Studies have shown that public transportation is a key driver of health and equity. And at Open Hand Atlanta, we’ve long known that, without equitable access to healthy foods, individuals and families are at much… Read more.


The Intersection of Food, Nutrition, Hunger, and Health
I have great news to share with those of our amazing partners and supporters who are passionate about… Read more.

Celebrating Our Volunteers
Open Hand began with just a handful of volunteers in the soup kitchen at St. Bart’s in 1988. Read more.

Continuing Our Work with Veterans
Our program—in partnership with Atlanta VA Health Care System and… Read more.

Introducing Our New Board President, Shirley Powell
As Open Hand Atlanta’s new board president, I’m excited to help us on our journey to create even… Read more.

Providing Critical Nutrition Support for Pregnant Mothers
Research has shown that access to healthy foods can improve health outcomes for women diagnosed with gestational diabetes… Read more.

Supporting Vulnerable Patients Discharged from Grady Hospital with Medically-Tailored Meals
The need for support doesn’t end when a patient leaves the hospital: in fact, being discharged is just… Read more.

Appreciation for Those Working on Behalf of our Vulnerable Seniors
As more and more people are successfully pursuing COVID-19 vaccinations, businesses and organizations… Read more.

Meet Mama T, Open Hand Client and Beloved Neighbor
Teresa—or “Mama T”, as her neighbors lovingly refer to her—can often be seen in her garden or sitting on the front… Read more.

Jesse Hill Market: Innovative FAM Project Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary
Just this past week, Open Hand Atlanta celebrated the one-year anniversary of the opening of Jesse Hill Market… Read more.