It takes a large-scale effort to feed the thousands of visitors to the U.S. Open. As the event ends, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (the Food Bank) and 412 Food Rescue are excited to announce a food recovery effort with Ridgewells Catering, USGA and Oakmont to connect the unused, high-quality meals with neighbors in need. This year, Ridgewells was able to donate 46,000 lbs of food to the Food Bank and 412 Food Rescue.
“Event planners do a great job at ordering and preparing food for the anticipated crowds at big gatherings like the US Open. We know that there is always good food available to rescue after these types of events and by working with our two organizations, the US Open is ensuring this food will instead go to serve neighbors facing food insecurity. We are excited to assist in making this effort a success,” said Alyssa Cholodosky, CEO of 412 Food Rescue. “The US Open is an iconic event, and their commitment to ensuring this positive impact in the community is very gratifying.”
This is the second time Ridgewells Catering has partnered with food assistance organizations in the Pittsburgh region for the U.S. Open. Donated food will go out to partners of the Food Bank and 412 Food Rescue.
“Donations like these are critical in feeding the most vulnerable members of our community. Our hope is that more food vendors see the beauty in donating when they’re finished with a large event. Food insecurity is at a record high in our region, and meals like these help our neighbors thrive,” said Holly Ramey, the Food Bank’s food recovery programs manager.
The donation includes prepared meals and canned items which will be brought back to the Food Bank, sorted and distributed between the two food resource organizations. Non-food items are also included in the donations including plates, napkins and silverware.
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