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:
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.
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
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
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
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 youβre 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!
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.