Foundations can provide the ~$300 million needed annually to protect the environment, alleviate hunger, and develop local economies. Read more information in our Foundation Action Paper.
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Expanding temperature-controlled food distribution infrastructure (e.g. refrigeration, warehouses) and labor availability to handle (e.g. process, package) additional food donation volume
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Expanding federal tax benefits for food donations to all businesses and simplifying donation reporting for tax deductions
Providing small-scale transportation infrastructure for local recovery as well as long-haul transport capabilities
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Standardizing local and state health department regulations for safe handling and donation of food through federal policy
The Roadmap demonstrates that achieving a 20% reduction in food waste will generate a positive financial, social, and environmental return on investment. To make that happen, crosscutting actions are needed in four areas. Click to learn more about each tool.
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