Food Rescue
Nothing wasted, everything shared.
Every morning, near-expiry products arrive from supermarkets, restaurants, caterers, and events, unsold ready meals, surplus stock, and fresh vegetables that would otherwise be thrown out. If it’s safe to eat but no longer commercially viable, we rescue it.
8,115 meals rescued from food waste in 2025, and climbing. In our busiest seasons, we now rescue up to 12,000 meals in a single stretch.
How it works:
- Collect – We partner with local food providers for scheduled pickups. Every donation is inspected on arrival.
Sort & Store – Items are checked against “Use By” and “Best Before” guidelines. What’s ready to eat goes straight to the fridges; the rest goes to Matbakh El Hay.
Cook & Rescue – Our community kitchen transforms what needs transforming into hot, hearty meals.
Distribute – Meals and fresh items reach community fridges, partner NGOs, and vulnerable families across the neighborhood.
Our partners: restaurants, bakeries, caterers, and grocery shops across Beirut. (Full partner list on Our Partners page)