Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity, and inspiring others to do the same.
Friday, May 31, 2024 4:30PMis a nonprofit organization that brings fresh surplus fruits and vegetables to people experiencing food insecurity.
The organization started in 2009, when a group of volunteers mobilized to rescue surplus citrus from going to waste in a suburban Los Angeles backyard to donate to a local pantry. For people experiencing food insecurity, access to wholesome and nutritious food is essential. The availability of fresh fruits and vegetables through food recovery programs like Food Forward can promote a healthier environment, greater economic resilience, and more equitable communities.
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