We’re delivering food justice one neighborhood at a time.
Kanbe’s Markets is on a mission to build a more inclusive food system by transforming food loss into food access. Our work serves the most vulnerable in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area while reducing unnecessary waste of nutritious foods discarded into landfills.
Our Work
There is plenty of nourishing food to go around. Yet, over 400,000 residents in Kansas City are without reasonable access to fresh, healthy and affordable foods. We’re on a mission to change that.
Our innovative food distribution model ensures more food reaches more people, enhances small businesses bottom line and empowers individuals to make healthier choices, all while keeping usable food from ever reaching the landfills.
Our Healthy Corner Stores program is the flagship of our mission. We went from one location when we were founded in 2016, to 12 at the beginning of 2020. Now we have 75+ locations all over the east side of Kansas City, providing fresh produce to our community. Find one near you!
Through our Healthy Corner Store program, our Food Redirection program, and our Community Engagement partnerships, we have helped expand the reach of accessible produce to Kansas City community members in need of fresh, healthy and affordable food.
Food waste diversion is an important part of what we do. This year we have redirected 1,000,000 pounds of produce from ending up in landfills.
It takes all of us to create access for all. Explore the many ways you can get involved today!
Plant the seeds of change! Our community of monthly donor nurtures deep roots for a thriving, food-secure future—every single day.
Lend your hands to help our mission bloom! Sort produce, support events, assist in the office, and take part in other opportunities to cultivate change in our community.
Your gift sows the seeds for fresh, affordable food within walking distance for Kansas Citians. Every dollar helps neighborhoods grow stronger!
