Our Mission

Give access.

We’re delivering food justice one neighborhood at a time.

Access to fresh and affordable food is crucial for our communities to thrive. Kanbe’s Markets eliminates food insecurity by empowering individuals and providing them with healthy choices.

 
 
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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

By providing innovative food delivery systems that are more inclusive, enhance small businesses and empower individuals to make healthy choices, we step closer toward an equitable future of food.

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Healthy corner store locations

Our Healthy Corner Stores program is the foundation of our mission. We went from one location when we were founded in 2017, to 12 at the beginning of 2020. Now we have 50 locations all over the east side of Kansas City, providing fresh produce to our community.

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Community partners

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.

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Pounds of food kept out of landfills this year so far in 2023

Food waste diversion is an important part of what we do. So far this year we have redirected 500, 000 pounds of produce from ending up in landfills.

 

Get Involved

We’re on a mission to create a world where fresh food is available to every individual. It takes all of us to give access. See all the ways you can help.

Join grassroots givers

Our group of monthly givers plants deep roots for change every day of the year.

Volunteer opportunities

Help us sort produce, at events, and other opportunities!

Make a Donation

You can put fresh and affordable food within walking distance for Kansas Citians.

 

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