Since 1996, StopWaste has invested over $10 million in grants to Alameda County organizations working to prevent waste, recover food, and transition to reusable systems. The searchable database below covers fiscal years 2017–2024.

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Grant Categories

Grants up to $10,000 for nonprofits to purchase refrigeration, storage, and transport equipment for food recovery operations. Recipients include food pantries, food banks, and faith-based organizations across Alameda County.

Notable grantees: Centro de Servicios, Davis Street Community Center, Mercy Brown Bag Program, Dandelion Kitchen, Community Kitchens

Grants of $25,000–$50,000 for schools, colleges, and institutions to replace disposable cafeteria foodware with reusable systems.

Notable grantees: Fremont USD, Berkeley USD, Albany USD, Emery USD, Hayward USD, San Leandro USD, Oakland Arena, Northeastern University at Mills

Grants up to $10,000 for organizations to replace single-use transport packaging with durable reusable alternatives.

Notable grantees: Elder Care Alliance, Drakes Brewing, Philz Coffee, Full Belly Farm, Surplus Service

Grants of $3,500–$50,000 supporting equipment refurbishment, repair services, and community reuse programs. This category may be revived or replaced when the revamped grant program launches in fall 2026.

Notable grantees: Loved Twice, Make It Home Bay Area, Tech Exchange, Waterside Workshop, Fixit Clinic

Grants of $5,000–$10,000 for long-term food access and equity initiatives. This category may be revived or replaced when the revamped grant program launches in fall 2026.

Notable grantees: Homies Empowerment, Local Ecology and Agriculture Fremont, Saba Grocers Initiative, Sunflower Hill