Mission & Values

Driven by Purpose, Guided by Values: Transforming Food Systems for a Healthier, More Equitable Future

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Our Vision

We envision a world where health, equity, and sustainability lead food distribution, breaking food insecurity cycles for good. In this future, communities thrive as food nourishes and heals, with an abundant supply perfectly aligned to meet every individual's needs. Eliminating waste and fostering resilience, we aim to empower recipients with control over their food through seamless communication and automated collaboration. With innovation, compassion, and determination, we strive to ensure no one goes hungry, and every meal enhances personal and planetary well-being.

Our Mission

Food Connect bridges the gaps in our food system to end hunger, stop food waste, and build health

The problem

Today 1 in 10 people in the US are food insecure, yet our food supply is 4x more than what is needed to feed the entire population

4M.

of the US population live in food deserts, with little to no access to healthy food

40%

of our food supply is wasted

6 in 10

adults have a chronic disease leading to 22% of deaths due to poor diet

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What we do

Tailored Programming: Delivering customized solutions to meet the unique needs of communities, ensuring food reaches those who need it most.

Consulting: Empowering organizations with expertise and strategies to enhance their impact in the fight against hunger,  waste and building health.

Advocacy: Championing policies and initiatives that drive systemic change for equitable and sustainable food access

Innovative Technology: Revolutionizing food rescue and distribution with cutting-edge tools that maximize efficiency and impact.

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Centering Racial Equity

Food insecurity is the result from structural and systemic inequalities that disproportionately impacts people of color, leading to higher rates of hunger, malnutrition, and diet-related health conditions.

We are committed to creating a more equitable food system that prioritizes the needs of people of color:

Increasing Healthy & Culturally Appropriate Food Access
Empowering Communities
Breaking the Cycle / Addressing the Root Causes
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