Food Forward is determined in assuring our underserved neighbors have consistent access to fresh produce, so that obtaining healthy food is one less struggle they need to face.
Build Generational Health with us!
Researchers at the University of Southern California estimate that 1 in 8 households experience food insecurity nationwide, while 30% of Los Angeles County households are considered to be food insecure. At the same time, one-third of all food produced in the U.S. goes to waste, creating greenhouse gasses that worsen climate change.
Food Forward interrupts this by rescuing surplus produce and giving it 100% free of charge to our network of over 250 local hunger relief partners– together providing access to nutritious fruits and vegetables.
Our efficiency is incredible: it costs Food Forward just $0.07 in operational costs to recover and distribute one pound of produce.
Make a gift now to build generational health in your community today!
Food Forward, Inc. is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization. Our tax ID # is 90-0678872.
Frequently asked questions
Is this donation tax deductible?
Food Forward (Tax ID # 90-0678872) is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) organization. Your donation may be tax-deductible as allowed by law. You will receive an email confirming your donation has been successfully processed. Please keep this for your records.
Prefer to pay by check?
Please make your check payable to “Food Forward” and mail it to: Food Forward, c/o Jen Cox, Chief Development Officer, 7412 Fulton Ave. #3, North Hollywood, CA 91605
Do you accept gifts of appreciated securities?
Yes! Have you held stocks, bonds, or mutual funds for over a year that have done well, and you’ve hesitated to sell because of capital gains? If you donate your unsold securities to Food Forward, you may be able to take a charitable deduction for 100% of the value. For information on making a transfer, contact Jen Cox, Chief Development Officer, at [email protected].
Can I donate my required IRA distribution?
Yes! If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free distribution from your traditional or Roth IRA to Food Forward. This is called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) and it’s an incredible way to partner with us to fight hunger, food waste and climate change! Please contact [email protected] if you'd like to know more.
Can I include Food Forward in my will?
Absolutely! You can help Food Forward grow our impact for years to come by naming us in your will or trust, or by designating Food Forward as a beneficiary in your retirement account or insurance policy. For more information, please contact Chief Development Officer Jen Cox at [email protected].
Do I get a receipt?
Yes, we’ll send a receipt to the email address you provide when donating. The receipt will include your donation details, such as the date, amount, and any beneficiary information.
Is my donation secure?
Yes. Your security and privacy is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL technology to keep your information safe and secure.
How is my personal data handled?
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our privacy policy and also in accordance with the privacy policy of Classy, our website partner.
Need to manage your monthly gift?
Online donations to Food Forward are managed with “Classy.” To review your monthly gift settings, log in to your Classy account using the same email you used to make your gift. For step by step instructions on updating your credit card information and making changes to your recurring gift, visit this page: https://tinyurl.com/bdewke6m. If you need further assistance, please contact Development Operations Supervisor Sam Cahall at [email protected] or by phone at 818-764-1022.
Need more assistance?
Please contact Sam Cahall or Jessie Bruce at [email protected] or by phone at 818-764-1022.
