OzHarvest Newcastle is a non-denominational charity that rescues excess food which would otherwise be discarded. This excess food is distributed to charities supporting the vulnerable in Newcastle.

OzHarvest Newcastle was founded in February 2010. Currently OzHarvest Newcastle delivers approximately 14,000 meals per month.

OzHarvest believes that good food should not go to waste. In fact, by distributing it to those in need, we turn excess food into a resource and save thousands of kilograms of food from being dumped as landfill each year.

Food is generously donated by those with excess. By distributing this food to various charities, we assist them to better and more efficiently address the underlying social problems in our society. With this support charities are able to redirect funding to programs assisting those who are disadvantaged or at risk.

OzHarvest Newcastle provides this service at no cost to food donors and recipients.

Our team of qualified and dedicated staff and volunteers are passionate about making a positive difference to the thousands of lives we touch.