Become Food Recovery Verified

FRN is committed to helping food businesses and events become more sustainable through food recovery. Our team provides resources, guidance; and logistical support to help food businesses and event planners establish a food recovery program that meets their needs.

We work with a diverse range of food businesses and events. No matter the size or structure of your operation, our team is here to offer guidance on how you can start recovering food. Join our network and become a part of the movement to fight food waste and feed people!

FRN staff and volunteers unload surplus food from a truck to donate. Photo Credit ©Ellen Friedlander.
FRN staff and volunteers deliver 1,200 pounds of surplus food to Westside Food Bank in Los Angeles. Photo Credit ©Ellen Friedlander.

FRN is delighted to provide recognition to food businesses that donate their surplus food to feed people. Please review the information below to get started.

I am a current food donor

If you represent a food business that already has a food recovery program established, we invite you to apply for FRN’s Food Recovery Verification today!

  • Applications are processed within 10 business days

  • FRV businesses will receive digital assets to include in marketing materials

  • FRV businesses will receive technical support and assistance from FRN to help maintain their food recovery program should challenges arise

  • Verification must be renewed annually (don’t worry, we’ll remind you!)

I need FRN’s Help to start donating

If you represent a food business or event seeking FRN’s help to set up a food recovery program please follow the steps below to get started:

  • Fill out the intake form linked below to request food recovery support from FRN

  • An FRN team member will reach out within 5-7 business days to provide a quote and proposed scope of work

If you are uncertain about your eligibility to apply for FRV or to request food recovery support for your business or event, please email our team at foodrecoveryverified@foodrecoverynetwork.org or schedule an inquiry call. We will work with you to ensure you can become Food Recovery Verified!

Examples of our work

Food Recovery Verified Accounts

We are delighted to recognize the members of FRN’s Food Recovery Verified program! Thank you for your leadership and commitment to sustainable initiatives and anti-hunger work. Together, we are changing the norm from food waste to food recovery.

Food Recovery Verified (™) is a network of food businesses and events committed to fighting waste and feeding people. In an effort to be more inclusive and recognize all who choose to recover food, we are thrilled to officially expand FRN’s network to include verified partners beyond the higher education sector.

Food Recovery Verified. Join the network.