StopWaste maintains a list of qualified food waste solution providers — businesses, nonprofits, and consultants that offer tools and services to help food-related establishments reduce surplus food and prevent waste. The list was developed through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process and is updated on a rolling basis.

These providers can help grocery stores, restaurants, caterers, wholesale food vendors, manufacturers, institutions, healthcare facilities, hotels, and other food businesses implement practical waste reduction and food recovery solutions.

Provider Categories

Food Waste Prevention and Tracking

Tools and services that help businesses measure, analyze, and reduce food waste in their operations.

  • LeanPath — Automated food waste tracking technology with cloud-based analytics and coaching for food service operations. Serves hotels, universities, corporate cafeterias, and healthcare dining facilities. UC Berkeley Dining reported reducing food waste by over a third in the first year, saving $1,600 per week in avoided food purchases.

Food Donation and Recovery Platforms

Technology platforms that connect businesses with surplus food to organizations that can distribute it.

  • Careit — Free donation-matching technology that links food producers with hunger-relief organizations. Recommended by StopWaste as a tool for coordinating surplus food recovery. Learn more at careit.com.
  • FoodRecovery.org — Online platform connecting grocery stores, restaurants, and other food sources with emergency food providers and community organizations.
  • Too Good To Go — Mobile marketplace connecting food retailers with consumers who purchase surplus inventory at a discount, reducing end-of-day waste.

Planning and Advisory Services

Consultants and firms that help businesses and organizations develop food waste prevention strategies and food system plans.

  • Abbe & Associates LLC — Zero waste planning and implementation services.
  • The Food Works Group — Advisory firm providing strategic guidance on food system operations, asset mapping, and technical assistance.

How the List Is Maintained

StopWaste developed this qualified provider list through a competitive RFQ process. Applications continue to be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. The list serves as a resource for businesses seeking practical food waste solutions, including applicants to StopWaste's Food Waste Prevention & Recovery Grants who are looking for qualified partners.

Free Matching Assistance

StopWaste offers free assistance to help businesses find the right solution provider for their needs. If you're not sure which provider or approach is the best fit for your operation, contact StopWaste for guidance.

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