Our Initiatives

Community Fridges.

Buddy System has established ten Community Fridges in Miami-Dade County. These fridges are changing the landscape of food insecurity in Miami, existing in food deserts with a simple message:

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This initiative has supported thousands of people in under-represented Miami communities with free, healthy food. Each fridge is painted by a local Miami artist, changing the look and feel of a traditional social service. Simultaneously, these fridges help to combat excess food waste, collecting food that would otherwise go bad via our partnerships with Food Rescue US, Farm Share, and Good Samaritan Meals

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 Fridge Map.

Fridge Locations.

Overtown (Out Of Order)

Overtown Optimist Club
350 Northwest 12th St
Miami, FL 33136
Hours: 24/7
Artist: Tori S. Scott

 

North Beach

Urban Resource (rear entrance)
1199 Mai Monides St
Miami Beach, FL 33141
Hours: 24/7

Richmond Heights

Williams Grocery (Inside)
14660 Lincoln Blvd
Miami, FL 33176
Hours: 9:00AM-9:00PM
Artist: Mark Delmont

 
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Hialeah

Ruth A. Tinsman Pavillion
6545 West 24th Ave
Hialeah, FL 33016
Hours: 24/7
Artist: Alex Yanes

 

Coconut Grove

The Polished Coconut
3600 Grand Ave
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Hours: 24/7
Artist: Cale K2S

Little Haiti

New Health Community Center
6300 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33138
Hours: 24/7
Artist: Cristina Maingrette

 
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Hialeah

Holland Hall (Inside)
555 East 1st Ave
Hialeah, FL 33010
Hours: 8:00AM-5:00PM, M-F
Artist: Haiiileen

 

Little Havana

Healthy Little Havana (Inside)
515 SW 12th Ave #525
Miami, FL 33130
Hours: W 3:00-7:00PM, Sa 11:00AM-2:00PM
Artist: Abigail Morales

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Little Haiti

FANM (Inside)
100 NE 84th St
Miami, FL 33138
Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM, M-F
Artist: Louis Rosemond

 

Florida City

Florida City WIC Center
753 W Palm Dr
Florida City, FL 33034
Hours: 24/7
Artist: Vic Garcia

Food Donation Guidelines.

 

Accepted Foods

  • Produce | Fruits and Vegetables

  • Eggs

  • Vegetarian Proteins

  • Unopened frozen food

  • Dairy (at least 5 days before expiration date)

  • Store-bought pre-made meals 

  • Meat (at least 5 days before the expiration date; place in freezer for best preservation) 

  • Homemade sandwiches (dated and include list of ingredients)

  • Homemade meals (dated and include a list of ingredients, individually wrapped)

Not Accepted

  • Previously opened packages

  • Leftovers

  • Expired food items

  • Moldy fruits, vegetables, bread, etc

Pantry Items

We also accept non-refrigerated food (such as canned items and grains) in our pantry section, either beside or on top of the fridge. Again, please check expiration dates and freshness of food. 

Food Donation Form.

Want to drop off some food to one of our fridges? Fill out the form below to let us know what you’re bringing!

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Join our WhatsApp Group.

Join the Community Fridge Care Team WhatsApp group to connect with other community leaders and volunteers in your area!

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Homebound Food Access.

Buddy System places people who are homebound, elderly or disabled with a volunteer in their neighborhood who attends food distributions on their behalf. Often these volunteer pairings flourish into lasting neighborly friendships. In addition to increased food security, this program also promotes community and social wellness. We are very proud to have served hundreds of people in Miami-Dade through this program.