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From Surplus to Sustenance
A Community Drive
Berrad El Hay’s Community Fridge program addresses Lebanon’s escalating food insecurity, exacerbated by economic collapse, political instability, and the 2024 war.
Over 910,000 individuals, including children and the elderly, are struggling to meet their basic needs, with the total rising to over 2 million due to the ongoing crisis.
In response to these compounded challenges, Berrad El Hay developed a simple but impactful solution:
Redirecting surplus food, leftovers, and unsold or near to expiry products to community fridges.
The community fridges, placed in strategic neighborhood locations, help distribute food to those in need, alleviating hunger while also reducing food waste.
How Our Community Fridges
Help Those in Need
Our community fridges are regularly stocked with freshly prepared meals, surplus food from local events, and generous donations from restaurants, supermarkets, and neighbors. By repurposing surplus food, we not only reduce waste but also ensure that no one in our community goes to bed hungry.
Each meal is carefully packaged and delivered to elderly and vulnerable individuals who need extra support. But our mission extends beyond just providing food, it’s about building connections, fostering solidarity, and reminding everyone in our community that they are never alone in their challenges.
How Can You Get Involved?
For Households
- Prepare an extra meal for a neighbor
- Donate ingredients
- Share your leftovers
- Give your food surplus a purpose
- Help us spread the word within your community & on social media
For Businesses
- Share your leftovers
- Donate your unused food
- Donate your surplus produce
- Donate near to expiry products / unsold products
- Donate ingredients
For Volunteers
- Plan a day at our community kitchen
- Come with friends or join a group
- Propose a menu and donate what you can
- Help us spread the word within your community & on social media
A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Incredible Partners
None of our efforts would be possible without the unwavering support of our community and business partners. We extend our deepest gratitude to the organizations that share our vision of reducing food waste and uplifting our community. Your continued contributions make a lasting difference, and for that,
We are forever grateful.
Impact on Our Neighborhood in Numbers - 2024
Cooked Meals distributed
through our network of
Community Fridges to elderly and
vulnerable individuals in need.
Meals prepared by our
Community of Super
Cooks and Donors.
Desserts baked by our dedicated
Sweet Tuesday ladies,
adding a touch of sweetness
to every meal.
Stories from Our Neighborhood – خبرية من الحي
“The meals from Berrad El Hay are so much more than food. Each meal is a reminder that we are cared for and not forgotten. It brings such comfort knowing there are people who take the time to ensure we have warmth and nourishment during difficult times.”
“Berrad El Hay’s support has been a true lifeline for our family. Every meal is not only delicious but also a symbol of the strong community we are part of. The kindness and dedication we’ve experienced have been nothing short of heartwarming, reminding us that we are never alone in this journey.”
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St. John the Baptist Parish, Achrafieh
+961 71 746 130
St. Michael Parish, Achrafieh
+961 3 865 987
Notre Dame des Secours Parish, Haret Sakher
+961 3 502 939
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