Food Forward

Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity and inspiring others to do the same. Fruits and vegetables are collected in Los Angeles and Ventura counties from backyard fruit trees, orchards, farmers markets, and the downtown Los Angeles Wholesale Produce Market. This recovered produce is provided, free of charge, to hunger relief organizations that serve community members in various ways: food banks, homeless outreach agencies, domestic violence shelters, transitional youth homes, veteran services, family resource centers, LGBTQ+ teen/adult/senior services, college student assistance programs, programs serving people with disabilities, and many more. Since Food Forward’s inception, our staff and thousands of dedicated volunteers have rescued over 250 million pounds of fruits and vegetables. This produce helped to feed millions of people across eleven Southern California counties, throughout seven states, as well as in tribal lands in the Southwest annually. See our core values posted below. *

Food Forward Core Values:

●     Community Engagement - Working together, we inspire and are inspired by the people in the communities we serve.

●     Equity and Inclusion - We cultivate a diverse workforce that nurtures equity and inclusion.

●     Food Justice - We share the abundance of fresh produce and prevent food waste because everyone deserves access to fresh and nutritious food.

●     Integrity - We are honest, accountable, and authentic in our words and actions.

●     Joyfulness - We embrace a creative, spirited, and fulfilling environment.Harvest Food, Fight Hunger, Build Community!