The Atlanta Braves are kicking off the 2026 season with a meaningful community initiative, launching the first Braves Home Plate Project presented by Chick-fil-A of the year. This ongoing program, led by the Atlanta Braves Foundation, continues its mission to combat food insecurity and promote food sovereignty throughout Braves Country.

In partnership with Chick-fil-A, Columbia Drive United Methodist Church, Urban Recipe, and Concrete Jungle, the Braves hosted a community food distribution event at Columbia Drive United Methodist Church, located at 2067 Columbia Drive in Decatur, DeKalb County.

Braves Launch Food Initiative in Metro Atlanta

The event provided essential resources to 300 households, offering a variety of quality food items completely free of charge and open to all neighbors in need.

Families received:

  • Fresh produce sourced from local farms
  • Boxes of frozen food and protein
  • Hot Chick-fil-A chicken sandwiches and chips

The distribution reflects the collaborative spirit of the Home Plate Project, which brings together local organizations, volunteers, and corporate partners to address hunger in Metro Atlanta’s diverse communities.

A Legacy of Support Since 2020

The Braves Home Plate Project first launched in April 2020 in response to heightened food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic, initially partnering with Braves concessionaire Delaware North. Since then, it has grown into a staple community effort.

In 2025 alone, the program—presented by Chick-fil-A and supported by dedicated community partners—distributed more than 80,000 pounds of food resources across eight events, reaching an estimated 2,189 households in need.

Braves front office staff, gameday personnel, and volunteers regularly participate in these distributions, helping deliver not just food but also a sense of community support.

As the 2026 baseball season gets underway, the Atlanta Braves remain committed to stepping up beyond the diamond.

Initiatives like the Home Plate Project demonstrate how the organization is working to make a lasting impact on families facing food challenges across Metro Atlanta.

Neighbors interested in future distributions or ways to get involved can visit the Atlanta Braves community page at mlb.com/braves/community for updates.

The Braves Foundation encourages all eligible residents to take advantage of these no-cost resources whenever available. Together, we’re building a stronger, more nourished Braves Country—one plate at a time.