Joyful Food Markets

Our choice-based Joyful Food Markets are held monthly at elementary schools across Wards 7 and 8. School families can shop for fresh produce and pantry staples at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Joyful Food Markets turn school cafeterias and gymnasiums into lively spaces, with music, dancing, and colorful tables full of fresh produce and healthy non-perishables.

Joyful Food Market Benefits

Our Joyful Food Markets (JFM) markets are held monthly at participating schools and community centers across Wards 7 and 8.

Fresh, Healthy Food

Our markets are stocked with high-quality fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples to help you prepare nutritious meals at home.

No Cost to You

Families who visit Joyful Food Markets save money on groceries, allowing them to budget for rent, utilities, childcare, and other essentials

You Choose What You Need

Families can choose the items that work best for them—just like at a grocery store!

Easy to Access

With locations across Wards 7 and 8, Joyful Food Markets make it easy for families to access fresh food close to home.

Joyful Food Markets By The Numbers

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Find aJoyful Food Market

We're proud to partner with schools in wards 7 and 8.

Locations Vary Across Wards 7 & 8

Reach out to your child's school to see if they have a Joyful Food Market.

Open Hours

Hours vary based upon school schedule.

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Joyful Food Markets At a Glance

What People Are Saying

It's the healthiest option! Bless all the other organizations committed to making food accessible, but Martha’s Table is at no cost and fresh. That’s something special. Kalik B. - JFM School Partner

These fruits and veggies make us strong. So yeah, this is important. People are funny here, so it’s nice. Youth JFM Summer Market Guest

Are you kidding me!? Y’all are supporting the neighborhood. Honey I’ve been coming to these markets since they started. That fresh taste is hard to come by.” Marvin - JFM Summer Market Guest

I love that the food here doesn’t cost anything! I believe we all need to care for each other. Peter - JFM Volunteer

Ways ToGet Involved

Shop

Students and families at our partner schools are welcome to shop our choice-based markets at no-cost. Fresh produce and pantry items on a first-come, first-served basis.