Waste Prevention and Reuse

Food Rescue Program

Helping local food banks collect edible food from the commercial sector.

DEQ offers grants each year to Oregon local governments to increase recycling and promote waste prevention. A number of emergency food providers have hooked up with their local government to receive grants collect edible food from local groceries, produce warehouses, and restaurants.

Case Studies:

• Food Rescue Partnership PDF
• Food Rescue Program: Waste Prevention and Hunger Relief PDF
• Food Rescue Serves Needy in Jackson County PDF

Metro Regional Government

• Food Donation Resource Guide:
  • Includes information:
    • Case Studies
    • Restaurant Guide for Donation
    • Why Donate Excess Food?

Other Programs:

• Learn about the DEQ Solid Waste Grants Program.
• Oregon Food Bank
• USDA Good Samaritan Food Donation Act
• Oregon Good Samaritan Law: ORS Chapter 30.890

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