Our mission is bigger than any one organization. It requires all of us. Sur+ is more than a food rescue initiative -- it’s a movement for change. We’re shaping a future where each meal reflects compassion, sustainability, and community. Together, we nourish lives, lift spirits, and open doors to a brighter future.
As a funder and partner, you fuel more than a bold new effort. You help build a food system that’s equitable, efficient, and built to last. As an early ally, this isn’t just supporting change -- you’re co-creating it.
Your support multiplies impact by unlocking surplus food, nourishing families, and rallying a network of changemakers. It sets powerful change in motion, one ripple at a time.
Feel good knowing you’re helping tackle hunger and climate change through one shared, powerful mission.
Every $1 invested in food waste reduction returns $4 to society through environmental, health, and hunger relief benefits.
Unlike many food rescue efforts that rely primarily on volunteers, we’re investing in people, local jobs, and lasting food systems.
For every ton of food recovered, we prevent 3.8 metric tons of CO₂e emissions and 1,800+ gallons of water waste.
Food recovery is 10x more cost-effective than producing new food to meet the same need.
We're in our pre-launch phase, building our infrastructure and team. Sur+ actively seeks partners who recognize the urgency of the food waste and hunger crisis and are prepared to take meaningful action.
Support our work to save more surplus food from waste. You’ll help create a smarter system that lasts. Most importantly, you’ll ensure everyone has access to nutritious food.
Will your business partner with us to create real change? Join us as a committed, sustainable funding partner. We’d love to connect with you!
Surplus food donors are catalysts for change -- turning excess into opportunity. Your partnership with Sur+ helps nourish families, reduce waste, and demonstrate your dedication to community and sustainability.
Donating surplus food isn’t just the right thing to do -- it’s also a smart financial decision. Under federal law (IRC §170(e)(3)), eligible food donations may qualify for enhanced tax deductions -- up to twice the cost of the donated food -- while also helping you avoid costly disposal fees.
That’s the power of turning surplus into shared value.
Our donation process ensures compliance, food safety, and liability protection under the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act.
Every $1 spent on our services returns up to $12-$14 in value to your business through tax savings, reduced waste costs, and operational efficiency.
Donating prevents methane emissions from landfills and lowers your carbon footprint.
Boost your ESG and CSR profile with measurable impact that speaks to customers, employees, and stakeholders.
Contact us at hello@surplusfoods.org or complete this form.
Contact us at hello@surplusfoods.org or complete this form.
Donor partners include a variety of sources. They range from local farms and farmer markets to grocery stores and manufacturer processors. Other donors are retailers, wholesalers, restaurants, bakers, and caterers. Corporate cafeterias, event venues, sports stadiums, and airports also participate. Schools, universities, hospitals, hotels, and convention centers can donate too. Basically, any business with surplus food can be a donor!
We accept:
We do NOT accept:
If you have any questions about donating food, please contact us at hello@surplusbites.org.
Yes! The federal Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act protects food donors and food assistance agencies. Learn more here.
Yes! Learn about federal tax incentives here.
Every donation, large or small, makes a significant difference to those in need in our community. While we don’t enforce a strict minimum for pick-up, we use our best judgment on a case-by-case basis to ensure we’re utilizing our resources effectively.
We arrange a convenient time for your business. Our technology platform makes it easy!
No, we do not have a drop off location. We come directly to you to ensure food gets to those in need quickly and efficiently. Do you have surplus food that you would like to donate? We would love to hear from you! Please contact us at hello@surplusfoods.org or complete this form.
No, we can only accept donated food from businesses.
Sur+ makes it easier for food assistance partners to serve their communities with dignity and care. Our reliable, high-quality donations help you reach more people with fresh, nourishing food. We take the burden of sourcing off your plate so you can stay focused on what matters most: feeding neighbors in need.
Gain access to a steady stream of fresh surplus food. Expand your reach to serve more people in need.
Expand beyond shelf-stable foods with nutritious fresh produce, dairy, proteins, and prepared meals.
Our food safety protocols, logistics, and tracking make sure rescued food gets to you fast and safe.
Whether you need bulk deliveries, small batches, or scheduled distributions, we’ve got you covered.
Sur+ works with various food partner agencies. These include food banks, pantries, meal programs, shelters, community centers, and other local groups that fight food insecurity. These partnerships help us quickly share nutritious surplus food with those in need.
Sur+ partners with each food agency to provide donated surplus food that meets their specific needs. We consider factors such as capacity to receive, proximity to food donors, and receiving hours. Donations include produce, dairy, meat, pre-packaged perishables, prepared foods, baked goods, and packaged non-perishables.
Sur+ collaborates with each of our food agency partners to establish donation frequencies and matches with businesses that donate surplus food. Some donations are one-time, while others follow a regular schedule.
At Sur+, we work to build strong ties with businesses that have surplus food. We partner with grocery stores, farms, wholesalers, universities, event venues, restaurants, caterers, and more in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. By fostering these connections, we ensure that food donation recipients can focus on what matters most—serving their communities.
Yes! This is what sets Sur+ apart. We have strong food agency partnerships. Also, we run a direct-to-community program. This includes hyper-local partnerships and pop-up mobile markets. These efforts bring nutritious food straight to those in need.
Sur+ offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals to contribute their time and energy to fight food waste and hunger. Volunteers are vital to our mission. They help turn surplus food into valuable resources for those in need. Sorting donations, helping with food distribution, or supporting events, you truly make a difference. When you volunteer with Sur+, you support a sustainable food system. You also help cut down on waste and empower communities. Join us in making lasting change through meaningful action!
To close the food waste and hunger gap, we need to do things differently. Not only with innovation in logistics and technology but also through teamwork for better design and bigger impact.
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Reducing hunger and waste by connecting surplus food to unmet demand using smart logistics and technology.
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