Food Recovery Network is one of the largest student led movements mobilized against hunger and food waste in the U.S.

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Join the movement to end food waste: a heartfelt call
Join the movement to end food waste: a heartfelt call

The movement to end food waste presents an opportunity for us to come together, reflect on our processes and habits, and explore how we can prevent waste while actively contributing to food recovery initiatives

Food Recovery Initiative Delivers Over 58,000 Pounds of Nourishment to Greater Brainerd, MN Community in Under One Year
Food Recovery Initiative Delivers Over 58,000 Pounds of Nourishment to Greater Brainerd, MN Community in Under One Year

Central Lakes College has made notable strides in local food security initiatives, distributing over 58,000 pounds of surplus food this school year. This August, Central Lakes Community College was one of five community colleges that were awarded FRN grants as part of the organization's inaugural cohort of Community College chapters.

Food Recovery Network Makes Significant Strides in Washington D.C. to Combat Food Waste and Hunger
Food Recovery Network Makes Significant Strides in Washington D.C. to Combat Food Waste and Hunger

FRN Programs

 

  • FRN mobilizes college students to recover and donate surplus food from their campuses, reduce CO2 emissions, and advocate for a more equitable food system. Learn more.

  • FRN partners with businesses to implement food recovery programs for their events and daily operations to increase sustainability and community support. Learn about FRV.

  • FRN distributes fresh surplus produce at Title 1 elementary schools to feed young children and families experiencing hunger, while supporting the farming community.

  • FRN installs and stocks community refrigerators so people experiencing hunger can access surplus food donations in a way most convenient to them.