Pilot program Food Donation Connection www.foodtodonate.com
Orientation
From Supporters and Policy Makers to Laws and Lives Changed
Every model food-donation law adopted can help reduce waste and expand access to nourishment. By tracking publicly available progress and highlighting global participation, we demonstrate how practical policy reform can strengthen long-term food security.
Our goal is not only to advocate for change, but to document it, share best practices, and recognize those contributing to meaningful progress.
Impact
Key Impact Metrics We Track
Each nation, region, or partner organization that adopts or supports model food-donation laws contributes to the global progress map. Our metrics focus on transparency and voluntary reporting, without unnecessary complexity:
Food waste reduction
Tons of edible food saved annually
Volume diverted from landfills
Meals provided
Equivalent number of meals donated or served
People nourished per year
Policy adoption progress
Number of model food-donation laws adopted, introduced, or under consideration.
Geographic coverage of reform
Environmental impact
CO₂ and methane reduction estimates
Sustainability impact
Economic efficiency
Average cost per meal saved vs. traditional aid
Demonstrated fiscal benefit
Participation in reporting is voluntary, and information reflected in global tracking is based on publicly shared data.
As participation grows, we will publish an interactive global map highlighting countries, organizations, and individuals supporting or adopting model food-donation laws.
Every metric tells a human story: fewer empty plates, fewer wasted meals, stronger global systems.
Impact
Worldwide Donation Activity
The number of unique donations (by location) entered into eLog around the world by hour, over the last 48 hours.
Partnerships in Progress
The Lazarus Council collaborates with global and local partners to transform policy into practice
Governments and Legislators
Supporting adoption and implementation of Lazarus model laws.
Nonprofits and NGOs
Connecting surplus food to people in need.
Academic Partners
Analyzing outcomes (ReFED, FAO).
Private Sector Leaders
Logistics, cold-chain, and retail data support.
As adoption grows, we’ll publish an interactive global map showing every country, organization, and public figure who supports model food-donation laws or shared best practices—because leadership deserves recognition.
Real-World Progress
Pilot efforts already show the power of reform
Each success story proves that when barriers are removed, generosity flows naturally.
Transparency & Recognition
The Lazarus Council’s open dashboard will provide
Visible acknowledgment of all government, NGO, and corporate supporters.
Regular global updates on measurable impact.
Summary reports highlighting milestones, voluntary participation, and newly adopted model food-donation laws.
All information will be publicly available—because transparency builds trust and public recognition inspires participation.
Join the Global Network
Your Data, Insights, and Sponsorship Drive Our Impact
Organizations, governments, and citizens can join the Lazarus Impact Network to contribute data, share insights, or sponsor future initiatives.
Those who act deserve to be seen. Stand with the Lazarus Council and be counted among those working to reduce hunger and strengthen long-term food security.
