European Food Banks Federation - FEBA

Since its establishment in 2016, the Banca pentru Alimente Bucuresti has exemplified dedication and collaboration, strengthening its partnership with #FEBA. A key milestone was when Banca pentru Alimente Bucuresti joined FEBA as an Associate Member in April 2019. Later, in 2020, the Federația Băncilor pentru Alimente din România – FBAR was formed. Their collaboration with FEBA has led to initiatives such as a communications workshop during the FEBA Annual Convention and joint Data Collection efforts. This fall, FBAR's transparency and excellence were recognized with the announcement that, as of November 14, 2024, FEBA granted them Full Member status. We congratulate Federația Băncilor pentru Alimente din România – FBAR on this achievement, which reflects their hard work and dedication, and we are very proud to have them as a valued member of our network. 💚 #WeAreFEBA

To mark #VolunteerDay, the Brussels Bloomberg team came together to make a meaningful impact by assembling around 500 food and hygiene supply kits for the Brussels Brabant Food Bank. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and made this effort possible. A special thanks also goes out to the countless volunteers, both regular and occasional, who dedicate their time to #FoodBanks. Their contributions are crucial to combating hunger and reducing food waste. It’s worth recognising that across Europe, the work of Food Banks relies heavily on volunteers, who currently make up an impressive 94% of the workforce (according to 2023 data from FEBA Members).

As winter approaches, millions of Ukrainians are facing severe food shortages. The world boxing champion Oleksandr #Usyk has partnered with the European Food Banks Federation & Ukrainian Food Banks Federation to ensure no one goes hungry during these challenging times. 🎯Our shared goal is 1 million euros or 25,000 food kits. Your donation will help deliver vital food supplies to families, children, and displaced persons across #Ukraine. Every contribution makes an impact in providing meals to those in urgent need. Together, we stand with Ukraine! #Donate now & Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dPAGXdKn

Many FEBA Members carry out #FoodCollections in their countries at this time of year. During these initiatives, countless citizens collaborate, enabling #FoodBanks to gather supplies and replenish stocks in their warehouses. Food collections are only possible thanks to the collaboration of thousands of supermarkets and retailers and the mobilisation of hundreds of thousands of volunteers. This year, several Carrier employees made valuable contributions: 📍 In Prague, Czech Republic, 15 employees participated in a volunteering initiative on 21 November with the Czech Food Bank Potravinová banka Central, helping to sort goods and prepare food packages for beneficiaries. 📍 In Rueil-Malmaison, France, on 22 November, 10 employees from Carrier Transicold Europe volunteered their time to support the French Food Bank, the Fédération Française des Banques Alimentaires by assisting with food collections in three supermarkets near the office. Additionally, this year, Carrier donated $35,000 to #FEBA. These funds will support FEBA in expanding critical online data collection, developing a knowledge-sharing portal, and facilitating skill-sharing sessions across the network to enhance capacity-building efforts. Thank you, Carrier!

Yesterday, FEBA held the Inaugural “Taste of Thanks” Partners Event. In this virtual event, we had the chance to reflect on #FoodBanks' impact in Europe and acknowledge the importance of our Partners' support. As part of this event, we were glad to present the winners of the first edition of the FEBA #InnovationGrant, an initiative sponsored by General Mills and #Cargill that we started this year. The Innovation Grant, a beacon of hope for the food banking community, aims to distinguish innovative ideas from those of our members, inspiring us all to strive for excellence. The winners of this edition were: 🥇Magyar Élelmiszerbank Egyesület – Development of the Food For Free online platform for B2C food donations. 🥈Τράπεζα Τροφίμων – Tool for Delegated Distribution and Micro-Surplus Food Waste Prevention. 🥉FoodCloud – FoodCloud E-Commerce Development Project. 👏 Congratulations to the winners, and a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, General Mills and #Cargill, for their invaluable support!

📢 FEBA is #hiring! FEBA is seeking an experienced and driven Head of Network Development and Policy, who will be responsible for leading, developing, and implementing strategies that expand the capacity, efficiency, and impact of the European Food Banks Federation’s network.  The role requires a hands-on manager with strong communication skills, an understanding of EU policies, and expertise in non-profit development. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of Network Development and Policy will play a crucial role in shaping the food banking movement and executing the core mission of FEBA. 📆 The application deadline is 5pm, Friday 15 November 2024 Know more: https://lnkd.in/ddSTeMEm

🤝 Today, we also want to express our gratitude to those who help us combat food insecurity and redistribute nutritious food to those in need. In 2023, the 352 Food Banks in our network redistributed over 839,000 tonnes of food through 44,000 charitable organisations, serving a total of 12.8 million people in need across Europe. Thanks to Amway ESAN’s generous donation, we were able to support nearly 17,000 children with food and assistance. Thank you, Amway ESAN! #WorldFoodDay

On this #WorldFoodDay, we emphasize the critical role European #FoodBanks play in reducing food insecurity and avoiding food waste. While everyone should have access to safe and nutritious food, the reality is, unfortunately quite different. 🚩 Our latest report on the impact of the socio-economic crisis on FEBA Members leaves no room for doubt: 89.7% of respondents have observed a significant rise in food requests during 2023. European #FoodBanks are doing their best to help those in our societies struggling most to make ends meet, but they can’t do it alone. Now more than ever, external support is vital to ensure that everyone has access to safe, nutritious food. 🥣🥗 👉 Swipe to learn how you can take action and help make a difference. 💚 Donate here: https://lnkd.in/d84kFvwu 📄 Read the report: https://lnkd.in/datYgF3J

Welcome to the team, Laura Green! Laura began her journey in food systems sustainability during her food banking days in Oxford, which sparked her drive to tackle food waste and promote environmental sustainability across the food supply chain. With over 10 years of experience in food systems research, she is committed to transforming food systems to be healthier, fairer, and more sustainable. Laura has led projects on food waste reduction, sustainable agriculture, and climate mitigation, specialising in quantitative analysis and stakeholder engagement. She enjoys cooking dishes from across the globe, but her favourite is Ixta Belfrage’s Prawn and Habanero lasagne, which combines Italian, Mexican, and Brazilian flavours.

October marks an important milestone for Banca pentru Alimente Bucuresti and Federația Băncilor pentru Alimente din România – FBAR with the opening of a new logistics hub. FEBA CEO, Esteban Arriaga Miranda, and Project Manager, Sofiia Vara, were present at the inauguration of this modern facility. The new hub, which spans 1,913 square metres, features state-of-the-art storage, including 224 square metres of temperature-controlled areas to ensure the safe preservation of perishable foods. This will enable more efficient collection, storage, and distribution of food to vulnerable people across Romania. As the first #FoodBank in Romania, the Bucharest Food Bank has, since its founding in 2016, saved over 🥗 11,419 tonnes of food and provided more than 🥣 22.8 million meals. With the increased capacity of this new hub, even more individuals in need will be reached nationwide. 🤝 Together, we continue our mission to fight #FoodInsecurity and reduce #FoodWaste in Romania and beyond. 🌍 #WeAreFEBA