WELCOME Together We Are Better
Welcome to Choosing Self Inc., a dedicated nonprofit organization based in the Bronx. We are committed to fighting hunger, food insecurity and homelessness with compassion and community-driven service. Our mission is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves dignity, nourishment, and hope. Through initiatives like community meal services and fresh food distributions, we aim to meet immediate needs and foster empowerment, creating a Bronx community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat."
— Matthew 25:35
OUR MISSION
To nourish, empower, and uplift individuals and families facing hunger and homelessness by providing food, support, and hope while building a stronger, healthier Bronx community
our Programs & Services
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OUR Hearts at the Table
Hearts at the Table provides free, nutritious meals every Saturday at 3:00 PM at 148th Street & Willis Avenue in the Bronx. More than a meal, it’s a place of community, dignity, and connection—where everyone is welcome and everyone has a seat at the table
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OUR Hearts at Home
Hearts at Home delivers nutritious food directly into the hands of Bronx families, providing pantry packages up to four times each month. By ensuring consistent access to healthy food, the program fights food insecurity, strengthens households, and helps build a healthier, more resilient community
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Fresh from the Heart provides Bronx families with free, fresh fruits and vegetables each month, increasing access to nutritious food and supporting healthier communities. By delivering consistent, high-quality produce, we help reduce food insecurity while promoting wellness, dignity, and hope
Our Fresh from the Heart
OUR IMPACT
39 Donations Received
2,077 Pounds of Food Rescued
11,731 Meals Served
4,839 Pounds of Carbon Emissions Prevented
200+ Community Members Served PER WEEK
