Jennifer Good’s Post

Do You Ever Think About What Happens to Leftover Food After Events? 🍽️ It's a question that often doesn't cross our minds. At ETHOS Event Collective, it's something that matters deeply to us, especially when we consider the pressing issue of food insecurity in our communities. Did you know that California Senate Bill 1383, which recently expanded on Jan. 1, now requires more businesses and events to donate excess food to food recovery organizations? This is a significant step forward in addressing food insecurity and ensuring that surplus food serves a meaningful purpose. As a destination management company rooted in California, we wholeheartedly support this initiative. We believe that redirecting surplus food to those in need not only reduces waste but also contributes to alleviating hunger and supporting food security initiatives in our local communities. What are your thoughts on this new law? Do you see it as a solution to the problem of food waste and food insecurity? We'd love to hear your insights and ideas on how businesses and events can further support food recovery efforts and make a positive impact in our communities. Learn more about the bill here https://bit.ly/3VwfHSU #foodrecovery #californiaSB1383 #communityimpact #eventindustry #destinationmanagement #foodinsecurity

Customer Spotlight: Athens Food Rescue is fighting hunger by reducing food waste. They collect excess or slightly blemished food at or before expiration from donors and redistribute it to local food pantries and kitchens. Here’s how to get involved: 

As we wrap up Earth Month, take a moment to think about what happens to fresh, healthy food that doesn't get eaten following an event or other gathering. If you’re in Omaha and choosing where to eat this weekend or where to host an upcoming event, opt for a restaurant or food vendor that supports the work of Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue. Here’s why perishable food rescue is important: 🥦 Wasted Food: In the U.S, more than 30% of food available goes unsold or uneaten. While a very small portion of this is donated to those in need, the vast majority becomes “wasted food,” going straight to the landfill. 🥕 Food Insecurity: Food insecurity is about more than experiencing hunger. People often lack access to healthy foods, such as produce, meat, fresh milk and eggs – the exact types of food that make up most of the wasted food. 🌎 The Environment: Wasted food is bad for our environment. Not only is wasted food a drain on natural and economic resources, wasted food in the landfill creates harmful greenhouse gases adding to global climate change. I’m so proud to serve on the board of Saving Grace, Omaha’s only dedicated perishable food rescue service in our community that connects local food vendors to organizations that serve people in Omaha experiencing food insecurity. Check out the full list of our food vendor partners here: https://lnkd.in/g3R3wec8 Shout out to the awesome staff and my fellow board members for their dedication to the cause! Lenli Corbett Lonnie Michael Jr. Rita Clark Beth Ostdiek Smith Thomas Hall Andrew H. Wong Jack Holmes, CFA Anna Cramer Nathan Browne Ada W. Robert Kaminski, MBA, PMP

When I talk to people about the impact of Food Forward, it can be hard to capture the scale of our work and the impact that one person can have. In one day, Food Forward distributes enough produce to meet the daily recommended servings of fruits and vegetables for more than 270,000 people. This impact is made possible along with our 250+ hunger relief partners across Southern California and seven additional states. Researchers at USC estimate that: • 30% of households in Los Angeles County are experiencing food insecurity. • 1 in 5 people across California and 1 in 8 households nationwide are experiencing food insecurity. • One-third of all food produced in the U.S. goes to waste, creating greenhouse gases that worsen climate change. Food Forward has become a lynchpin in the regional fight against hunger in ways none of us could have imagined. Our efficiency is incredible: it costs Food Forward just $0.07 in operational costs to recover and distribute one pound of produce. In other words, every dollar you give allows us to share 80 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables. All of our scale, expertise, and efficiency results in the most important element of this work: each person receives fresh fruits and vegetables that they otherwise wouldn’t have access to or couldn’t afford. The uniqueness of all we treasure here in Los Angeles, Ventura, and throughout Southern California—the abundant fruit trees in our neighborhoods, the diverse cultures, and our geography as an essential hub in the national food system—have fueled Food Forward’s growth and impact over the past 15 years. Thank you for being part of this mission, now and in the year ahead. Donate now in honor of our 15th year and all that we can and will do together. https://lnkd.in/g4NVet3d

