Spur Program

Food Rescue Initiative

Prevent waste, cut greenhouse-gas emissions, and get nutritious meals to neighbors who need them by picking up prepared food from local grocery stores and delivering it to organizations fighting food insecurity in Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott.

What You'll Be Doing

Provide nutritious meals to neighbors who need them most by picking up prepared food from local groceries and delivering it to organizations fighting food insecurity in Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott. By rescuing food, you're simultaneously feeding folks in our community who need it the most and preventing harmful methane emissions that contribute to climate change. We'll provide everything you need, from reusable grocery bags to parking instructions at our partner locations, so you can create a powerful double impact.

Commitment and details

Time commitment≈1 hour
Physical demandModerateHigh
Social settingSolo
AvailabilityWeekday morningWeekday afternoon/eveningWeekend morning
LocationIn-vehiclePartner site
Weather settingIndoor
Age fitAll ages16+

Why It Matters

Through the Spur Food Rescue Initiative, you're ensuring that thousands of pounds of nourishing, prepared meals reach neighbors struggling with food insecurity instead of being discarded, transforming what would have been waste into sustenance for families in Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott. Your work means someone receives a delicious meal while protecting the environment by preventing harmful emissions, proving that compassion for people and stewardship of the planet go hand-in-hand.

When It Happens

Daily, mornings and afternoons.

Where It Happens

Partner agencies in Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott.

What to Bring

We'll provide everything you need.

Impact

55,000+ pounds of food rescued every year, 7 days a week, from 4 suppliers to 9 partner agencies

Get involved

Ready to lend a hand?

Two hours or less. No long-term commitment. Real impact for a neighbor near you.