Global partnerships The Global FoodBanking Network operates in over 50 countries and collaborates with major private sector partners such as Starbucks and McDonald’s to optimize food donations and distribution, presenting opportunities to expand corporate partnerships and co-branded sustainability programs.

Scale and impact With a reach that provided food to more than 39 million people in 2024, there is strong social impact and potential for grant-funded programs, donor engagements, and enterprise partnerships aimed at expanding food recovery, waste reduction, and resilience programs.

Technology enablement Usage of Salesforce, Google Cloud, Snowplow, and analytics tools indicates readiness for data-driven donor management, impact reporting, and digital fundraising campaigns; offers selling points for enhanced CRM, analytics, and cloud-based collaboration solutions to streamline operations.

Policy and training Longstanding collaboration on the Global Food Donation Policy Atlas and pilot food safety programs shows appetite for capacity-building, compliance, and knowledge-sharing initiatives; potential for training services, certification programs, and policy advisory offerings.

Sustainability focus Emphasis on reducing food waste and addressing climate impacts positions the organization as a fit for sustainability-focused grants, circular economy projects, and partnerships with eco-conscious brands seeking alignment with climate and food security goals.