Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Food Solutions

Join us in bridging food accessibility gaps and rejuvenating our community's spirit and health.

Empowering Communities Through Food Access

At Bay Soul, we tackle Oakland's food desert crisis, fostering sustainable urban agriculture and supporting local culinary talent to enhance food accessibility and rejuvenate community fabric through education and engagement.

A colorfully painted kiosk labeled as a community fridge is situated outdoors. The structure is adorned with vibrant illustrations of vegetables such as corn, peppers, and peas. It has a welcoming message, inviting people to 'Take what you need, leave what you can.' The kiosk is positioned in front of a brick building, and there are bicycles parked nearby. Additionally, a hanging basket of flowers and a wooden bench are present in the vicinity.

A colorfully painted kiosk labeled as a community fridge is situated outdoors. The structure is adorned with vibrant illustrations of vegetables such as corn, peppers, and peas. It has a welcoming message, inviting people to 'Take what you need, leave what you can.' The kiosk is positioned in front of a brick building, and there are bicycles parked nearby. Additionally, a hanging basket of flowers and a wooden bench are present in the vicinity.

Our Mission

Join Our Journey

As a QTBIPOC led organization, we believe in bridging gaps, advocating for policy changes, and creating partnerships that uplift communities, ensuring everyone has access to healthy food and opportunities for economic growth.

Empowering Community Through Food

We bridge food accessibility gaps and rejuvenate communities through sustainable urban agriculture and education.

man in red sweater watering dandelion greens at a community garden

man in red sweater watering dandelion greens at a community garden

Community Engagement Programs

Fostering local talent and collaboration for a thriving community ecosystem.

Urban Agriculture Initiatives

Promoting sustainable practices to enhance food security and community health.

Property Development Projects

Acquiring and developing properties to support local businesses and enhance community resources.

Community Resilience

Empowering local talent and fostering sustainable urban agriculture initiatives.

A group of people are standing in line outdoors, receiving food from large pots. Several individuals are holding plates filled with rice while others are serving a yellow curry-like dish. The setting appears to be a casual gathering in a field with trees and buildings in the background.

A group of people are standing in line outdoors, receiving food from large pots. Several individuals are holding plates filled with rice while others are serving a yellow curry-like dish. The setting appears to be a casual gathering in a field with trees and buildings in the background.

A black plastic bin is placed on a table with a yellow sign that reads 'Thank you for your generous donation.' In front of it, a large wooden sign with red lettering announces a 'Drive-By Food Drive' with hearts on either side. The setup is outdoors on a grassy area with a sidewalk and part of a residential driveway visible.

A black plastic bin is placed on a table with a yellow sign that reads 'Thank you for your generous donation.' In front of it, a large wooden sign with red lettering announces a 'Drive-By Food Drive' with hearts on either side. The setup is outdoors on a grassy area with a sidewalk and part of a residential driveway visible.

man in black t-shirt holding a can of tomato soup

man in black t-shirt holding a can of tomato soup

Plastic containers filled with assorted food items, including rice, vegetables, and breaded fried pieces wrapped in foil. The arrangement appears to be a collection of neatly organized meals ready for distribution or consumption.

Plastic containers filled with assorted food items, including rice, vegetables, and breaded fried pieces wrapped in foil. The arrangement appears to be a collection of neatly organized meals ready for distribution or consumption.

Connect with Bay Soul Today

Reach out to us for collaboration, community engagement opportunities, volunteering or anything you'd like to share with us!

Several people wearing masks and gloves are involved in what appears to be a food distribution event. They are handling and packing food items in bags. A large box labeled 'California Strawberries' is in the foreground.

Several people wearing masks and gloves are involved in what appears to be a food distribution event. They are handling and packing food items in bags. A large box labeled 'California Strawberries' is in the foreground.