Breadcoin

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Breadcoin
A pile of Breadcoins with side light making the coin markings stand out in sharp relief.
Breadcoin 2016
Unit
SymbolBC
Demographics
Date of introduction2016[1]
Issuance
Central bankBreadcoin Foundation
 Websitebreadcoin.org
Valuation
Pegged withUnited States dollar
Value$2.20
Pegged byBreadcoin Foundation

Breadcoin is a community food token created in 2016 to help address the food needs of disadvantaged populations.[2]

The token is issued by the Breadcoin Foundation Ltd, a 501(c)3 nonprofit registered in Washington DC. Over 150[3][4] food vendors in Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Florida[5] accept the currency. Local nonprofits distribute breadcoins[6] to those with food-insecurity.[7] Recipients can then use the tokens to purchase food at any of the vendors, increasing their food options and helping them retain their dignity.[8] Breadcoin Foundation sells the coins for $2.50 each, and pays vendors $2.20 in cash for the tokens, using the $0.30 per token to support the operations of the non-profit.[2]

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