About Us

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 food ecosystem, emphasizing local production and waste management for a resilient and inclusive community. 

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.  

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

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.
 

 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.
 

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.