by Tori Keafer | Jul 14, 2022 | Columns, General
We rescue food six days a week from grocery stores, restaurants, farms, and caterers. But why does the food need rescuing? Food waste is a huge issue in our country. According to the USDA, 30%-40% of our total food supply goes to waste.1 And we’re not just talking...
by Tori Keafer | Jul 11, 2022 | General, Stories
A fried rice dinner prepared and boxed by Patchwork Nashville chefs. Photo by Nathan Phelps “We think of food not only as nourishment, but a way to show love and a way for people to feel dignity,” said Ben, one of the founders of Patchwork Nashville. The mission of...
by Tori Keafer | Jul 6, 2022 | General, Stories
“When I have an opportunity, I tell people, ‘Don’t give up on people. Plant seeds.’” This is the story of one of our First Responders. Six days a week, this First Responder is out driving our refrigerated trucks and rescuing quality food from grocery stores that would...
by Tori Keafer | Jul 4, 2022 | General, Stories
“Thank y’all so much. You have been keeping my grandbabies fed for these past two years, and I don’t know what I would do without you.” If vivacity had a face, it might look a little like Beverly’s. You may find your mind working overtime just to keep up with Beverly...
by Tori Keafer | Jun 14, 2022 | General, Stories
“I love how you guys are doing this. It will help a lot of people, especially with prices being so high now. I was lucky to find a cheap pack of hamburger the other day. It’s just getting horrible.” Terry brightened up our day with her sweet smile at our mobile food...
