DONATE FOOD
Feed the Hungry.
Save the planet.
Cafes & Restaurants in NZ throw away
24,372 TON
of food annually
Kairos Food Rescue collects surplus food from supermarkets, wholesalers, farms, cafés, restaurants, catering companies, and other eateries across Christchurch and Canterbury. This includes short-dated stock, excess produce, and leftover prepared food that’s still perfectly good to eat. By rescuing this food, Kairos helps reduce waste and redirects it to people in need throughout the community.
It is a win-win to both the cafe and the community.
Reduce Waste
Contribute to the community
Make a difference
Carbon reduction
“We have been working with Kairos Free Strore for two years now. Reducing food waste is important to us but even more important is the opportunity to make a difference to people who might be struggling on a budget.”
— Christchurch Cafe Owner
How it works:
Food Collected From: Supermarkets, wholesalers, farms, cafés, restaurants, catering companies, and other food businesses.
Pickup & Transport: Surplus food is collected by Kairos staff and volunteers using refrigerated vehicles when needed.
Sorting & Safety: Food is sorted, checked for quality and safety, and organised at the Kairos Warehouse.
Redistribution: Rescued food is collected by community groups, food banks, and charities that support people in need.
Storage (if needed): Some food is safely stored—chilled or frozen—for future redistribution.
Impact: Edible food is kept out of landfill and redirected to help feed the community.
Are you considering contributing to Kairos Food Rescue?
Do you have leftover food in your organisation at the end of the day?
Talk to us about how we can work together to make a difference in the everyday lives of Christchurch folk.
Thank you to the awesome Cafes who donate food REGULARLY.
