Food Waste Prevention Week: Lloyd EcoDistrict Edition
Food Waste Prevention Week: April 7 – 13
Join us as we celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, a time dedicated to reducing food waste and enhancing community sustainability. This week is packed with activities designed to educate, engage, and inspire action.
Week’s Agenda:
Monday: Launch Day and Restaurant Outreach
Event Details: We kick off Food Waste Prevention Week by launching a comprehensive resource page featuring practical solutions for managing food waste at every stage.
Join us online and read our newly launched resource page with local wood waste solutions for all stages and volumes of food waste as we promote sustainable food waste practices.
Check out the link below, and share on socials to spread the word!
Tuesday: “CHOPPED” Volunteer Day with Milk Crate Kitchen
Event Details: Join other Lloyd folks as we participate in a “Chopped”-style volunteer cooking challenge with Milk Crate Kitchen in their Hollywood neighborhood commercial kitchen. An exciting opportunity to help prepare meals while participating in a fun and educational cooking challenge.
Register below, and meet us at: Rose City Presbyterian Church (1907 NE 45th Ave, Portland, OR 97213) from 1:00-4:00 PM on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
Wednesday: Support for Right 2 Dream Too & Free Fridges Across Portland
Event Details: Join our social media drive to support the free fridge program at Right 2 Dream Too, just steps from the Moda Center. A special video will guide you through the process of contributing effectively.
Also, check out this handy online resource of free fridge locations across Portland.
Thursday: Lunch and Learn with Milk Crate Kitchen
Event Details: Learn all about Milk Crate Kitchen, a chef-driven nonprofit that rescues food and feeds the hungry – all for free! Dive deep into how they got started and ways they build community with nutritious meals that divert waste. This free lunch event is open to all—learn, engage, and support Milk Crate Kitchen’s mission.
Register below, and meet us at (LOCATION TBD) from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Friday: Community Garden Support at Weidler Village
Event Details: We’re installing a solar digester and planting edible, pollinator-friendly plants at the WeidlerVillage community garden. This initiative enhances sustainability and supports community food resources.
Follow WeidlerVillage’s journey online as they test out their solar digester and plant new herbs in their shared communal garden.
Throughout the Week:
Engage with national competitions, webinars, and in-person events happening around Oregon.
Get Involved & Make a Difference
This week is about taking action and spreading knowledge. Participating in Food Waste Prevention Week contributes to a larger movement aimed at sustainability and effective resource management. Let’s reduce waste, support our community, and protect our planet together.