OUR MISSION

Meals for Unity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in New York City with a mission to uplift those in need through community and food.

Founded in March 2021 in the wake of increased violence against the AAPI community, what started as a spontaneous meal distribution in Manhattan’s Chinatown evolved into a vision tackling food insecurity and spreading awareness of social inequalities faced by our vulnerable communities. Our volunteer efforts span across 4 boroughs as we continuously partner with local businesses, restaurants, and fellow nonprofits to inspire and nourish our communities together.

  • 1 in 4

    of Asian Senior residents in New York City are food insecure.

  • 1 in 3

    New York City adults (over 2 million people) live in a household at risk of food insecurity.

  • 14,000+

    meals have been distributed by Meals for Unity.

  • 500+

    Meals for Unity volunteers tackling food insecurity.

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OUR GOALS

  • Provide meals to vulnerable communities

  • Amplify & support local food businesses

  • Spread awareness & promote community action

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OUR INITIATIVES

  • Distribute culturally-appropriate meals to NYC's marginalized communities in all boroughs
  • Circulate donated funds back into local businesses and organizations
  • Spread awareness of social issues at the intersection of food insecurity
  • Promote community action through volunteer opportunities and optimism