Food Rescue Program — Community Storehouse
Programs
Food Rescue
We collect surplus food from local grocery stores, restaurants, and farms that would otherwise go to waste — and get it to families in need right here in Martinsville & Henry County.
Tons rescued
Every year
Local donors
Grocery stores, farms & restaurants
Zero waste
Good food stays out of landfills
Free
To all recipients
About the Program
Good food shouldn't go to waste when neighbors are hungry.
Every day, grocery stores, restaurants, and farms in our area have surplus food they can't sell or use — perfectly good produce, bread, dairy, and prepared meals that would otherwise end up in a landfill.
Our Food Rescue program changes that. We partner with local businesses and farms to collect that surplus food and redistribute it quickly to families in need throughout Martinsville & Henry County.
It's a win for everyone: donors reduce waste, families receive fresh nutritious food, and our community grows stronger together.
How It Works
From surplus to someone's table
Step 1
Donors Set Aside Surplus
Partnering grocery stores, restaurants, and farms set aside food that is still safe and nutritious but can no longer be sold or used.
Step 2
We Pick It Up
Our team and volunteers make regular pickups from donor locations, ensuring food is collected quickly to preserve freshness and quality.
Step 3
Sorted & Prepared
Back at the Storehouse, rescued food is sorted, inspected, and prepared for distribution alongside our other food programs.
Step 4
Families Receive It
Rescued food reaches families in need through our Client Choice pantry, Home Delivery program, and other distribution channels.
Our Donor Partners
Local businesses making a difference
We're grateful to the grocery stores, restaurants, farms, and food businesses across Martinsville & Henry County who partner with us to rescue good food. If your business has surplus food to donate, we'd love to hear from you.
Become a Donor PartnerHelp us rescue more food.
Food Rescue runs on community support. Whether you want to volunteer for pickups, donate, or partner your business with us — there's a place for you in this program.