Provisional agreement reached on EU food waste reduction targets
On 19 February, the Council Presidency and European Parliament representatives reached a provisional agreement on the targeted revision of the Waste Framework Directive, setting EU targets for food waste reduction by 2030 and measures towards a more sustainable and less waste-producing textile sector. Binding food waste reduction targets to be met at national level by […]
FEBA Presents at Geopost HQ in Paris
In February, our Fundraising and Partnerships Manager, Anna Dekker, M.A., had the opportunity to present the work of the European Food Banks Federation (FEBA) at Geopost HQ in Paris. The discussion focused on FEBA’s key achievements, the challenges facing our network, and the valuable impact of Geopost’s support over the past three years. Key highlights […]
Morning Insights: Harvesting Hope with Groente & Fruitbrigade
On 31 January, our first Morning Insights session of 2025 featured an inspiring presentation from Mary van Hoek-Hendriks, former Board Secretary and Board Member of Communication and Marketing at Groente & Fruitbrigade. Mary shared the remarkable journey of this initiative, which has transformed surplus fresh produce into a vital resource for food banks across the […]
Request for Proposals – Framework Services Agreement for the “Elevating Narratives” Project
FEBA invites proposals for a Framework Services Agreement to support the implementation of our Elevating Narratives project. We seek proposals from qualified service providers with expertise in branding, website development, and strategic communications. The selected contractor(s) will collaborate closely with the FEBA team to deliver high-quality outcomes. Please refer to the Request for Proposals document […]
Irish Tech, Global Impact: Foodiverse Redefines Food Donations in Kenya
In its first year, Foodiverse, FoodCloud’s virtual food rescue platform, redistributed nearly 2.2 million meals with Food Banking Kenya, saving over 494 tonnes of CO2. The platform connects local food donors directly with beneficiary agencies, reducing transport costs and improving food access. Over 500 tonnes of surplus food were distributed, supporting more than 5,000 people. […]
Banques Alimentaires launches new direct food aid initiative: RAYON
For the first time in 40 years, the Banques Alimentaires have launched a direct food aid initiative: the RAYON®. This new network aims to make food aid more accessible, varied, and socially inclusive. The RAYON® targets those facing financial hardship, offering affordable food, hygiene, and cleaning products at up to 90% off. From 6 February […]
FEBA Team visits FoodCloud in Dublin
From 22 to 24 January, FEBA CEO Esteban Arriaga, and Sofiia Vara and Laura Green from the FEBA Network Development Department, visited FoodCloud in Dublin, Ireland. The team visited their central warehouse and took part in the Food Rescue Project, which introduced them to local store collections and deliveries to charities. Discussions between the teams […]
FEBA President becomes part of the European Board on Agriculture and Food
FEBA is delighted to announce the participation of its President Bernard Valluis in the European Board on Agriculture and Food (EBAF). This follows as continuation of the Strategic Dialogues on the Future of Agriculture which was attended by Jacques Vandenschrik last year. We look forward to working together in shaping a more sustainable and fair […]
UK Government announces £15M fund to save surplus farm food
To strengthen the links between farms and charities and help solve the problem of farm food waste, a new scheme will see grants made available to the not-for-profit food redistribution sector in England. Throughout the year but especially over Christmas, the season of goodwill, this will help organisations like homeless shelters, food banks and charities […]
Food Bank Moldova celebrates commitment to preventing food waste
In November, Food Bank Moldova held the first edition of the Gala Recunoștinței pentru Prevenirea Risipei de Alimente (Gratitude Gala for Preventing Food Waste), an event dedicated to recognising organisations and individuals who actively support the fight against food waste. Among the honourees was Kaufland Moldova, the first retailer to partner with Food Bank Moldova […]
