Cultivate Food Rescue

Cultivate's own Todd Zeltwanger is attending the inaugural Indiana Hunger Summit sponsored by Corteva Agriscience! The goal for the Summit is to create actionable outcomes that lead to better access to nutritious food for those experiencing food insecurity in Indiana. Proud to partake in this event to help find better solutions for hungry Hoosiers.

In honor of Global Recycling Day, here's some food waste trivia for you! Which of the following is true? A. An estimated 40% of U.S. food supply goes to waste each year. B. Food is the single largest component, taking up space inside U.S. landfills. C. Over 80% of Americans discard perfectly good food because they misunderstand expiration labels. D. U.S. food waste creates greenhouse emissions equivalent to 37 million cars. E. All of the above. If you answered E – all of the above, you're right. The good news is that Cultivate is helping to change these statistics by rescuing excess food that would otherwise go to waste through our strategic partnerships with local grocery stores, restaurants, and other food retailers. With help from our volunteers, we then package meals and redistribute food to those in need through partnerships with local pantries and schools throughout St. Joseph, Marshall and Elkhart Counties. You can be part of the solution to eliminate food waste, too! Visit CultivateFoodRescue.com to learn more. #GlobalRecyclingDay #FoodWaste #FoodRescue

It’s a full-court press against food waste and hunger in our community as local businesses, organizations, and clubs compete in Cultivate Food Rescue’s March Meal Madness fundraiser! Help them score big for a great cause! 1? Visit https://lnkd.in/gNjMvp2M. 2? Click the orange button to view the leaderboard and find a team to support. 3? Make your donation and watch your team’s points add up! Whether you’re here to support a friend, a local business, or just join in on the fun, every contribution turns excess food into meals for children and families in need! #MarchMadness #FoodRescue #Teamwork

We rely on our amazing volunteers to help us rescue, package, and distribute meals to hungry neighbors. As you spring forward this March, consider paying it forward by signing up to volunteer at CultivateFoodRescue.com today! #SpringForward #PayItForward #FoodRescue

Cheer on the teams competing in Cultivate Food Rescue’s March Meal Madness fundraiser and help them score big for a great cause! Every $1 donated = 1 additional point for your team as they work to end hunger and eliminate food waste in our community. How you can help your team win: 1? Visit https://lnkd.in/gNjMvp2M. 2? Click the orange button to view the leaderboard and find your team. 3? Make your donation and watch your team’s points add up! Whether you’re here to support a friend, a local business, or just join in on the fun, every contribution turns excess food into meals for children and families in need! #MarchMadness #FoodRescue #Teamwork

Did you know? The average household wastes nearly 32% of the food they buy—that's like tossing out a third of your grocery bill! This March, we're challenging you to make a mindful meal plan to help you reduce food waste and save money. Below are some helpful tips: Shop Your Kitchen First Before making a grocery list, check your fridge, freezer, and pantry. Plan meals around what you already have on hand to avoid buying duplicates. Plan for "Use-It-Up" Days Set aside one or two days a week to use up leftovers or ingredients that are close to expiring. Need meal inspiration? Search for recipes that include the food you're trying to use up. Freeze for the Future If you have extra food, freeze portions for later. Fruits, veggies, bread, and even cooked meals can be frozen to extend their life. Portion with Purpose Serve smaller portions at first to reduce plate waste, and cook amounts of food you or your family will actually eat to avoid excess leftovers. Ready to make the most of your meals this month? Let's go! #FoodRescue #MealPlanning

Cultivate is now a proud grant recipient of the first Amazon St. Joseph County Community Fund. This support will enable us to get closer to our vision of No Neighbor Hungry, No Food Wasted! The reception at Dainty Maid Food Hall was inspiring - connecting with fellow changemakers and Amazon leaders reinforced the power of community collaboration. We're honored to be part of Amazon's local investment in Indiana's future. #AmazonInCommunities #Amazon #AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) Amazon

What an incredibly talented and bright group of students we have the privilege to work with! Cultivate is very grateful for their insight! Trine University https://lnkd.in/dRpCpBty

We needed to update our post from October 2023....... Every pound of food rescued represents a partnership in action and a hungry mouth fed. We ??this community!

It's Christmas for Chef April and Skylar as they dig into the pallets of donations. Frozen vegetables for our backpack meals and gloves for our volunteers are just some of the wonderful gifts we received this week! Thank you Raydia Food Group/Stanz Foodservice, Inc.