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Crates of surplus potatoes and tomatoes prepared for food rescue pickup.

Food Rescue Isn’t Just Philanthropy — It’s a Practical Solution

Food Rescue Isn’t Just Philanthropy — It’s a Practical Solution In the food service world, excess isn’t a failure; it’s a reality.   Restaurants, grocery stores, caterers, bakeries and convenience stores Louisville and Southern Indiana operate on choice. Customers expect options, availability and consistency. And where there is choice, there will always be excess. The question isn’t whether excess food will exist — it’s what happens next.   At Kentucky Harvest, we work with food […]

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Kentucky Harvest Seeks Director of Development and Digital Engagement

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED — Kentucky Harvest is excited to announce that we’re growing our team! We’re currently looking for a passionate, strategic, and digitally savvy leader to join us as our new Director of Development and Digital Engagement. This vital role will drive all fundraising efforts, from cultivating donor relationships

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KY Harvest Chosen by Maker’s Mark and Keeneland for “Greats of the Gate” Series

We are thrilled and honored to announce that Kentucky Harvest has been chosen by Maker’s Mark and Keeneland Race Course for their prestigious “Greats of the Gate” bourbon series! This incredible opportunity will not only showcase our organization but also shine a spotlight on the vital work we do in food rescue across our 6-county

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Food Waste is Scary!

It’s scary to recognize that nearly one-third of the world’s food production meets an unfortunate end, contributing to environmental degradation and wasteful resource use. In our beloved 502 area, we witness the local impact of this challenge, with a substantial amount of perfectly good food ending up in landfills each year.

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A Beacon of Hope: CFSI Grants Infuse Vitality into Six Kentuckiana Organizations

In a heartening display of community support, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana (CFSI) has recently announced a substantial injection of funds, totaling $58,846, into the heart of Kentuckiana’s nonprofit sector. This funding, divided among six deserving organizations, emanates from CFSI’s two competitive grant programs: Capacity Building and Community Assist.

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Big Green EggFEST supports KY Harvest

In the heart of Louisville, the sizzle of grills and the aroma of freshly cooked food marks the celebration of the 14th annual Big Green EggFEST, an event that goes beyond culinary delight. It’s a festival that has garnered the attention of food enthusiasts and philanthropists alike, not just for its mouthwatering offerings, but for the noble cause it supports.

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