Member stories · Partner perspectives · Evidence
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Read Member StoriesWhat members say.
The moments members remember are often the most human ones: trying something new, opening a full refrigerator, or seeing the same thoughtful delivery driver each week.
“I never made an eggplant in my life, but I followed the recipe and loved it!”
“I was so happy with my bag. It brought me to tears.”
“Because I don’t qualify for SNAP, this program really helps. One month is not long enough!”
“FareRx is a blessing; perfect food for a healthy diet. The food and recipes are so crucial for me — a 72-year-old paraplegic trying to live independently.”
“Because of the groceries you provided, I tried Vegetarian Split Pea Soup and Hummus — and I really like them.”
“I had no food in my fridge until I received that yellow bag.”
“Moses is above a 10! He is the kindest, most generous, friendly, and amazing person!”
“The food was amazing. So surprised at how fresh everything was, how everything was labeled and informative.”
“Delivery day was the best day of the week. I loved receiving all of the groceries.”
“I am so very thankful and grateful. You introduced me to a few items that I never had before.”
“This was one of the best things that happened to me all year.”
“You will never know how much I appreciated having a wholesome meal that I normally could not buy.”
“It felt like Christmas, waiting for a surprise.”
“The food deliverer, Paulo, was very nice. I feel so grateful to receive this food. It is truly a blessing.”
“This program is wonderful. It was the best part of my week.”
“It was truly a blessing to get fresh healthy food instead of processed cans.”
“You saved me money on my groceries.”
“This program really helped… Having healthy food delivered is such a treat.”
Individual experiences vary. Quotes are shared from FareRx member feedback and have been de-identified for privacy.
“Through our partnership with FareRx, our Community Health Workers are turning health education into real-life action across the City of Philadelphia. By combining trusted relationships, culturally responsive health education initiatives like DECIDE, and access to nutritious food through FareRx, we are helping residents better manage chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes. When food is medicine and community is the foundation, real change happens. And we’re just getting started. We’re expanding our reach, deepening our impact, and building healthier futures… together. Because when we invest in people, we don’t just change habits — we change lives and strengthen communities.”
Sheila Jones
Community Health Worker Supervisor
Office of Community Empowerment & Opportunity, City of Philadelphia
What members are telling us.
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