Change the food
access narrative
The YAMS App turns everyday grocery receipts into community data that drives food justice.
Improve the food system
— one receipt at a time
Just shop, scan, and share. Use the YAMS (Yielding Access to Market Solutions) app to contribute to vital research that strengthens local grocery co-ops and food justice organizations. Your participation helps increase food access and drives community-led solutions.
Purpose
Utilize grocery data as a powerful food justice tool
The YAMS app helps collect and understand grocery shopping data from local stores. By tracking what people buy, we can highlight food access issues, support Black cooperative models, and help communities push for better food policies and control over their food choices.
Mission
Accurately portray community food stories
Our mission is to give communities the tools to better understand their grocery spending through an easy-to-use mobile app. By sharing this data, users help paint a clearer picture of how we eat and shop. We aim to uplift Black voices, support food sovereignty, and work together to improve our local and national food systems.
Vision
Assemble a self-determined future
We imagine a future where Black communities thrive, are supported, and have equitable access to food and resources. YAMS app helps make this possible by collecting purchase information to help researchers understand community food buying habits, advocate for better access to nutritious, affordable food, and encourage community-led food systems.
Secure, community-driven market research
Your privacy matters to us. We do not collect personal identifiers such as names or payment details, and your data will never be sold, misused, or shared for commercial purposes. All information is securely stored and used strictly for research and community advocacy.