Feed the culture

Feed the Culture is a non-profit organization established in May 2020 in Brussels to provide free support to professionals in the cultural, creative, and event industries, particularly in response to the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative began when a group of cultural professionals identified a lack of regular, unconditional support for their sector, leading to the establishment of a solidarity grocery store where unsold food is redistributed weekly. The organization operates as a citizen platform, relying on volunteers from various cultural backgrounds, and is dedicated to maintaining independence from political parties and unions. It receives funding through private donations and subsidies. The social grocery store opens every Saturday, offering a range of unsold food items for a small fee, and beneficiaries must register online to participate. In addition to food support, Feed the Culture introduced a mental health program in late 2022, providing psychological support tailored to cultural sector workers. The organization is committed to its mission of solidarity and aims to address the specific needs of professionals in the cultural and creative industries. Feed the Culture is proactive in environmental sustainability, ensuring that surplus food from distributions is either kept for future use or donated to other community organizations. Looking ahead, the organization seeks to expand its offerings, including hygiene products, and continues to call for financial support to sustain its operations and impact.