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FOOD RESCUE US 2023 IMPACT REPORT
We are pleased to share our 2023 Impact Report, highlighting the accomplishments of the Food Rescue US community. We welcomed new sites, volunteers, food donors, receiving agencies, and supporters across the US. Together, we rescued 38+ million pounds of food, providing over 32 million meals to the food insecure. We are grateful for the commitment and…
Read MoreFood Recovery: A Powerful Solution Combating Food Waste and Food Insecurity
In a country where millions go hungry every day and vast amounts of food are needlessly discarded, food recovery presents a pragmatic and compassionate solution. Yet, amidst the discussion surrounding food waste and food insecurity, the potential of food recovery remains largely unknown to much of the US, and therein lies a powerful opportunity. Download…
Read MoreCELEBRATE FOOD RESCUE US 2024
Food Rescue US will host its annual benefit on May 8th in Stamford, CT, to celebrate the invaluable work of food recovery, the agencies we serve, and those leading the charge. During the event, we will honor two distinguished individuals who are making a difference in the fight against food insecurity and food waste. Learn…
Read MoreNew “Share Table” Initiative Launches in Miami Schools
In an exciting partnership with the Miami-Dade public school system, Food Rescue US – South Florida is bringing a simple yet impactful initiative to four elementary schools. The Share Table initiative is our latest effort to tackle food waste and hunger, focusing on where it matters most: our schools. The main objective is to educate…
Read MoreShare Your Food Rescue Stories!
Calling all Food Rescue US volunteers! We know that people like you are the driving force behind the Food Rescue US mission. To celebrate and showcase our incredible volunteers, we want to turn the spotlight on all of you! Share your story: We are inviting our volunteers to share their inspirations, insights, and experiences through…
Read MoreSTACEY SMITH ON NORTH HAVEN COMMUNITY TELEVISION
Stacey Smith, the Site Director of Food Rescue US – Northwest CT, was recently interviewed about food recovery in Northwest CT. She discusses who is affected most by food insecurity and the best way to get food to those in need. Thank you so much to North Haven Community Television for having her on the…
Read MoreVolunteer Sets Record With 1,000 Rescues
This summer, Oliver Kaufman of Stamford, Connecticut, set a new record for Food Rescue US volunteers – 1,000 rescues! We reached out to Oliver to hear more about his years of rescuing food and the insights he has gleaned in the process. Q: Congratulations on 1,000 rescues! How long have you been a volunteer with…
Read MoreFOOD AS MEDICINE: LOCAL BITES – JULY 2023
With our Connecticut farmers market season heating up, we wanted to shine the spotlight on some incredible local fresh produce available in Bridgeport. Gina Smith, the Manager of Community Health Improvement for Bridgeport Hospital, is an active participant in the Health Improvement Alliance (HIA) and is thrilled to collaborate with Food Rescue US. HIA was…
Read MoreMeet Our Youngest Site Directors
This month we are highlighting the work of two young leaders in our Food Rescue US network – both of whom were still in high school when they got their start.
Read MoreAnnouncing Becca Nell as the New Corporate Dining Coordinator at Food Rescue US – Fairfield County
Food Rescue US – Fairfield County is excited to announce that Becca Nell, a long-time volunteer food rescuer and dedicated supporter of our work, will expand her volunteer role from rescuer to Corporate Dining Coordinator. Becca has 25 years of experience in the corporate real estate industry, where she worked in real estate project management…
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