From waste to hope
14 July 2025 Hits:0
Every week, our volunteers collect food from local Aldi stores — food that would otherwise go to landfill. In 2024, we’ve rescued over 13,000 kilograms of fresh produce, pantry staples, and frozen goods.
Instead of going to waste, this food is put to good use — turned into nutritious meals at Matt’s Place, or shared through our community pantry with people doing it tough.
One of the most appreciated items is frozen meat. For many, it’s a rare luxury — and often the difference between skipping a meal or having something nourishing to eat. Some recipients have told us, “This has been our lifeline.”
Our food rescue program is good for the planet and even better for people — but it depends on willing hands. Volunteers collect, sort, cook, and distribute this food with care and compassion. Without them, none of this would be possible.
If you’d like to be part of something that reduces waste and restores hope, we’d love to hear from you.
