Equal Plates Project

Basic Needs
Education
Environment
Food Insecurity
Health and Wellness
Youth Impact

Who We Are

Equal Plates Project is a local nonprofit strengthening Western North Carolina’s local food system by connecting farms to ovens to community.

We source high-quality ingredients from local farms to prepare nourishing meals for underserved communities and neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

Our kitchens, in Central United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church, emphasize fresh, local ingredients to nourish and connect our community.

What We Do

Mission: To support local farmers, address food insecurity, and build community through scratch-cooked meals.

FARM: We purchase at least 50% of our ingredients from small WNC farms at fair prices

OVEN: We transform locally-sourced ingredients into nourishing meals, thanks to our dedicated chefs and volunteers

COMMUNITY: We partner with community organizations to share thousands of meals each week with neighbors facing food insecurity

Brought to you by

Hands On Asheville-Buncombe

Details

	(828) 276-3113
	volunteer@equalplatesproject.org
	Rachel Letcher
	Volunteer Coordinator
	https://www.equalplatesproject.org/

Organization Opportunities

Multiple Shifts Available

Central United Methodist Kitchen: Cook for your Community at Equal Plates Project!

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	27 Church Street, Asheville, NC 28801, USA Asheville , NC 28801
	Parking info for both church shifts: 1. Park behind Central United Methodist Church on Buncombe Street. 2. Access the parking lot via Buncombe St. behind the church 3. Park at the top of Buncombe St. by the fire escape. 4. Ring the bell at the black gate by the Equal Plates Project sign. *NOTE: we now have parking passes that need to be put on your car dashboard. Please come to the Central UMC first, grab a pass and return it after your shift.
	Monday to Friday: 10 am to 4 pm