Philly Food Rescue vs Hunger Network Food Rescue Usage & Stats
*** Serving Philadelphia and the surrounding region (including NJ and Delaware County)***
Powered by Food Rescue Hero
40% of food goes to waste while 1 in 7 in goes hungry. Food rescue heroes take powerful part in the solution.
In as little as 30 minutes of your time, you can rescue perfectly good food from going to waste and deliver it to nonprofits who serve those who are food insecure.
Connect to your existing social media accounts to sign up to be a food rescue hero.
Set your preferences on when and where you can do food rescues.
Get alerts when rescues become available. Opt in to rescues that fit your schedule. Rescue everyday, every week or just give it a try.
Food rescue heroes get information on where to pick up the food and where to drop it off—we guide you every step of the way.
The app gives you information about the work that the nonprofit you are delivering to. And because you drop off at directly to the organization that will distribute the food, you see the impact you have made on hunger.
Take a selfie with your rescue and share on social media to spread the word about Philly Food Rescue and inspire your friends to be food rescue heroes!
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Check out our website www.phillyfoodrescue.org
Have a question? Email us at info@upliftsolutions.org
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***SERVING THE CLEVELAND, OH AREA***
Powered by Food Rescue Hero
Up to 40% of food goes to waste, while 1 in 7 individuals is experiencing food insecurity.
Join a nationwide movement to combat food waste and hunger. Designed for volunteers and food recovery organizations, and powered by Food Rescue Hero, this innovative platform empowers communities to redirect surplus food to those in need, making a tangible impact on food insecurity and environmental sustainability.
Why It Matters
• Reduce Food Waste: Up to 40% of food produced goes to waste–and with it, all the resources that went into growing, transporting, and packaging this food.
• Alleviate Hunger: 1 in 7 individuals is experiencing food insecurity, and less than a third of the wholesome food that goes to waste would be enough to close this hunger gap.
• Protect the Environment: Food waste is the #1 methane emitter in landfills, and contributes more greenhouse gas emissions in a year than global air travel. Reducing food waste is imperative in reaching the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Key Features
• User-Friendly Interface: Navigate the app with ease, whether you're tech-savvy or new to digital tools.
• Flexible Scheduling: Volunteer on your terms, with options that fit into any lifestyle.
• Real-Time Notifications: Stay informed about rescue opportunities in your area.
• Impact Tracking: See the difference you're making in your community through personalized impact reports.
How It Works
1. Sign Up & Set Preferences: Download the app and customize your availability and preferred rescue areas.
2. Get Notified: Receive alerts when surplus food needs rescuing near you.
3. Claim a Rescue: Choose rescues that fit your schedule—daily, weekly, or whenever you have time.
4. Pick Up & Deliver: Follow step-by-step instructions to collect surplus food from donors and deliver it to local nonprofits distributing food to your community.
5. See Your Impact: Deliver directly to organizations that distribute the food, witnessing firsthand the impact your time makes.
Ready to make a difference? Download the app and become part of a growing network committed to ending food waste and hunger!
Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/hungernetworkGC/
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hungernetworkgc
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hungernetworkgc/
Check out our website: https://www.hungernetwork.org
Have a question? Email us at help@hungernetwork.org
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Philly Food Rescue VS. 
Hunger Network Food RescueJanuary 13, 2026