RESCUING FOOD
Our food rescue program links donated surplus food from hundreds of vendors to other nonprofits via staff drivers and volunteers.
REDUCING HUNGER WITH FOOD4KIDS
Food4Kids is a weekly grocery distribution program supporting low-income students via local Long Beach schools.
MILLION LBS. OF GHG EMISSIONS DIVERTED
MILLION MEALS DONATED
FOOD FINDERS TESTIMONIALS
We couldn’t make a difference without the help of dedicated volunteers, generous food donors, and caring partner agencies. Read what they have to say about working with Food Finders!
“We had a mother who just had a baby and needed food for her family immediately. She received a Food Finders box of food of non-perishables and was so relieved, sharing, “I hardly have any food left and they are hungry, thank you!”Family Support Network
Recipient Agency
``Barb and I really enjoyed our visit with you. We were impressed and inspired by learning about what Food Finders does and all the areas served. I wanted to help others but didn't know where to start. I'm glad we found Food Finders. You are an impressive organization helping to provide food to those who need it. We feel grateful to become a part of the Food Finders family.``Hugo Navarette
Supporter of Food Finders
``We are grateful for our partnership with Food Finders. The consistent flow of donations keeps our food pantry stocked for weekly distribution.Wendy - Lutheran Social Services
Program Director
``I have been a volunteer with Food Finders for 4+ years. The experience of meeting the food donors and agencies is humbling and rewarding. I am ever so amazed at how many millions of pounds of food are diverted from landfills and instead feed humans.``Ryan Kwong
Board Member
``To be able to donate food that would have gone to waste aligns with why we opened GROW- to feed our neighborhood. Food Finders enables GROW to reach further``Kathy - GROW Market
Co-Owner
``Volunteering allows you to see first-hand how your efforts are helping those in the area. It's been a meaningful experience while volunteering and making connections with others who are also contributing their time to the program to end hunger in America.``Taylor Casas
Volunteer
OUR FOOD RESCUE PROGRAM IN ACTION
Take a deeper dive into our organization to learn how Food Finders started rescuing food and reducing hunger with only one dedicated founder, a few volunteers, and a few thousand pounds of donated food.
ABOUT US
Since 1989 Food Finders has been rescuing donated food across Southern California with a mission to reduce food insecurity while preventing wholesome food from filling landfills. Food is immediately redistributed to a network of nonprofit partner agencies to help feed individuals in need. We achieve this by staying true our core values: Community, Responsibility, Adaptability, and Integrity.
Food Finders In The News
We’re proud of the work we do, and love sharing these news articles and videos!
