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While I Was Sleeping

Not just another pay-it-forward story

While dear old dad was busy using his chainsaw on my latest prescription (thanks dad) I sat on the edge of the couch trying to catch my breath, literally, when I overheard a snippet of the morning news.

757 Community Fridges

757 Community Fridges was started by Dre Walker, MX, and Indigo and is set up outside the Mea Culpa Cafe on Colonial Avenue.

“This is our community fridge. It’s inspired by the idea of take what you want, leave what you don’t. It’s our way of giving back to the community you live in,” they said.

The trio says they were inspired by Mutual Aid as well as community fridges located in Richmond. ~ Wavy.com

It’s a take what you want, leave what you don’t, donate what you can philosophy that seems to be, so far, working well in this Richmond, Virginia community.

The fridge is stocked with everything for anyone for the taking. The makeshift pantry next door includes everything from fresh meats, cheese, drinks, and more.

“There is no policing on the fridge. No one can tell you how much you can and can’t take,” said MX.

Then sings my soul…

Check out their Instagram page at @757communityfridges.

Their cash app is $757CommunityFridges.

Or you can donate to their GoFundMe page here.