STATUS: ACTIVE
SOCIAL: @mind.heart.mouth
WEBSITE:https://www.mindheartmouth.com/
UNIVERSITY: Concordia University
Adress: 7141 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montreal
Contact Info: mind.heart.mouth@gmail.com
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Mind Heart Mouth is a community-driven food initiative centered on care, nourishment, and collective well-being. The name reflects a holistic approach—feeding the mind, heart, and body—through food, connection, and shared space.
The program focuses on creating inclusive, low-barrier environments where students and community members can access food while also engaging in meaningful conversations around wellness, care, and food justice.
It operates within a broader ecosystem of student-led initiatives working toward accessible, community-based food systems.
KEY CHALLENGES:
- Limited funding and reliance on volunteer labor Sustaining consistent programming Balancing food distribution with community programming Capacity constraints within a small team
KEY SUCCESSES:
- Center care and emotional well-being alongside food access Create low-barrier, welcoming spaces for all students Build strong relationships through small, intentional gatherings Integrate food with holistic wellness approaches
SERVICES:
- Free or low-cost meals Community gatherings and safe spaces Wellness-centered programming Opportunities for connection and peer support
TIMELINE
- 2022–2023 – Established as a grassroots initiative focused on food access and community care.
- 2023 – Hosted meals and gatherings centered on wellness and collective nourishment.
- 2024 – Expanded outreach and strengthened connections with campus food groups.
- 2025–2026 – Continued programming, collaborations, and contributions to the campus food network.
GET INVOLVED
- 🍽️ Attend a gathering or meal
Join a welcoming space centered on food and connection
- 🤝 Volunteer
Support food prep, organizing, or outreach
Learn about care-centered food systems and mutual aid
- 💬 Be part of the community
Engage in conversations around food, wellness, and collective care
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