Vivery:
Life as it should be
The Vivery technology built by Thierer Family Foundation digitizes access to food for everyone. Our network of food banks and pantries use our centralized find food map and modern digital tools to provide up-to-date information online, so neighbors can effortlessly access the right food, programs and services nearby.
Viv•er•y /viv(ə)rē verb: from the Latin word ‘vive’ and means to thrive and live well.
This name reinforces our strong commitment to democratizing access to food for everyone.
Our Story
We envision a world where technology eliminates barriers and equalizes access
It all began when entrepreneurs, Nasrin and Mark Thierer, pooled their technology and healthcare experience and success and founded Thierer Family Foundation with a mission to help nonprofits be more impactful through technology.
After years of building technology for food banks and pantries, Thierer Family Foundation created Vivery in collaboration with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to address the very complex and nuanced challenges of the food assistance ecosystem at scale. Vivery is a non-for-profit organization focused on building, enhancing and managing Vivery technology.
In 2021, Vivery was officially launched to bridge the digital gap and equalize access to nutritious food and other food services, for everyone. Vivery received a coveted Chicago Innovation Award for one of the most innovative new tech solutions brought to market in 2022.
Vivery Community, a public charity, fundraises to bring Vivery technology and programs to every food bank and pantry at no cost, and partners with local providers to extend food access in our communities.
WHO WE SERVE
Our solutions complement food resources by taking care of the tech so they can focus on their mission.
Food Banks
Get centralized powerful search tools and valuable insights to help fill gaps, boost programs, and provide added support to pantries.
Food Pantries
Get a fully funded and supported online presence and digital tools to keep information accurate and communicate more directly with clients.
Neighbors
Use a modern app to find and access food and services nearby that match household, dietary and scheduling needs.
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Bringing Vivery to every food bank, coast to coast
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OUR LEADERSHIP
Our team of technology and food insecurity experts place high value on simplicity and clarity by designing solutions that address diverse needs and deliver modern effectiveness.
Nasrin Thierer
Board President & Founder
Michael Januszewski
Chief Technology Officer
Fleming Au
Head of Product
Hadeel Alkhawaja
Senior UX/UI Designer
Jacob Leppek
Data and Analytics
Tori Posa
Health Initiatives