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A first-of-its-kind free food market opens in San Francisco: ‘Without this, some of us won’t make it’ (www.theguardian.com)

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

This is a fantastic model for food banks. I volunteered at a distribution site in Texas that uses this model almost 15 years ago though, so I don't know about "first-of-its-kind." All food banks should offer this option though, imo. It really destigmatizes seeking help and enhances the dignity and self-respect of everyone involved. It also leads to more efficient use of donations, as people only take what they want to eat and leave what they don't want for someone else.