Mission & Team

THE MISSION

To promote sustainable and equitable access to nourishing meals in Philadelphia, driving economic growth and job opportunities. Through strategic partnerships and responsible sourcing practices, we foster a thriving ecosystem, emphasizing local production and waste management for a resilient and inclusive community.

THE VISION

Philly Cooks for Philly envisions a dynamic public nonprofit partnership that fosters economic development and empowers individuals in the workforce. We believe in the power of combining nourishing meals with opportunities for personal and professional growth to create a vibrant and thriving community.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

INTEGRITY

We act with honesty, humility, transparency, and unwavering commitment to serve our diners, our employees, our clients, and the
good of Philadelphia.

JUSTICE

We share and foster power and resources with people most negatively impacted by systemic inequity, because when the least-resourced among us succeed, we all succeed.

COLLABORATION

We learn, grow, and build best solutions when we do so together, and welcome partners who share our vision and want to help us achieve our mission. There is strength, success, and action in unity.

IMPACT

We consider the intended and unintended consequences of our actions on individuals, local businesses, the regional economy, and the planet, and work with partners to ensure we create the greatest good.

THE PHILLY COOKS FOR PHILLY TEAM

We’ve assembled an extraordinary team with wide-ranging expertise to develop a sound and sustainable plan for feeding the future of Philadelphia.