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Picnic Project is a standing invitation.

An invitation to big tables, open arms, hope and abundance - because no one has to be hungry or lonely. We are ensuring our neighbors in Sanford, Florida have access to nutritious food through grocery assistance, cooking classes, food rescue, mobile pantries and community meals.

Find Food, Connect with Resources

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Food for Thought

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Highlights at a Glance 

60K+

pounds of PRODUCE

shared in 2024

84%

of groceries shared considered nutritious

202

NEW households served 2025 YTD

Involvement Opportunities

  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jun 19
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op
    Jun 19, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op, 419 S Park Ave, Sanford, FL 32771, USA
    Join us as we sort food items, pack grocery bags, divvy up produce and enjoy each others company!
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  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jun 20
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op
    Jun 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op, 419 S Park Ave, Sanford, FL 32771, USA
    Our weekly on-site grocery distribution, as well as our community partners providing auxiliary resources like health screenings, toiletries, showers and more.
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  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jun 27
    Location is TBD
    Jun 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Location is TBD
    We'll be bringing the truck out to share groceries, while supplies last.
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  • Fri, Jul 11
    Allen Chapel AME
    Jul 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Allen Chapel AME, 1203 S. Olive Ave., Sanford FL
    Drive-up grocery share. Lots of food! Get there early. While supplies last.
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  • Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 14
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op
    Jul 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Picnic Project @ The Neighborhood Co-Op, 419 S Park Ave, Sanford, FL 32771, USA
    A collaboration with Advent Health - This is an opportunity to enjoy lunch while learning about health and fitness.
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  • Sat, Mar 21
    Sanford Civic Center
    Mar 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Sanford Civic Center, 401 E Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771, USA
    Presented by The Picnic Project, the 4th Annual Taste & Sip of Sanford: Food & Drink Experience features some amazing eats by top chefs and restaurants in the Central Florida area.
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Our Partners

Partnering to build a stronger community

Seminole County Florida Health Department logo
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida logo
The Neighborhood Co-Op logo
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