Food Connect

We're so proud that our regional director, Kate Colyer, M.A., served on HealthSpark Foundation's advisory POWER Council to build community power!

We hate seeing these cuts hurt our partners but remain committed to serving the communities we help. Please call your representatives and share this.

? Coming Together to Make an Impact ? Here's a throwback to an inspiring moment! Food Connect joined forces with recipient organizations and the dedicated store team at Trader Joe's to bring hope and nourishment to the Upper Merion Township and Norristown communities in Pennsylvania. ?? Thanks to our collaboration with Trader Joe's King of Prussia, surplus food is now being rescued 7 days a week and delivered to five local nonprofit pantries, ensuring families in need have access to fresh, healthy meals. ???? A huge shoutout to Isaac, our incredible Food Connect driver, whose dedication and hard work make this possible every single day. ??? Together, we’re proving that no good food should go to waste and no one should go hungry. Thank you to all our supporters and partners for making this vision a reality. Let’s continue to build a future of food justice and equity! ?? @trader-joe's #pennsylvania #nonprofit

We're hiring! Join our team and help bridge the gaps in the U.S. food system to build healthier communities. Current openings: Regional Program Director - Twin Cities: Working closely with the CEO, you will oversee existing programs, foster partnerships, raise funding and strategize regional expansion. Operations Manager - Philadelphia: You'll oversee operations of the logistics department, ensuring streamlined workflows and smooth execution of day-to-day deliveries. The goal is to enable the leadership team to prioritize strategic growth while ensuring high-quality logistics operations. Find all the details and apply at https://buff.ly/43aOM2V #stpaul #twincities #minneapolis #philadelphia

?? Our First Food Rescue in the Twin Cities! ?? We did it!! ?? Over 1,200 pounds of food were rescued on behalf of the Department of Indian Work, and over 500 pounds of that was frozen meat! ???? These donations were placed in their food shelf (food pantry) for the native community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible! ?? It’s amazing what we can do when we work together to fight food waste and feed those in need. ?? @interfaith-action-of-greater-saint-paul #TwinCities #feedthehungry #minneapolis

This month, we celebrate Black History Month by reflecting on the profound contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our culture, driven innovation, and propelled us forward. Their resilience and leadership continue to inspire us. At Food Connect, we honor those who came before us, those working alongside us, and those building a legacy to ensure no one goes hungry. Their impact fuels our mission every day. Learn about some key anti-hunger heroes at https://buff.ly/4kdPiTS. #nonprofit #leadership

Food Connect Kansas City is proud to spotlight the incredible impact of the Food 4 Life (F4L) program! In partnership with Vibrant Health and The Kansas City Food Hub, this 9-month initiative supports 12 Spanish-speaking families in Kansas City, Kansas, by combining access to fresh, local produce with diabetes education and community health support. Each week since May, participants have received nutritious produce boxes sourced from local farmers, along with guidance from a community health worker and diabetes management classes tailored to their needs. F4L is more than just a program—it’s a holistic approach to improving health, increasing food access, and fostering equity through culturally sensitive care. And the community health worker gets a produce box, too! No leaving them out! Here’s a look at the YTD Impact of our efforts so far: 3,280 lbs of produce distributed ???? 2,739 meals distributed ??? 455 boxes delivered ?? 100% successful deliveries ?? We’d like to thank Omar and the entire Vibrant Health and Food Connect-KC teams for their continued dedication to making a difference. #nonprofit #kansascity #kansas

We're proud to work with Replate and all our amazing partners! And thanks, Alex, for sharing why this work is personal to you. It is to many of us.

?? Food Rescue Friday ?? Food rescue isn’t just about logistics—it’s about making sure food reaches the people who need it. Every week, we recover and redistribute good food that would otherwise go to waste, delivering it to frontline community organizations like food pantries, food shelves, and food banks. For me, this work is personal. Growing up, we were sometimes homeless, living in shelters and relying on food pantries. I remember walking to pick up groceries, carrying them home, and figuring out which friends’ houses had dinner that night. This work ensures that kids today don’t have to carry that same worry, that seniors don’t have to choose between food and medicine, and that families have one less burden on their shoulders. This work matters, and it needs to continue. Funding for food programs is uncertain, and community support is more important than ever. If you’re able, donate https://lnkd.in/gC8DeBuW to Food Connect to help keep this work going. And if you can’t donate, volunteer at your local food pantry or food shelf—every bit of support makes a difference. ?? Trucking companies: If you’ve got a rejected load of good food due to a missed appointment time or a shifted pallet, don’t pay to dump it—reach out. We can help get that food to where it’s needed. #FoodRescueFriday #FoodRecovery #NoFoodWaste #CommunitySupport #FoodConnect #TheBay #Philadelphia #KansasCity #TwinCities

We're so grateful we have terrific partners like this and help people get the food they need.