Our kitchens transform recovered, donated, and garden-grown ingredients into meals that nourish our community and strengthen our connections to one another. While food alone cannot solve hunger or poverty, the act of sharing meals helps cultivate resilience and supports the broader work of creating lasting change.
SNAP Gap
When federal SNAP benefits were threatened, TNFP swiftly addressed food insecurity in the city with support from HCA Healthcare Foundation’s Special Funds, The Frist Foundation, and community donations. They added evening kitchen shifts, expanded emergency food box distribution, and managed rising food costs while maintaining regular programs. Seventeen additional volunteers contributed 68 hours with chef Patricia Marzella, preparing 1,000 extra meals weekly, demonstrating the belief that collaboration creates abundance.
