Building a more food-secure Philadelphia — together.
The Philadelphia Food Summit brings together residents, community organizations, advocates, and policymakers to address food insecurity and strengthen Philadelphia's food system.
More than an annual event, the Summit is an ongoing movement for collaboration, community-driven action, and shared learning. By connecting people, ideas, and resources, we're working to turn conversations into meaningful, lasting change.
What We Face: 210,000 Hungry Philadelphians
From Convening to Community Action
The Philadelphia Food Summit brings people, perspectives, and resources together to address food insecurity. Here's a look at the connections we made at the 2026 Summit, the ideas we've shared, and the work we're carrying forward.
2026 Summit Impact
275
Attendees at the 2026 Philadelphia Food Summit
Organizations and community groups represented
161
Of survey respondents made new connections or partnerships
69%
Of survey respondents willing to help organize a neighborhood Summit
43%
Source: 2026 Philadelphia Food Summit Report, Appendix A. Survey metrics reflect 131 responses, not all attendees.
The Work Continues
The conversations sparked at the 2026 Philadelphia Food Summit are helping shape what comes next.
From emerging neighborhood initiatives in West Philadelphia to new collaborations across the city, we're working alongside community members and partners to put shared priorities into action.
Whether you're a resident, community leader, organization, or advocate, there's a place for you in the work ahead.