OUR INITIATIVES
At Collective Fare, our initiatives are driven by a deep commitment to community health, wellness, and resilience. We believe that access to good food, reliable support, and opportunities to grow should be part of everyday life—not the exception.
Through our nonprofit arm, Collective Food Works, we create and lead programs that support families, youth, and individuals across New York City and beyond. These initiatives focus on nutrition, culinary education, local food access, and sustainable practices. Whether it’s a weekly food delivery, a cooking class, or a workforce training session, our goal is simple: build stronger communities through meaningful, hands-on support.
We don’t just cater—we show up, we collaborate, and we create solutions that feed people and fuel possibility.
Food Innovation & Concept Development
Where ideas meet impact. We research, design, and test new food products and concepts that meet real community needs. From grab-and-go solutions to shelf-stable recipes, we explore what it means to make good food accessible, functional, and culturally rooted. Our work includes initiatives like the Bronx Healthy Bodega project - Bodega Fresca, which reimagine corner stores as community wellness hubs—proving that food is medicine can be more than a motto.
Collective Baskets Initiative
Our cornerstone food access and wellness initiative serves families and communities through fresh grocery deliveries, local farm partnerships, and culturally rooted cooking classes. Through the Collective Baskets Studio, we teach kids and families how to prepare nutritious meals. Our Collective Farm Market supplies schools and shelters with local produce and pantry staples, while NUTRINATAL supports expecting and postpartum mothers with meals, education, and holistic care.
Creative Strategies & Program Development
We design impactful and innovative programs rooted in food, education, and sustainability. From community food access models to workforce and training program development, we offer consulting and strategic support to help organizations bring bold ideas to life and build lasting impact.