Our Impact

Discover the ripple effect of every shopping visit, every donation, and every volunteer hour at The Store.

Voices of our customers:

Improving Health

“My health and heart numbers have greatly improved since I have been able to get fresh vegetables that I otherwise could not afford.”

Lifting up Dignity

“It’s so empowering to have a choice in what we put on the table.”

Practicing Hospitality

“It has been a blessing each time I come here, and I’m treated with kindness by each volunteer. “

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Building Community

“I have so enjoyed seeing and talking to everyone when I shop here. It helps out a whole lot!”

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Our Mission in Action

At The Store, our mission goes beyond providing free groceries; it’s about instilling hope, fostering dignity, and nourishing our community with love and healthy food. Founded by Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley, we’ve created a haven where individuals and families can find support and respect along with nutritious meals.

Key Impact Metrics:

Families Served

Empowering over 400 households each year with the freedom of choice and the warmth of community.

Meals Provided

Providing more than 150,000 wholesome meals to tables across Middle Tennessee each year.

Volunteers

Fueled by the passion and dedication of over a thousand volunteers, contribute over 15,000 volunteer hours each year.

Key Outcomes:

99%

of regular shoppers choose fresh produce when they shop

100%

of regular shoppers select food and non-food items that wouldn’t be available at a traditional food bank, such as refrigerated goods, frozen goods, household items, and fresh fruits and vegetables

82%

of regular shoppers choose items at the store that meet unique cultural or dietary preferences