Hunger at Home’s founder has over twenty years of leadership experience in the hospitality business, sowe understand the needs of our business partners. Our team knows how to make it easy for your business to safely donate food and be compliant with SB 1383.
Become a Hunger at Home Partner
Partnering with Hunger at Home is easy, impactful, and may even offer financial benefits. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your donations to us may be eligible for tax deductions.
Reach out to discuss your surplus food needs. We’ll evaluate how we can best serve your business while ensuring compliance with SB 1383.
We’ll arrange regular pickups of your surplus food, handling everything from raw ingredients to prepared cooked food — all while adhering to strict safety standards.
Your surplus food will be safely processed and distributed to local charities, providing meals to those in need. Additionally, you’ll receive documentation to support your potential tax deductions.
Navigate SB 1383 effortlessly with our support.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, your contributions may be tax-deductible.
Directly assist food-insecure families in Silicon Valley.
Reduce your business’s carbon footprint and enhance its commitment to environmental stewardship.
The local restaurant frequently faced the issue of surplus prepared meals and ingredients at the end of each day, leading to increased waste and higher garbage disposal costs. They were looking for a solution that could help them reduce waste, lower expenses, and support the community.
The restaurant partnered with Hunger at Home to donate their surplus food weekly. This collaboration not only allowed them to prevent food waste but also helped them significantly reduce their garbage disposal bills. Hunger at Home ensured the safe collection, repurposing, and redistribution of the food to local nonprofits, where it was used to feed those in need.
The local restaurant’s contributions of over 1,000 pounds of food provided 834 meals to individuals in the community. By partnering with Hunger at Home, they not only made a positive environmental impact but also realized cost savings on waste disposal. This initiative has highlighted the restaurant commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, serving as a model for other businesses to follow.
As a major event venue, the amphitheater frequently hosted large-scale gatherings, often resulting in significant amounts of surplus food. Managing this surplus in an environmentally responsible way was a priority for the venue, as they sought to reduce waste, minimize costs associated with disposal, and explore potential tax benefits.
To address this, the amphitheater partnered with Hunger at Home, establishing a reliable system for the safe collection and redistribution of surplus food from events. Hunger at Home worked closely with the amphitheater’s staff to ensure that all surplus food was handled according to strict food safety guidelines. Additionally, the venue was able to leverage potential tax deductions for their charitable food donations, further enhancing the financial benefits of their sustainability efforts.
Over a year, the amphitheater contributions helped provide 7,120 meals to those in need. This collaboration significantly reduced food waste, lowered waste management expenses, and potentially provided valuable tax benefits. It also underscored the venue’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community support, enhancing its reputation as a socially responsible leader in the event industry.
A local hotel landmark frequently dealt with surplus food from its restaurant and catering services, especially after large events. The hotel sought a solution that would not only align with its sustainability goals but also enhance its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts by reducing waste and positively impacting the community.
Hunger at Home partnered with the hotel to establish a routine collection system specifically tailored for surplus food from catering events. By collaborating closely, we ensured that surplus food was collected within two hours after each event, repurposing it safely and effectively. This partnership provided a steady supply of meals to local organizations serving those in need. Additionally, the hotel explored potential tax benefits for their food donations, further enhancing the value of their contributions.
In just 8 months, the hotel’s ongoing contributions helped provide 9,562 meals, benefiting 2,390 families in the local community. This initiative not only supported those facing food insecurity but also significantly strengthened the hotel CSR profile. The hotel’s active participation in this program, particularly in efficiently repurposing surplus from catering services, has reinforced its role as a responsible, community-focused business committed to sustainability and social impact.
SB 1383 is a California law designed to reduce organic waste, including edible food, by 75% by 2025. It mandates that businesses, including those with prepared food, repurpose surplus to combat food waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
We provide a comprehensive service that includes the collection, repurposing, and redistribution of surplus food, including prepared meals. This ensures that your business meets SB 1383 requirements while making a positive impact in the community.
We accept various surplus food types: prepared meals, raw vegetables, fruit, or meat. All donations are managed according to strict food safety guidelines to ensure they are safe for consumption.
Yes, we charge a reasonable fee to cover logistics, transportation, and ensuring food safety throughout the collection and redistribution process. This fee helps us maintain high standards while providing an efficient and effective service to your business.
We work with you to create a pickup schedule that suits your business needs. Whether it’s daily, weekly, or on an event basis, we ensure that the process is convenient and seamless.
Food safety is our top priority. All food handlers involved in the collection and distribution process are ServSafe certified and follow strict food safety protocols. We ensure that all donated food, including prepared meals, is handled properly at every stage, from collection to distribution, to guarantee it is safe for those in need.
For food that is not fit for human consumption, we follow sustainable disposal methods, such as composting or donating to animal feed programs, to minimize waste and support environmental sustainability.
We understand that surplus food can vary, especially after large events or during peak seasons. Hunger at Home can accommodate sudden increases in surplus food by adjusting pickup schedules or arranging additional collections to ensure that all food is safely repurposed and distributed.
We ensure that donated food is used effectively through our kitchen, where we follow city safety protocols to repurpose food. In addition to our direct food distribution every Monday, we work with over 40+ nonprofit and community-based organizations to ensure that food reaches those who need it most.
Even if your business doesn’t consistently have surplus food, we can still partner with you. We offer flexible pickup schedules, including on-demand pickups after events or during busy periods, to ensure that any surplus food is utilized effectively.
Yes, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, donations made to Hunger at Home may qualify for tax deductions. We provide the necessary documentation to support your claims.
By partnering with us, your business will help reduce food waste, provide meals to individuals and families in need, and contribute to environmental sustainability. We offer regular impact reports to show the difference your contributions make.
Getting started is easy! Simply contact us, and we’ll guide you through the process of becoming a partner in our food rescue efforts.
