FoodSHare streamlines the distribution of untouched surplus food to charities and good causes. By using our food redistribution platform to donate or access surplus food, you support your local community, reduce food waste and help the environment. Discover more about the FoodSHare platform and its impact on today's society!

1. FoodSHare
The simple solution for feeding
more and wasting less
We streamline the distribution of untouched surplus food to
charities and good causes. Use our food redistribution
platform to donate or access surplus food, support your
local community, reduce food waste and help the
environment.
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This project has received funding from the European Union's
Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under
grant agreement Nº 101000594.

2. Did you know that every year in Serbia more
than 700 000 tons of food end up in landfills?
01.
There are two major problems:
1. Almost half a million people in Serbia are starving every day and for the most of them the services of public kitchens and
donated food are the only meal in the day
2. The process of industrial destruction and landfill disposal of excess food releases large amounts of methane, one of the
most harmful greenhouse gases.
Diversion efforts:
Retailers have taken steps to reduce waste by improving procurement and operating procedures and reducing supply chains
to keep food fresher longer. In addition, they partner with food banks, food recovery agencies, and food rescue groups.
The solution:
By donating this food through the FoodSHare platform we
are able to feed more people while wasting less and
significantly reducing our carbon footprint.
Despite all the efforts grocery retailers make, a
substantial amount of food is still sent to landfills.
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3. Why FoodSHare?
Social Economic
Simpler, more
efficient, less
wasteful business.
Environmental
Fighting food
waste means
fighting climate
change.
The Platform is a home to a network of charities and communities in need of nutritious,
high-quality food. We do this at scale building more connections for more people in more
communities, more easily.
The best part? FoodSHare allows for full transparency around food surplus and the
communities it’s helping. We offer a simple, flexible service with charity vetting and ongoing
support. Charities have the power to access food donations and support at no charge, either
to redistribute in food parcels or cook on-site (depending on the type and quantity of
surplus).
Diverting surplus
food to provide
meals for people in
need.
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DID YOU KNOW?
ONE-THIRD OF ALL
FOOD IS WASTED.

4. Giving food another chance:
be part of the solution
RETAILERS, FARMERS,
PROCESSORs
DO YOU HAVE SURPLUS
FOOD GOING TO WASTE?
We work with companies
across the supply chain –
from farmers to
supermarkets, and big
brands to small,
independent producers.
COMMUNITY GROUPS,
CHARITIES, NGOS
VOLUNTEERS
At FoodSHare we save good quality, surplus food from going to waste. If you find that you have surplus
food which is still edible, consider redistributing it to people in need. If your organisation serves those who
are food insecure, then sign up to collect food.
WE'RE SUPPORTING
COMMUNITIES WITH ESSENTIAL
FOOD SUPPLIES!
If you are a charity or
community group supporting
people in need, sign up to our
platform to access good
quality, surplus food, available
near you—free of charge.
YOU CAN HELP IN
MANY WAYS!
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
Keen to help get great
surplus food to good causes?
If you can collect and deliver
food or spread the word, get
in touch with us!
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It's free, join
us now!

5. FoodSHare in numbers
Within less than a year, the platform had become fully operational and
covered two Balkan countries - Serbia and North Macedonia.
67 709
kg
Food donated
33 854
kg
CO2 emission
prevented
48
Donors registered
on the platform
70
Recipients
registered
on the platform
7
Volunteers
registered
on the platform
Radio, TV and
press pieces
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6. How it works?
FoodSHare platform is entirely free to use. All users can register on the platform without any
additional costs. Registration does not obligate users for any amount of donations, it serves
merely as a tool for making their food donation processes more effective and efficient.
Do you have surplus/
unwanted food going
to waste? Is your
charity looking to
source excess fresh,
nutritious food? Sign
up and get started.
FoodSHare is built to
reduce food waste at
no cost. Add items with
a short expiry date. Set
the pick up location for
your surplus. We’ll help
you find the right
match.
See exactly where your
donation goes and
who you are helping.
Unearth key insights,
visualise your trends
and optimize your
surplus management.
STEP 1
Get involved—your
community needs you
STEP 2
List your surplus food and
look for a match
STEP 3
Divert your surplus,
reduce carbon footprint
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7. FAQs
01.
What is the Ploutos
project and how is it
related to FoodSHare?
The Ploutos project is funded by the European Commission under the Research and Development Program - Horizon 2020
and its ultimate goal is to improve the various processes in the agri-food chain. The FoodSHare platform was developed as
part of one of eleven Ploutos pilot projects, taking place in Serbia and North Macedonia. The focus of this pilot project is to
facilitate the transfer of surplus food from farms to socially vulnerable groups.
What is food waste?
Food waste refers to food that is not consumed by the end user. Most common cases of food waste are close to “Best before”
and “Expiration” date, aesthetic reasons and texture, but this food is in its entirety safe for human consumption and thus
suitable for donating.
Who can donate food?
Food and beverage companies, agriculture holdings, distributors, retailers, and other companies that produce, distribute and
sell food. The exception is the HoReCa sector (hotels, restaurants and cafés) which is restricted from food donation in the
Republic of Serbia.
Who can receive food
donations?
Food donation recipients include charities such as food banks, public kitchens and foundations. Then, these organizations will
distribute the donated food to their members, the local community, and others in need.
Who are the
Volunteers?
FoodSHare volunteers provide support for food donations and other activities through the platform, such as transportation.
Why should I register
as a Donor?
With FoodSHare, existing processes for food donation can be automated and improved. By using this simple and effective, yet
free tool, you can save time and money as well as other limited resources. Your company will increase its social responsibility
and reduce its waste disposal by donating food waste to the local community.
Why should I register
as a Recipient?
FoodSHare platform enables fast and simple ways for acquiring food donations. Growing base of donors gives many
opportunities for receiving donations of different kinds as well as equal opportunity for all charity organizations independent
of their size or location.
In case you were wondering:

8. Join us in making a difference!
Register now at: https://foodshare.foodscalehub.com/ and
make your contribution in lowering food waste.
This project has received funding from the European
Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation
programme under grant agreement Nº 101000594.
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