food donations

Gifts for pantries

Food donations are contributions of edible goods to charitable organizations, food banks, or individuals in need.

The term covers everything from canned goods dropped in collection bins to corporate contributions of surplus inventory.

Food donations address hunger while reducing waste from unsold or excess food: The restaurant makes weekly food donations to the local shelter.

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