Our Mission and Vision:
The mission of the Weber Fridge is to offer fresh and packaged food to any community members who have the need. The Weber Fridge provides a space where community members can place surplus food and/or take donations for their own use. The vision for the Weber Fridge is a community-sustained, frequented space. Community members come and go freely to drop donations or collect food. The Fridge Team, as described below, maintains the security and safety of the fridge for the host location and the community. Host/Fridge Location:
The ideal fridge host location is accessible 24/7 and open to all community members. The fridge itself should be outside and plugged in either to an exterior electrical outlet or via an extension cord. If appropriate, the fridge may also be chained and locked to something (like a wooden shelter), but should never be locked to prevent people from accessing it. The space should be unmonitored. The responsibility of the host is ultimately to offer a space where community members are free to access the fridge to drop off or pick up food. The host is not responsible for fridge maintenance or monitoring fridge use. Fridge Team:
The fridge team is responsible for obtaining and placing the fridge in a host-approved location, fridge maintenance and repair, stocking with donations, and weekly cleanings and inspections. The fridge team will also work with local community members and organizations to maintain the sustainability of the fridge, such as collecting financial or food donations. Finally, the fridge team will also work toward making the fridge as accessible as possible, both physically in location and by raising awareness in appropriate community settings. Importantly, the community fridge and team is not managed by the local government, churches, or other large organizations that may utilize the church to promote their own means.
