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FoodRecovery.org

(202) 449-1507
Hours:

24/7

FoodRecovery.Org connects businesses with surplus food to organizations and communities in need through its online platform, thereby diverting edible food away from landfills at no charge to platform users. Maintains the most up-to-date directory of all known food banks and food pantries in the U.S. to help match excess food to food recovery organizations. May be able to provide transportation of donations 40 lbs or more, including if palletized (will unload).

Contact: Ellen Schoenberg, Project Manager, Ellen@foodrecovery.org

Verified SB 1383 Food Recovery Organization for businesses & institutionsWhat is this?

Accepted foods: Baked Goods, Bulk foods, Cold prepared foods, Fresh produce, Fresh/Frozen grocery requiring refrigeration or freezing, Hot prepared foods, Meat, Milk & Dairy, Shelf-stable/Non-perishable foods

Service areas: Countywide

Item Notes Method Destination
Food for Donation Accepted Food: Fresh produce; Shelf-stable/Non-perishable foods; Fresh/Frozen grocery requiring refrigeration or freezing; Baked Goods; Meat; Milk & Dairy; Cold prepared foods; Hot prepared foods; Bulk foods
  • Free Drop-off
  • Free Pick-up
  • Free Mail-in
  • Reuse
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