We are very proud to have served hundreds of people in Miami-Dade through this program.
News.
“What unifies all these different community projects is the belief that people in community can care for one another better and on a more personal level than the government can or will.”
-HuffPost
“Each [fridge] painting captures the eccentricity of Miami and its vibrant spirit, while bringing color to neighborhoods during a time when it’s needed most.”
-The Guardian
