We believe that access to nutritious food is a basic human right.

We are committed to economic and social justice.

We believe that diversity is a source of our integrity.

We value the wise use of resources: we distribute salvaged and surplus food, support community food security and sustainable agriculture, and make judicious use of the community support that sustains our work.

We value honesty, trust, active listening, humor, respect, and collaboration in our relationships with employees, volunteers, partner agencies, our stakeholders and our community.

We value excellence. We bring creativity, hard work, a commitment to learning, and accountability (to one another, our partner agencies, and our community) to our activities.

In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, marital or familial status. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or call 202/720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.