The campaign to build two new stores

No One Should Have to Wait for Food.

Thousands of families in Middle Tennessee are facing hunger, and we’re out of space to help them. We are launching a $12 million campaign to build two new The Store locations. With your support, we can ensure no neighbor is left behind.

Hunger Is Growing in Middle Tennessee

Too Many Neighbors Are Facing Hunger Alone

In Middle Tennessee, 1 in 7 households worry about their next meal

Families are being forced to choose between food and rent. Veterans, seniors, and children are quietly going hungry. And food insecurity has reached a 10-year high.

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At The Store, we serve with dignity, offering healthy groceries in a welcoming environment where people feel seen, respected, and supported. But we’ve hit our limit.

1,800+ Families Are Still Waiting

They’re Waiting, and We Can’t Let Them Wait Any Longer

We're at capacity with 1,800 families already on our waitlist

Every day, we receive calls, emails, and visits from families asking if we can help.

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But right now, we’re at capacity. Without room to grow, we’re turning away neighbors who urgently need food and hope.

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If we don’t act now, that list will grow, and the hurt and hopelessness will deepen.

The $12 million dollar campaign to build two new Stores

$12 Million to End the Wait

This isn’t just construction, it’s a commitment to our community

We’re raising $5M for Phase 1 (Centennial) and $7M for Phase 2 (North Nashville)

Every dollar builds opportunity:

🛒 $500: Join the Checkout Crew and help fund one of our 6 new checkout lanes. Includes permanent name inscription.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 $1,000: Sponsor a family for a full year of grocery shopping at the new Stores.
📚 $2,500: Help create a joyful space in our children’s area with books and play equipment.

Why People Give

“The Secret to The Store is YOU, and thousands of generous supporters like you. You give your time, your talent, and your treasure and make something magical happen. Your support is ending hunger one person at a time.”

- Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley

"Donating for The Store has been so rewarding. I know that the donation I make each month supports a family to have groceries on their table. And not just any groceries, but groceries that they have choice in."

-Bridget

"I love that there’s an organization in my community like The Store that selflessly serves people battling food insecurity. I’m blessed to support The Store."

-Jordan

"Supporting The Store is deeply meaningful to me and my family. Knowing that a family can gather around the table with healthy food they chose themselves—because of our support—fills us with gratitude."

-Brittney