Lemontree

Lemontree is a free food access platform on a mission to ensure that accessing food assistance is an easy, reliable, and dignified experience for everyone. Founded in June 2020, this tech-enabled nonprofit helps people find nearby food pantries, soup kitchens, and SNAP benefits by pairing human support with technology-powered tools like personalized dashboards and automated reminders.

The platform serves thousands of households daily across eleven regions including Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Columbus, Detroit, New Jersey, New York City, Philadelphia, Tampa, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Since launching, Lemontree has spoken with over 900,000 families and helped unlock more than $7.6 million in savings for families in need. The organization has collected over 58,000 real reviews to help others know what to expect from food resources in their communities.

Lemontree offers free tools available by text, WhatsApp, and web that help people find nearby pantries, get updates, and access personalized support. They partner with food pantries and community organizations to visualize their impact and communicate updates so neighbors know what to expect. The organization is built on the belief that empathy, empowered by technology, can change the world - and every $1 donated can help unlock up to $9 in free groceries for families who need it most.