foodsharing Nairobi (Global Program)

FoodSharing Kenya operates nationally to reduce food waste and fight hunger. In Nairobi, we run the Foodsharing Nairobi District, a flagship program implemented under the global Foodsharing.de movement.

This initiative brings a proven food rescue and redistribution model to Kenya—connecting surplus food from businesses to communities in need.

What is the Foodsharing Nairobi District?

The Foodsharing Nairobi District is a structured, volunteer-driven system designed to:

• Rescue surplus food before it is wasted

• Redistribute food to vulnerable communities

• Reduce environmental impact from food waste

• Build a sustainable, community-led food system

It adapts the successful Foodsharing model used across Europe and applies it locally in Nairobi.

🔄 How Food Rescue Works in Nairobi

Our food rescue system follows a simple but powerful process:

1. Food Sourcing

We partner with:

• Supermarkets

• Restaurants

• Hotels

• Farms

• Events

These partners donate safe, surplus food that would otherwise go to waste.

2. Foodsaver Volunteers

Trained volunteers (“Foodsavers”) coordinate pickups, handle food safely, and ensure efficient redistribution.

3. Redistribution

Food is shared with:

• Informal settlements (e.g., Korogocho)

• Schools and children’s programs

• Low-income families

• Community groups

4. Impact

• Reduced food waste in Nairobi

• Increased access to food for vulnerable communities

• Lower environmental footprint

🌍 Global Connection, Local Action

The Nairobi District is implemented under the global Foodsharing.de network, which has built one of the world’s most effective volunteer-based food rescue systems.

Through this partnership, FoodSharing Kenya benefits from:

• Proven operational systems

• Volunteer coordination models

• Global knowledge and best practices

🇰🇪 Our Work Beyond Nairobi

While the Nairobi District operates under the Foodsharing.de model, FoodSharing Kenya works across the country through:

• Community feeding programs

• Food redistribution initiatives

• Youth and volunteer engagement

• Climate action and food waste awareness

This ensures both local impact and national reach.

📊 Why Food Rescue Matters in Kenya

• Large amounts of food are lost or wasted every year

• Many communities still face food insecurity

• Food waste contributes to climate change

Food rescue creates a practical solution by redirecting surplus food to where it is needed most.

🤝 Get Involved

Join the Foodsharing Nairobi District and be part of the solution:

👉 Volunteer as a Foodsaver

👉 Partner as a food donor

👉 Support our programs

Together, we can reduce food waste, fight hunger, and build a sustainable future in Kenya.