Everybody's Kitchen tries to minimize their impact on the immediate area where they visit. In Atlanta they were given water from a neighbor. Bathroom needs were taken care of through facilities in local parks and nearby neighbors, never outdoors. Initially Everybody's Kitchen workers slept in their vans while in Atlanta and later moved into the homes of warmhearted souls in Lake Claire. The volunteers are all young adults who are able to give up just about everything for the project.
Space is limited so material items are minimal.
All moneys earned by individuals are pooled for the good of the project. The current volunteers come from cities across the United States, such as Detroit, Michigan, and Fort Collins, Colorado. They are not castaways from families, but keep in touch regularly with their families. The current group of workers has been together for close to two years. People do come and go from the group, but transition is slow.