RLC Rhode Island

Volunteer as a Rescuer. Donate food as a business. Receive food as an organization. Support our mission. Let's feed people, not landfills.

Branch Founded: 2021

47580

pounds rescued

39650

meals provided

Nearly 1 in 4 households in Rhode Island are experiencing food insecurity

Up to 40% of food feeds landfills.

Methane Gasses from food in landfills hurts our planet and our health.

Rhode Island’s Central Landfill may fill up by 2040.


25%

RLCRI bridges the gap between food excess and insecurity

WE INVITE NONPROFITS to sign up as RLC Food Recipient Partners, a free service.

WE ENCOURAGE BUSINESSES to partner with RLC to donate their surplus food.

WE INSPIRE VOLUNTEERISM by hosting volunteer opportunities for one-time, sporadic or recurring Rescue Events, morning until night, 365 days a year.


Volunteer with Us
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Who we work with

Many families are very happy tonight. The food you delivered went to community families - which they always get excited for. Some people cry with gratitude...You’re doing great work...Thank you, again.


Rick Freitas

St. Ambrose Shelter

Join the Movement

Want to be a food   rescuer?

reduce hunger & wasted food

protect the environment

rescue solo or as a team

Are you a non-profit that needs food?

receive free & healthy food

tailored for your needs

save time & resources

Support Our Mission

Help us continue to reduce wasted food, food insecurity, and preserve the environment. All donations contribute directly to our efforts to feed hungry and food insecure individuals, children and families.


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Emma Rosche-Ritchie

Rhode Island Branch Manager


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