Neighbors helping neighbors, one cart at a time.
At Find a Grocery Buddy, we believe that no one should go hungry just because of a gap in benefits, a missed paycheck, or a temporary hardship.
Our platform connects donors with verified families in need — and we take care of everything from checkout to delivery.
It’s a simple, transparent way to turn generosity into groceries.
Our Mission
We exist to remove barriers between people who need help and those who want to give it.
Our team verifies every recipient, processes every donation securely through PayPal, and places every Instacart order directly on behalf of the donor.
That means:
- Safe and secure processing of every contribution
- No personal contact between donors and recipients
- No uncertainty about where the money goes
Every dollar turns into real groceries for a verified household — delivered safely and privately.
How It Started
When benefits were delayed and food costs soared, founders Nina Quincy and Brent Friar saw a growing number of people struggling with basic needs.
They realized many people wanted to help but didn’t know how to do it securely or directly.
By combining Nina’s experience in leadership and hospitality with Brent’s expertise in technology and digital systems, they built a platform that turns small acts of kindness into tangible, trackable impact.
Meet the founders
Nina Quincy
President, Rex Hospitality Group | Houston, TX
With over two decades of experience leading restaurant groups and hospitality teams, Nina understands what it means to care for people.
As President of Rex Hospitality, she oversees multiple venues and teams while driving innovation and mentorship across the industry.
At Find a Grocery Buddy, she brings the same passion for people ensuring the platform operates with empathy, integrity, and accountability.
“At its core, this project is hospitality in its purest form — taking care of people when they need it most.”
“Technology should empower people — especially when it helps them help each other.”
Brent Friar
Owner, BNR Digital Agency | Huntersville, NC
Brent is a technologist, strategist, and long-time advocate for small business and community-driven innovation.
Through BNR Digital Agency, he has spent nearly two decades designing websites, managing secure digital systems, and developing online platforms that connect people and purpose.
He built Find a Grocery Buddy to make generosity frictionless — using automation, PayPal integration, and verified fulfillment to ensure total transparency.
What Makes Us Different
- Verified Recipients: Every application is manually reviewed.
- Secure Payments: All transactions go through PayPal for safety and accountability.
- Private & Respectful: Recipient information is never shared publicly.
- Proven Impact: Redacted receipts and delivery screenshots confirm every order.
We’re not a charity or a crowdfunding site — we’re a community tool that turns kindness into direct action.
Our Vision
We’re building a network of compassionate people who believe that small, local actions can make a national impact.
One grocery order may not solve hunger, but it can make this week easier for someone who’s struggling.
When neighbors look out for each other, everyone eats.
