sustainability
At Hollywood Food Coalition, sustainability is more than a practice. It’s a core value that drives our work.
We aspire to make positive systemic change for our city and planet by ensuring that nutritious food reaches people, not landfills.
Through our Community Exchange, we divert millions of pounds of surplus food each year, reducing waste while strengthening food security across Los Angeles.
Our Community Dinner program also plays a vital role in this effort, serving hot, nourishing meals made from repurposed rescued food every night of the year.
By collaborating with local farmers, restaurants, and food businesses, we create a more resilient and sustainable food system that benefits both people and the environment. From optimizing food rescue and distribution to implementing responsible resource management, we are committed to building long-term solutions that support communities in need while protecting our planet for future generations.
Our Environmental Impact in 2025
2026 Earth Week Events
ALL At once Non-profit partner
Hollywood Bowl October 10-11
We are excited to team up with Jack Johnson as an All At Once Non-Profit Partner on his 2026 Summer Tour! Come see us at the Village Green in Los Angeles at Hollywood Bowl on October 10 and 11 to connect, learn, and take action with us!
We are hosting a sweepstake during Earth Month and Hunger Action Month for a pair of tickets to one of the shows. By donating you will be automatically entered in a sweepstake for a pair of tickets.
The Johnson Ohana Foundation is matching donations contributed to us at the Jack Johnson concert or directly to our organization up to a total of $2,500. Make a donation and it will be doubled by the Johnson Ohana Foundation today!
Grand Central market collaboration
April 19 -25, 2026
In celebration of Earth Week and Hollywood Food Coalition’s work reducing greenhouse gas emissions and water wastage, a percentage of Grand Central Market merch sales will be donated to HoFoCo between the week of April 19-25. Plus, you'll receive a free HoFoCo water bottle with your purchase.
Past Events
Los Angeles Climate Week
April 6-13, 2025
Hollywood Food Coalition is proud to participate in Los Angeles Climate Week™ to collaborate, exchange ideas, and develop local climate solutions. Los Angeles Climate Week™ presents opportunities to engage with climate organizations, policymakers, innovators, companies, and changemakers from LA and beyond on cutting-edge climate change solutions.
Wednesday, April 9, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Hollywood Food Coalition: Scrappy, Rescue-Food Cooking Demo and Tasting
(Location: St Paul’s Commons – 840 Echo Park Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90026)
Related Events
LOS ANGELES FOOD WASTE PREVENTION WEEK
April 7 -13, 2025
Hollywood Food Coalition is thrilled to announce our partnership with Food Waste Prevention Week, taking place April 7-13, 2025!
Joining forces with more than 600 public and private organizations, we are proud to support the mission of reducing food waste in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Together, we can inspire action and create meaningful change.
Why Food Waste Prevention Matters:
Save Money: A family of four can save between $1866-$3000+ per year by reducing wasted food
Conserve Resources: Wasted food means wasted labor, land, water, and energy used in its production and transportation.
Improve Food Access: Safe and nutritious food could be better utilized to improve food access in our communities.
Food Waste Prevention Week aligns with the EPA, USDA, and FDA’s “Winning on Reducing Food Waste” initiative, which aims to cut food waste by 50% by 2030. Food waste in landfills releases methane gas, a significant contributor to climate change. By working together to divert good food from landfills, conserve resources, reduce environmental impacts, and build stronger, more resilient communities.
As an official partner for Food Waste Prevention Week, we are committed to amplifying the message that reducing food waste supports a stronger economy, a healthier environment, and greater food security for all.
Let’s make a difference together!