The organizers behind the Free Fridge in Medlock Park announced Tuesday evening that the fridge will close as of Aug. 31.
It is the last Free Fridge in Atlanta. The Free Fridge project began in 2020 and once had six locations, including in East Atlanta and Clarkston. Those locations closed in 2022. The concept behind the fridge was making food accessible 24 hours a day to people who needed it without the need to work through red tape or bureaucracy. The fridge in Medlock Park, located at North Decatur Presbyterian, endured through 2024 thanks to the aid and support of volunteers.
“With a heavy heart, we announce that ATLFreeFridge will be closing its doors on Saturday, August 31, 2024,” the Free Fridge organizers announced in an Instagram post. “We deeply appreciate the incredible individuals and businesses that supported us. Your contributions made a significant impact in fighting food insecurity and spreading kindness.”
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