it takes a village to FEED one child

Fostering Enrichment & Empowerment for Development

Become a part of our village, help make a difference.

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity in PA-NJ-DE

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Provide

Supporting Families

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Dedicate

Nourishing Communities

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Build

Building a Brighter Future

Mark and volunteer packing food in boxes – supporting Philadelphia families with meals and food assistance

What we do

We provide over 175,000 meals and snacks on a monthly basis to over 100 child, adult, & at-risk centers

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It Takes a Village to Feed One Child table displaying packed food for donation, nutritious meals for children and families in Philadelphia”

Food Support

We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the community by providing nutritious meals to children and adults in need.

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We do it all!

From helping your sites get approved to delivering the meals & snacks, to training, to helping remain compliant.

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Volunteer serving food to children in Philadelphia through It Takes a Village to Feed One Child program

hunger has nO place in OUR communities

In 2025, we are thrilled to launch the "Weekend Meals for Children" program.

Your support makes this vision possible!

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To provide nutritious meals and snacks every Saturday and Sunday, for 6410 children daily,  offering boxed and/or bagged meals.

Programs and Services

A group of volunteers wearing a plain grey t-shirt displaying It Takes a Village to Feed One Child's logo – A Philadelphia nonprofit hunger relief organization, serving food for an At-Risk Community

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

We provide nutritious foods to young children, at-risk youth, and adults who are chronically impaired.

A Volunteer organizing food boxes for the Summer Food Service Program, a program providing healthy meals and snacks to children in need while the school is not in session

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)

Nutritious meals and snacks to children and teens in low-income areas when school is not in session.

Homeless in Philadelphia receiving nutritious meals through the Mobile Homeless Food Program, a community program run by the non-profit organization It Takes A Village To Feed One Child.

Mobile Homeless Food Program (MHFP)

We aim to secure funding and grants to create a mobile food program for the poorest communities in PA, taking food directly to the streets.

We are supporting more than 100 children, adult and at risk centers

Collaborate with us! Be a corporate partner today

We welcome partnerships with companies interested in addressing hunger and food insecurity for children, seniors, and families.

Become A Part Of Our Village, When You Give, Please Consider Us!

If your organization shares our commitment to excellence, we invite you to explore collaboration opportunities. Together, we can create a comprehensive suite of services that meets the diverse needs of our clients.  Contact us to discuss how we can build a stronger, more supportive network for communities in desperate need.

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Every small contribution can create a meaningful change.

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Hunger Village Awards 2025
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13

Sep 2025

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6:00 - 10:00 pm

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Live Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Honoring organizations that address hunger and impact communities

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What they’re talking about us

Building Blocks for Tots

Childcare center

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"For the past four years we have been with ITAVTFOC. I have no complaints! I love the food, it comes hot and ready to serve every day and on time. The children enjoy the food. Our parents love that they do not have to prepare and bring in food every day. Mr. Wainwright and his team are very helpful with everything. I'm very satisfied with ITAVTFOC."

Emily Carter

Volunteer

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"We have been serving children and seniors since 1990. I have seen up close my husband's passion, work ethic, and determination to make an impact to satisfy schools, head starts, senior centers, childcare centers, and others in the Food Service industry."

Here We Grow

Daycare

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"I have been with ITAVTFOC since the very beginning. Since day 1, I have been extremely satisfied, especially since I have 3 food programs to compare it to.With ITAVTFOC, the paperwork is minimal. Chip and his staff come on time and the food is always tasty and hot. Oh, did I mention that this program delivers daily! As long as I have a childcare center I will always use ITAVTFOC. I always recommend them!"

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Education Center

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"I am extremely grateful for It Takes a Village! Last year, it was very difficult to get food service resources and supply food for the children in our program. After reaching out and talking with Mark, I was so relieved to know that he would help us despite our program size. We highly recommend ITAVTFOC and will continue to remain with them for another year!"

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Early Learning Center

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We love It Takes a Village to feed one child. The food is always good and high quality. The children get excited to eat and always clear their plates which makes for happy parents and teachers. The delivery staff are always on time with our deliveries and we never have to worry about meals making it to us or not. All in all, ITAVTFOC is reliable, responsive and a high quality food program.

Grays Ferry

Early Learning Academy

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"Just alone, the name of this organization speaks volumes! It really does take a village. Mark does a great job in supporting childcare providers ensuring that we have what is needed by not only feeding children but also remaining in compliance. As a CEO, I understand the huge responsibility of compliance monitoring. Thank you for all you do."

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