Appetite for Change

Appetite for Change (AFC) is a community-led social enterprise and public health organization based in Minneapolis that utilizes food as a tool for health, wealth, and social equity. The organization operates a portfolio of urban farms and social ventures, including the Breaking Bread Cafe, which serve as platforms for community-based nutritional interventions and job training. AFC focuses on addressing the social determinants of health by increasing access to fresh produce and providing nutrition education in underserved urban environments. Their model integrates youth leadership development with community organizing to advocate for systemic changes in the local food system. By fostering a 'food as medicine' approach, AFC aims to reduce the prevalence of diet-related chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes.