You cannot travel to a single city in the US without finding a bake sale. They are held by churches, schools and charity groups- they are all unregulated and the food inspectors do not monitor these events. Potlucks are held at churches and other social events- many held outdoors on public property, and unregulated. I’ve seen people serve food at concerts (phish and dead shows)- with not a single inspector in sight to issue violations against food that was cooked on top of someone’s automobile engine as they drove in for the show.

I have never understood why there were so many limitations placed on those who are attempting to help others in need, yet none are placed on those private groups seeking to make a profit on food to benefit an organization. There is no difference between serving food to the homeless in a public venue and a church bake sale- other than the transfer of money.