FOOD WASTE

Food sent to landfills is not only a waste of our natural resources, but a detriment to the environment given that food production is one of the greatest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions worldwide, which includes the release of methane as it breaks down in landfills. By diverting food waste from landfills, we can make a substantial environmental impact that prevents potent greenhouse gasses from entering the atmosphere and causing pollution.

FOOD INSECURITY

Food insecurity can have wide and long-lasting impacts on a community, especially at a time when many individuals are having to choose between food and medicine, rent, bills, and transportation. Free weekly groceries distributed to low-income communities will alleviate the costs of healthy, nutritious foods and allow the residents in need to save thousands of dollars in grocery bills throughout the year. With the rising costs of living in Miami, these savings will help them pay for rent, medical bills, and other living costs to lift themselves out of poverty.

HARMFUL FOOD

Since the vast majority of food options are already composed of animal products, we are collectively overlooking the exploitation and suffering of animals, as well as the environmental destruction caused by the meat and dairy industries. By supplying our food shares with plant-based options, we are helping spread compassion to animals and the planet. We are also overlooking the overall health of the community and the increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity that is primarily caused by cholesterol and high amounts of saturated fats. By encouraging people to eat more plant-based food, which contain zero cholesterol and low amounts of saturated fat, we help them learn about how to best reduce the risk of serious health conditions normally caused by unhealthy animal-based diets.