#FoodForThought: Addressing institutional #FoodWaste is a significant challenge...but it is doable! While the Good Samaritan Act offers federal liability protection for surplus food donations, California stands out as the first state to mandate this practice. This pioneering approach makes California's program a crucial statewide experiment that could shape how other regions tackle food waste across the country. https://loom.ly/bhs-8ho #SurplusFood #FoodPolicy

What does "dignified" really mean when it comes to food access? At Food Stash Foundation, we believe dignity goes beyond simply providing food—it’s about creating an experience that prioritizes respect, choice, and inclusivity. Here’s how we bring this vision to life: 🍎 Prioritizing Choice: We listen to our Rescued Food Box members' dietary restrictions and preferences. ⏰ Respecting Time: Our Market members receive time slots so they don’t have to wait in long lines. 💳 Breaking Barriers: No ID or proof of need is required to access our programs—just come as you are. 🚚 Supporting Partners: Community partners build relationships with our drivers to select food that fits their specific programs. Want to learn more about how we’re reducing food waste and ensuring dignified access to rescued food? Visit us at https://lnkd.in/gq5F_585 #FoodWaste #DignifiedAccess #FoodRescue #FoodStashFoundation

Hygiene insecurity and food insecurity go hand in hand. Hygiene products are often on a food shelf’s most needed items. There is a reason for that. Hygiene products receive no subsidies or purchasing support for nonprofits or low-income individuals and families. This means trade offs are being made and basic needs become competing needs. Support your local food shelves with hygiene products to support more basic needs. #hygiene4all

🌟 Let’s Make Food Rescue the Universal Standard 🌟 Are you facing challenges with excess or obsolete inventory? At Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLC), we’re committed to building a more equitable food system by making food rescue the universal standard it ought to be. That’s why we strive to make food rescue easy. Here’s how: 1. Our purpose-built website simplifies the process of joining our mission, serving as a one-stop shop that offers all the necessary tools and resources to get involved. 2. We offer flexible pickup options and can operate entirely on your schedule. 3. We rescue food of all types and quantities. 4. We arrange all the necessary transportation needed to redistribute excess food from your warehouses and facilities.  5. Our cancellation policy allows you to cancel a scheduled pickup day-of whenever needed. Ready to join the movement? Visit https://lnkd.in/dqaT3c_N to learn more. #CPG #Retail #BrandManagement #FMCG #SupplyChain #Sustainability #FoodRescue #SocialImpact #InventoryManagement

The level of food insecurity in New York City has increased significantly since the beginning of the pandemic. According to an analysis by Feeding America, the number of New York City residents struggling with food insecurity has risen by 36% overall and by 46% among children. We are grateful to our grantee partner City Harvest for responding to the crisis. They have rescued more than 1 billion pounds of nutritious food that would otherwise go to waste—working with restaurants, wholesalers, grocery stores, farms, and other partners— to distribute that food to individuals and families in need. Learn more about our work to address food insecurity in NY: https://lnkd.in/dMeS2hN2

October 16 marks World Food Day recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and this year's theme "Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future" reflects on the ongoing efforts to ensure everyone has access to nourishment. In Northumberland County, many families, seniors, and children face the harsh reality of not knowing where their next meal will come from. As winter nears, some are forced to choose between heating their homes and buying groceries, while others grapple with the shame of relying on local food banks to feed their families. We believe that tackling hunger starts close to home, and your support can help fund food security programs like Northumberland Eats 2.0, which provides microgrants to grassroots agencies operating as food banks and hubs. These efforts directly combat food insecurity by reinforcing the safety nets that so many in our community depend on daily. Please help us continue to create programs and fund organizations working to feed our community. https://lnkd.in/gqPnsjN2 #worldfoodday #unitedway #unitedwaynorthumberland #northumberlandeats #communitymatters