The EPA estimates that at least 35 percent of all food grown or produced
in America goes into the landfill untouched.
Our food rescue partners are committed to reducing
food waste and hunger in our community.
Last year, we rescued 367,826 pounds of food from our partners
and used it to send out 142,979 meals
as well as snacks, fruit, beverages, pantry items and more.
in America goes into the landfill untouched.
Our food rescue partners are committed to reducing
food waste and hunger in our community.
Last year, we rescued 367,826 pounds of food from our partners
and used it to send out 142,979 meals
as well as snacks, fruit, beverages, pantry items and more.
Of the 1.05 million tons of surplus food produced in Kentucky annually, over half of it goes directly to the landfill. We could make almost 100,000,000 meals with that food every year.
Source: ReFed Insights Engine and Feeding Kentucky.
Below are just a few of our committed local food producers who help keep perfectly edible food out of landfills.
Farms
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Local Restaurants & Caterers
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Local Groceries and distributers
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Non-Profits
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Retailers
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Food Services and Corporate Cafeterias
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Interested in being a food donor?
If you're interested in becoming a regular donation partner, please reach out to [email protected].