French Food Banks at SIA2025: Promoting access to quality food for all
At the Salon International de l’Agriculture (SIA 2025), Les Banques Alimentaires highlighted the importance of food access for everyone. Under the theme “Bien se nourrir, pour tous et partout”, they showcased solidarity at every step of the food chain. Key moments included two major conferences: 24 February: “Who Benefits from Food Aid?” exploring socio-economic situations, […]
Ukrainian Food Banks Federation Launches “Hot Food in Cold Winter” Project
The Ukrainian Food Banks Federation (UFBF) has launched the “Hot Food in Cold Winter” project in partnership with the Iskra Dobra Charity Foundation. The initiative includes a mobile kitchen capable of preparing up to 5,000 meals a day, bringing hot food to the most affected regions. The project, supported by MHP, monobank, 1+1, Yevhen Pivovarov […]
FEBA attended the online CoP on Material Support meeting
On 19 February 2025, FEBA participated in the online meeting of the ESF+ Community of Practice on Material Support (CoP on MS). This event explored the European Union’s strategies and objectives for reducing poverty and promoting social inclusion. It focused on how to leverage synergies between the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and other EU […]
FEBA President attends first meeting of the European Board on Agriculture and Food
On 4 February 2025, FEBA President Bernard Valluis attended the first meeting of the European Board on Agriculture and Food (EBAF). All stakeholders met for the first time and discussed various topics relevant to the food and agricultural sector. Learn more about the EBAF.
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’s Head of Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships visits England to strengthen collaboration on food waste prevention
This month, Suzanne Zudiker, FEBA’s Head of Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships, travelled to England to connect with key partners and explore innovative approaches to tackling food insecurity and food waste. A Morning at The Abbey Centre Suzanne began her visit with Tom Beardmore, Senior Trusts and Grants Manager at FareShare UK. Together, they visited […]
FEBA kicks off fifth year of Data Collection and Digital Transformation Project
On 18 February, FEBA launched the fifth year of its Data Collection and Digital Transformation project with an online Kick-off meeting attended by 31 participants, including representatives from 21 FEBA Member organisations. The session showcased the project’s progress and set out ambitious plans for the year ahead. A key highlight was the unveiling of improvements […]
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 […]
FEBA participates in International Conference on Responsible Consumption in Prague
FEBA took part in the international conference “Zodpovědné spotřebitelství aneb Planeta jako ohrožený druh”, held at the Czech Parliament under the patronage of First Deputy Speaker Věra Kovářová. The event focused on minimising food waste and promoting responsible consumption, bringing together experts from retail, manufacturing, academia, and the non-profit sector. FEBA contributed by sharing insights […]
