Serving Orange County since 2002.
Rescuing good food. Feeding our neighbors.
Hands of Mercy OC rescues surplus food from grocery stores and restaurants six days a week and delivers it to families and charity partners across Orange County — reducing waste and alleviating hunger at the same time.
Our Mission
To reduce food waste, alleviate hunger, and empower individuals and communities through food education.
Reduce Food Waste
We rescue surplus food headed for landfills and redirect it to people who need it.
Alleviate Hunger
We serve at-risk individuals and families throughout Orange County through our distribution network.
Educate & Empower
We help people build skills to cook and manage food resources well, for the long run.
Nothing Goes to Waste
Any food that isn't fit for redistribution to people is sent to local farms for animal feed — so even what we can't give away still serves a purpose instead of filling a landfill.
Our Work in Photos
Get Involved
Whether you have food to give, need food assistance, or want to volunteer your time — there's a place for you here.
Food Suppliers
Grocery stores, restaurants, and food businesses can partner with us to donate surplus food instead of sending it to the landfill.
Become a SupplierFood Recipients
Individuals and families in Orange County can apply to receive food assistance through our distribution program.
Get Food AssistanceVolunteer
Donate your time to help rescue, package, and distribute food to the Orange County community.
Sign Up to Volunteer$20 can provide 20 meals.
Every gift helps us rescue more food and reach more families across Orange County.
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