Shop & Seek
A community grocery scavenger hunt designed to make food access joyful, dignified, and engaging.
About Five Fifths
Five Fifths is a community-centered nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting gamers, content creators, and digital creatives through access, education, and inclusive community programming. We believe gaming and content creation are powerful tools for connection, skill-building, and economic opportunity, especially for individuals who may feel excluded from traditional creative or professional spaces.
Our work focuses on creating safe, structured environments where gamers and creators can learn, collaborate, and grow. Through community events, creative programming, and resource-based initiatives, we aim to meet immediate needs while building pathways toward long-term opportunity and innovation.
What Is Shop & Seek?
At Five Fifths, we believe community care can be creative, joyful, and empowering. Shop & Seek was created to reimagine food access as a shared experience – one that centers dignity, collaboration, and curiosity rather than scarcity. This event is a guided, team-based grocery scavenger hunt hosted inside a local grocery store. Participants work together to solve riddles, locate grocery items, and earn essential food to keep along the way. The experience is designed to be fun, respectful, and community-centered.
How The Event Works
1. Participants are placed into small groups with a volunteer guide.
2. Each group solves a series of riddles together.
3. One group member retrieves the correct grocery item per riddle.
4. Items are gathered, checked, and fairly distributed.
5. Groups complete the experience and receive a small surprise at the end.
Who This Event Is For
Through programs that blend play, learning, and support, we at Five Fifths, aim to create experiences that strengthen individuals and communities alike. Shop & Seek is designed for individuals and families who enjoy collaborative activities and are comfortable participating in a small group setting. Participants should be able to follow instructions, move respectfully through the store, and engage in a shared experience.
What Participants Receive
Guaranteed Items
All participants receive a core bundle of essential groceries, including pantry staples, fresh produce, and protein items.
Additional Items
Additional pantry and household items may be available while supplies last and are distributed fairly with volunteer oversight.
Free Raffle Entry
Participants who complete the Shop & Seek experience will receive one free raffle entry for a surprise item.
Event Rules & Expectations
1. Group Settings
For safety and fairness, participants must stay with their assigned group and volunteer guide. Group collaboration is required to move forward in the hunt.
2. Limited Phone Use
Phone use will be limited during gameplay to ensure fairness and equal participation, allowing all group members to engage fully in the experience.
3. Overseer Decisions Are Final
All instructions and decisions made by the event host and volunteer overseers are final and must be followed to ensure safety, fairness, and a positive experience for all participants.
4. Respect The Hosts & Event Space
No running or disruptive behavior is permitted inside the store. Store staff, volunteers, and other shoppers must be respected at all times. Violations of this policy may result in forfeiture of participation and ineligibility for future Five Fifths events.
Selection Process
Due to limited capacity, participation in Shop & Seek is determined through a random selection process from eligible sign-ups. Selected participants will be contacted directly and asked to confirm their availability. A waitlist will be maintained if additional spots become available.
Please note that following our Instagram page is required to be considered for participation and to receive event updates.
Last day for submission is February 16, 2026!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is This Free?
Yes. Shop & Seek is completely free for selected participants. There is no cost to participate in the event or receive groceries.
Do I Need To Bring Anything?
No. All materials needed for the activity will be provided. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking through the store.
Will I Be Shopping On My Own?
No. Participants will be placed into small groups and guided by a volunteer overseer throughout the experience. All activities are structured and supervised.
Can Children Participate?
Yes. Shop & Seek is family-friendly so children can attend and must remain with their assigned group and be supervised by an adult at all times. However, they will not be counted as a player. If your child becomes disruptive, you will be asked to exit the event.
What If I’m Not Selected?
Due to limited capacity, not everyone who signs up will be selected. If you are not selected for this event, you may be placed on a waitlist and considered for future community events.
How Are Groceries Distributed Fairly?
Each household receives a guaranteed bundle of essential groceries. Additional pantry and household items may be available while supplies last and are distributed evenly with volunteer oversight.
What Happens If I Arrive Late Or Cannot Attend?
If you are selected and can no longer attend, please notify us as soon as possible so we can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist. No-call, no-show participants will not be considered for future events.
Why Does Shop & Seek Use Riddles And Group Activities?
Shop & Seek was designed to turn food access into a collaborative, engaging experience. The riddles encourage teamwork, curiosity, and participation while keeping the event structured and enjoyable.