ResQ2Feed Oneida County

04/17/2026

ResQ2Feed was at the table — literally.

We had the privilege of attending and tabling at the Mohawk Valley Healthy Lifestyles Partnership Health Equity Summit at the Delta Hotel in Utica, alongside some of the most dedicated community health leaders in Oneida County.

We connected with the County Health Department, Valley Health System, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties, Life Center, and Acres — organizations working every day to make our county healthier and more equitable.
ResQ2Feed is proud to stand alongside this community as a partner in the food health network — connecting rescued food to the families and communities who need it most." ResQ2Feed Oneida County closes the food security gap that Oneida County's own Community Health Assessment has identified as a worsening public health priority.

The conversations we had today are exactly why we do this work. More to come.

04/13/2026

New York State's average for limited healthy food access is 2%. Oneida County's is 6% — three times higher, and worsening.

This isn't just about convenience. The Oneida County Health Assessment connects food access directly to chronic disease, mental health struggles, and poverty. When people can't easily reach affordable, nutritious food, everything else gets harder.

That's why food rescue matters. Share if you agree.

04/06/2026

Did you know that 9.9% of adults 65+ in Oneida County are living in poverty?

Oneida County's official 2025–2030 health improvement plan specifically calls for interventions to "reduce food insecurity for older adults living in poverty" — particularly in rural areas.

Older adults are a priority population when it comes to addressing food insecurity—and for good reason. Limited mobility, fixed incomes, and rural access challenges make it harder to get the food they need.

ResQ2Feed answers that call. We partner with organizations serving older residents to make sure rescued food reaches those who need it most — and who are least likely to ask for help
👉 You can help.
Volunteer. Partner. Donate.
Together, we can ensure no senior goes hungry.

04/04/2026

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03/31/2026

According to the new Oneida County Community Health Assessment, 13% of our neighbors lack reliable access to food — and that number is rising.

That's not a national statistic. That's Utica. Rome. New Hartford. Our community.

ResQ2Feed exists to close this gap — rescuing food that would be wasted and getting it to the people who need it most. 🥦

03/26/2026

🎉 Big news from REsQ2Feed!

We are thrilled to announce that we've received a $500 Spark Good Grant from our local New Hartford Store #1677!
This generous grant will power our Food Rescue Hero platform for the entire month of April — helping us rescue more food and fight hunger right here in our community. 🍎🥫
Every dollar goes directly toward connecting surplus food with families who need it most. We are proud to spark good alongside Walmart and make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Thank you, Walmart Store #1677, for believing in our mission! 💙

03/08/2026

Header: 🧡 BREAKING NEWS: February's Food Rescue numbers are IN! 🧡
We've done it again, Oneida County! 🙌
Your dedication to reducing food waste and supporting our neighbors is paying off. In spite of the weather and frigid temperatures In February, ResQ2Feed was able to rescue:
🌟 10,538 POUNDS of perfectly good food!
That’s over 8,700 MEALS that went directly to people in our community who need them most.
We can't thank you enough for making this happen—our volunteers, partners, donors, and every single one of you spread the word. This is your victory.
Let's keep the momentum going! Together, we can build a stronger, more connected Oneida County where no one goes hungry. www.resq2feed.org

02/24/2026

🌟 January Impact Report — The Numbers Are In!
Last month, YOUR support made something incredible possible right here in our community.
✅ 13,172 lbs of food rescued — from potatoes to produce to prepared meals ✅ 10,970 meals provided to neighbors in need ✅ 30,780 lbs of CO₂ emissions prevented — good for people AND the planet
From baked goods to meat & protein, no food goes to waste when this community shows up. 💪
Want to be part of the next chapter? Here's how you can help: 🥫 Donate surplus food → resq2feed.org/donate-foods 🙌 Volunteer your time → download our app Food Rescue Hero 💛 Fund our rescues → givebutter.com/hundredfold
Every pound rescued is a meal on someone's table. ❤️
Share this carousel so more people know food rescue is real and happening RIGHT NOW.

02/12/2026

Love means showing up for our neighbors, for our community, and for a more just food system. This February, we want to thank you for being part of the movement that turns surplus into support and compassion into action. We’re so grateful for you!

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02/06/2026

The paradox is right in front of us.

Nearly 40% of food in the US goes to waste... yet 1 in 10 of our Oneida County neighbors faces hunger.

We aren't short on food; we're short on connections.

That's where YOU come in.

ResQ2Feed Oneida County bridges the gap between surplus and need. We rescue perfectly good food from local businesses’, farms, and cafeterias—before it hits the landfill—and deliver it directly to food pantries, shelters, and meal sites serving our neighbors.
1,000 lbs of food = 830 meals provided
Every rescue makes a difference. Every volunteer matters. Every donation counts.
THREE WAYS TO JOIN THE MISSION:
🍎 Donate Food - Own a restaurant, grocery store, farm, or cafeteria? Partner with us to redirect your surplus food to people, not landfills.
🚗 Volunteer - Spare just one hour a week? Become a Food Rescue Hero! Use our app to pick up and deliver food on your schedule.
💚 Donate - Just $10 rescues 285 pounds of food and provides 237 meals to hungry neighbors.
Good food belongs on tables, not in landfills.
Visit resq2feed.org or download the Food Rescue Hero app today.
Together, we can turn food waste into food access in Oneida County.