Non-perishable food can be donated to churches, food pantries, civic centers, shelters and other local community service organizations that provide to people in need. See the list of locations below that accept donations of unopened, unexpired food to maintain their facilities or help meet their organizational mission.
Businesses and organizations can see guidelines for food donation.
Residential food waste can be composted through services offered by Rust Belt Riders. The company offers drop off locations and a subscription service for weekly curbside pick up. Compost services are available for a small fee. See details. Learn more about composting food waste at home.
Businesses with food waste, perishables and other organics can compost in a commercial food waste facility, including local digesters and waste-to-energy solutions. See a list in our Business Recycling Directory.
Looking to donate pet food? See a list of options here.