At Food Share we keep accurate data of our emergency food distribution which reflects the significant need within our region, along with our social and environmental impacts.
In 2024 187 tonne of fresh, frozen and pantry food was distributed from our warehouse via our partner agencies.
On average each week we distribute 5 tonne of food to – schools breakfast/lunch programs, free community meal partners, bulk food to large agencies like the Salvos, Anglicare etc. and on average 160 emergency food hampers to families and individuals who need support.
Emergency food was distributed by over 100 registered agencies and schools across south west Victoria.
Our environmental impact
We are very proud to advise that we have diverted 251 tonne of food from landfill from 2014 to 2024.
At Food Share we aim to recycle as much as possible reducing our environmental impact at every opportunity.
2024 = 187,573 kg (187 t) of food distributed
Via 100 registered agencies/schools
The equivalent of 374,000 meals
276,000 kg (276 t) Food diverted from landfill – 2014-2024: