Support Global Food-Donation Reform

Your support helps turn common-sense policy into real-world impact. Every contribution supports efforts to remove barriers that prevent safe, surplus food from reaching people in need.

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

Why we ask for support

We are a nonprofit working to translate proven food-recovery practices into model legislation and voluntary policy adoption.

Contributions support:

• Legislative development

• Outreach to governments and NGOs

• Legal review and translation

• Data tools that document measurable impact

No new technology is required—just the policy work needed to make food donation easier and more effective.

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Transparency & trust

Tax-exempt status

Lazarus Council is a 501(c)(3) public charity. Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.

All contributions are processed securely, and receipts are provided immediately.

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Receipts

You’ll receive an email receipt immediately after donating.

Security

Payments are processed securely by our PCI-compliant provider; we never store full card details.

Refunds

If you donated in error, contact info@lazaruscouncil.com within 30 days.

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Matching & other ways to give

Employer matching

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my gift tax-deductible?

Yes, in the U.S., to the extent allowed by law.

How do I manage/cancel my monthly gift?

A link is included in every receipt, or email info@lazaruscouncil.com.

Will my data be shared?

Never sold. Public display is opt-in only.