Food Rescue US

Located in Stamford, Food Rescue US connects local food donors, volunteers, and social service agencies through a web-based app. Volunteers pick up excess healthy food from businesses such as grocers, restaurants, caterers, farms, and corporations, then deliver it to community organizations that help people facing food insecurity.

Food Rescue US was founded in Fairfield County in 2011 and uses a direct-transfer model to address hunger while keeping usable food out of landfills. Food pantries, shelters, veterans service facilities, and other social service agencies can communicate their food needs, while community members can participate as volunteer rescuers. Learn more about the organization’s food rescue model and ways to get involved.

People seeking broader support in Connecticut can also review NHREA’s Connecticut homeless assistance resources and federal assistance resources. Visit Food Rescue US to confirm current program details.