We are excited to announce that FoodForward SA (FFSA) has been nominated as a potential candidate for the 2026 Earthshot Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious environmental awards. This nomination recognises the climate-positive impact of our surplus food recovery
At the heart of healthy communities are healthy mothers and children. The first 1,000 days of a child’s life, from conception to age two, are critical for growth and development. Recognising this, the President’s recent State of the Nation Address
Woolworths has launched MyDifference, combining the best of MySchool, MyVillage, MyPlanet, and WRewards. Now you can Get Back & Give Back while shopping: Why support FoodForward SA? FoodForward SA is South Africa’s largest food distribution organisation, distributing food across all
At FoodForward SA, we believe that access to fresh, nutritious food goes hand in hand with empowering people to create sustainable livelihoods. Our Food Gardens Connect (FGC) programme does exactly that. By upskilling unemployed community members to grow their own
Employee volunteering in South Africa has moved beyond once-off initiatives. More companies are building structured Employee Volunteering Programmes (EVPs) that deliver real value for employees, communities, and the business itself. FoodForward SA offers practical, high-impact corporate volunteering options that make
Do you plan to claim tax deductions for the current tax year? Any individual or company that makes a bona fide donation to a registered Public Benefit Organisation can qualify for a tax deduction, provided the PBO is authorised to
New Research Uncovers the Reality Facing Struggling Households While many households are still grappling with the post-festive “JanuWorry” squeeze, new research uncovers a troubling reality – around 70% of households are chronically food insecure. FoodForward SA’s (FFSA) flagship State of
South Africa continues to battle an escalating nutrition crisis. Recent findings from the HSRC and UNICEF place the national stunting rate at 28.8%, a worrying 1.8% increase in just seven years. With more than 20 million people experiencing some form
As this year winds down, we want to recognise the people who make our mission real every day. Our network of more than 2500 registered and vetted Beneficiary Organisations has stood firm through another very tough year. Many communities have
