I don't know how to solve the world's problems, but I had some extra zucchini and I thought "maybe I can feed some people."

 

Our backyards are home to a wealth of gardens and fruit trees, many of which bear more produce than the gardener can consume. Often people end up with piles of unwanted zucchini, plums falling off trees to rot on the ground, peas that grow old and hard before they can be picked, and other beautiful produce that goes to waste.

At FoodPool, we see the "problem" of excess garden abundance as an opportunity! It is an opportunity to help provide people in need with fresh, ripe, homegrown produce. The only obstacle lies in linking growers with their hungry neighbors. Our answer is "FoodPooling."

Our mission is to create small, local groups that gather excess garden produce and deliver it to food pantries. These food pantries then distribute these fruits and vegetables to people who really need it. FoodPools are modeled on carpools - neighborhood based, easy to set up, and a big win for everyone involved. By creating FoodPools, we feed our neighbors while strengthening our communities.

Join your local FoodPool now to help hungry people in your area. If there isn't a FoodPool near you, we'll help you start one.