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Food Rescue US - Nassau County

Be The Rescue.

Food Rescue US - Nassau County disrupts the cycle of food waste by directing nutritious, surplus food to social service agencies serving people experiencing food insecurity. We leverage technology and a network of volunteers to streamline food rescue and distribution while fostering strong community connections and ensuring easy accessibility for participants.

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Get Involved In Nassau County

Donate Food

Cobbs Bread food donor

Rescue Food

Volunteer rescuing cart full of food in Nassau County

Support our work

Food Rescue US Nassau County Site Director Madhu with partner and donated food

Site Lifetime Numbers

2021

Year Established

3,570,000

Meals Provided

4,283,000

LBS OF FOOD KEPT FROM LANDFILL

22

Food Donor Partners

38

Social Service Agency Partners

286

Volunteers

Our SITE Team

Site Director

Madhu Mina

Nassau County Site Director Madhu Minna - square portrait

madhu@foodrescue.us

Learn More about Our Work

Nassau County partnership with To Tie-Dye

Food Rescue US - South Florida Site Director Ellen Bowen on PBS South Florida feature

CBS Evening news features Food Rescue US - DC and the World Bank

Food Rescue US - Fairfield County Site Co-Director Karen Sagesse interviewed by Channel 12 news

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@foodrescueus.nassauco

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“When students share food, it creates a sense of

“When students share food, it creates a sense of belonging.” – Dr. Pedro Falcón, Director of Project Music

At Project Music, comprehensive music education 🎶 for students of all backgrounds and income levels goes hand-in-hand with building community.

Food Rescue US is proud to partner with the team at Project Music to provide food so their students can stay focused, energized, and engaged during long afternoons of learning and creating. 🎻🎺🍎

Together, we’re not just rescuing food—we’re nourishing young minds, fostering connections, and building stronger communities.

Donate today to support innovative community projects while preventing food waste and reducing hunger. 🧡 Link in bio.
#WeRescueTogether #FoodRescueUS #EndFoodWaste #CommunityImpact #MusicEducation

Did you know more than 24,000 companies in the US

Did you know more than 24,000 companies in the US will match their employee's donations to non-profits like Food Rescue US?⁠
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Find out if you can double your impact today! Go to foodrescue.us/match or click the link in our bio!⁠
#socialgood #givingback #donate #community #support #nonprofit #socialimpact⁠

Double your impact when you donate today! 🥕🥕

Double your impact when you donate today! 🥕🥕⁠
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The Food Rescue US Board of Directors has pledged $100,000 in matching funds for every donation we can secure through the end of this year. Donate today the link in our bio!⁠
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Your donation will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling the impact of your gift when you donate today. ⁠
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Remember, at Food Rescue US, WE RESCUE TOGETHER!

“Food Rescue US - Detroit is making a tremendous

“Food Rescue US - Detroit is making a tremendous impact, and I’m so proud to be part of this mission.” – Colleen Sweeney, Food Rescue US - Detroit Volunteer and Event Coordinator.

Colleen’s journey with Food Rescue US - Detroit began in 2019 and has grown into a commitment to reducing food waste and building resilience in the metro Detroit community. Partnerships like the one with The Charles Drew Transition Center showcase how rescued food can do more than nourish—it can educate, empower, and uplift.

You can help make this impact even greater. Donate today at the LINK IN BIO to support our work and be part of the solution. Every donation makes a difference because WE RESCUE TOGETHER.

It’s been a busy month at Food Rescue US, and we

It’s been a busy month at Food Rescue US, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate some recent events, news coverage, and milestones!⁠
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Food Rescue US sites around the country have been hard at work reducing food waste and building resilient communities. 👉️ Swipe through to see this month’s highlights and celebrate with us!⁠
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Photo 1: Food Rescue US - Boston rescued 18,000 pounds of food in a single day during their 4th annual "Friday After Thanksgiving" event, with the food serving over 600 families in the Boston area that day.⁠
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Photo 2: In the Miami Herald - "Heat’s ‘shared vision of giving back to the community’ makes appearance ahead of Thanksgiving." Full article here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/heat-s-shared-vision-of-giving-back-to-the-community-makes-appearance-ahead-of-thanksgiving⁠
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Photo 3: In the Connecticut Mirror - "To the Rescue: CT Groups Find Creative Solutions to Address Rising Food Insecurity." Full article here: https://ctmirror.org/2024/11/29/ct-food-insecurity-pantries-solutions/⁠
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Photo 4: In The Observer - Organizers Launch Food Rescue Effort [in Western Suffolk County, Long Island]⁠
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Photo 5: Milestone - 300,000 lifetime pounds of food rescued in Quad Cities, Iowa.⁠
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Photo 6: Milestone - 2 Million lifetime pounds of food rescued in Ft. Wayne, IN.⁠
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Photo 7: Milestone - 4 Million lifetime pounds of food rescued in Nassau County, NY.⁠
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We’re grateful for everyone who plays a part in this mission. Together, we’re making a real difference—one rescue at a time.⁠
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🎥✨ We’re thrilled to share this powerful PB

🎥✨ We’re thrilled to share this powerful PBS segment featuring Food Rescue US - South Florida!⁠
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The episode explores the urgent issue of food insecurity, which affects over one million South Floridians. It also spotlights how Food Rescue US is stepping up to fight hunger and food waste in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. From rescuing surplus food to delivering it directly to those in need, this feature offers an inspiring look at our mission in action.⁠
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While this story highlights our work in South Florida, it’s also a testament to the impact Food Rescue US has nationwide—creating a win-win solution to tackle hunger and reduce food waste across the communities we serve. 🌟⁠
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Check out the full segment at the link in our bio to see how WE RESCUE TOGETHER and share to help spread the word! #FoodRescueUS #WeRescueTogether #Miami⁠

Food Donors

Food Rescue US – Nassau County

Bagel Boss - Merrick
Bagel Boss - Rosslyn
COBS Bread
Commonpoint Food Pantry
Crestwood Country Day Camp and School
Longhorn Steakhouse
Mill Neck Manor
Orwashers
Panera Bread - Bellmore
Pierce Summer Camp
Shibley Summer Camp
Shop Rite Huntington
Whitestone Bagel Factory
Whole Foods - Garden City
Whole Foods - Huntington
Whole Foods - Massapequa

Social Service Agencies

Food Rescue US – Nassau County

Agape Ministries
Bethany House - Baldwin
Bethany House - Roosevelt
Bethany House - Two/Roosevelt
Commonpoint Queens Pantry - Sam Field Center
Community Housing Innovations - Hempstead
Community Housing Innovations - Uniondale
Eileen’s free bodega
FCA Walkabout Transitional Living for Young Men and Women
Faith Mission Inc
Glory House for Men
Gratis Grove Community Fridge
Grace Episcopal Church of Whitestone Food Pantry
Helping Hand Rescue Mission
Hope For Youth
Hope for the Future Ministries
Joseph's Storehouse -- the Food Pantry at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
Long Beach MLK Center
Long Island Coalition for the Homeless
Mary Brennan INN
Merrick Fire Department
Mission Belly Full
Mommas House
NOSH Delivers
Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church
Rocking the Road for a Cure
Ronald McDonald House Charities - Long Island
St Hugh of Lincoln
St Pat's - Food Pantry
St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church
St. Ignatius Human Services
St. Martin of Tours - Parish Outreach
SUNY Old Westbury - Panther Pantry
Terena Williams Glory House Inc