Become a sponsor
Join us in feeding people and protecting the environment
At Make Food Not Waste, our primary mission is to reduce food waste across Michigan as a way to pull the emergency brake on climate change. We accomplish this by leading efforts to transform surplus food into delicious, nutritious meals for those in need, setting a model for dignified community service.
Why sponsor Make Food Not Waste?
Through our Upcycling Kitchens, we’ve proven that food that would otherwise go to waste can be redirected to create positive change, treating people well while minimizing harm to the environment.
The issue of food waste affects everyone. Each year, Michigan landfills 2 billion pounds of food, emitting roughly 3.4 billion metric tons of CO2e which contributes to severe weather, degraded soil, and biodiversity loss. To make matters worse, 40% of that food could have been eaten. In Michigan, 1.2 million people are food insecure while only 2% of surplus food is donated.
By preventing food waste, we can accomplish two important goals: feeding people and protecting the environment. We’re building a sustainable future for Michigan and invite you to join us.
Make a difference by sponsoring the fight against food waste
Investing in Make Food Not Waste makes sure that your philanthropic dollars are put to good use. You’ll have a direct impact on food insecurity and climate change while receiving increased visibility and alignment with your sustainability goals.
Zero Waste Champion
$25,000
- Enrollment in Beet Brigade Newsletter
- Virtual Lunch and Learn for entire staff or ERG delivered by MFNW staff
- Logo Placement on Website
- Prominent Logo Placement on Website
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Invitations
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Collateral
- Logo Featured in Too Good To Waste Reel and Social Media
- VIP Cocktail Reception for Annual Too Good To Waste Event
- Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity (15 volunteers and t-shirts)
Includes 6 tickets to Annual Too Good To Waste Event.
Resource Rescuer
$10,000
- Enrollment in Beet Brigade Newsletter
- Virtual Lunch and Learn for entire staff or ERG delivered by MFNW staff
- Logo Placement on Website
- Prominent Logo Placement on Website
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Invitations
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Collateral
- Logo Featured in Too Good To Waste Reel and Social Media
- VIP Cocktail Reception for Annual Too Good To Waste Event
- Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity (15 volunteers)
Includes 4 tickets to Annual Too Good To Waste Event.
Waste Warrior
$5,000
- Enrollment in Beet Brigade Newsletter
- Virtual Lunch and Learn for entire staff or ERG delivered by MFNW staff
- Logo Placement on Website
- Prominent Logo Placement on Website
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Invitations
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Collateral
- Logo Featured in Too Good To Waste Reel and Social Media
- VIP Cocktail Reception for Annual Too Good To Waste Event
- Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity (10 volunteers)
Includes 2 tickets to Annual Too Good To Waste Event.
Sustainable Steward
$2,500
- Enrollment in Beet Brigade Newsletter
- Virtual Lunch and Learn for entire staff or ERG delivered by MFNW staff
- Logo Placement on Website
- Prominent Logo Placement on Website
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Invitations
- Logo Placement on Annual Too Good To Waste Collateral
- Logo Featured in Too Good To Waste Reel and Social Media
- VIP Cocktail Reception for Annual Too Good To Waste Event
- Kitchen Volunteer Opportunity
Does not include tickets to Annual Too Good To Waste Event.
Ready to become a sponsor?
More ways to get involved
Volunteer with us
Our volunteer opportunities focus on team building, community engagement, and making a real impact for those in need. Whether you’re helping distribute meals or cooking in the kitchen, your efforts help us model how to reduce food waste in meaningful ways.
Chop and Chat
Work alongside our chefs in the kitchens to transform rescued food into meals. No cooking experience required—our chefs will guide you.
Meal Distribution
Help us share meals directly with the community, ensuring that rescued food reaches those who need it most. Be sure to dress for the weather, as we often work outside!
Prep and Plate
More information about volunteer sessions with Chef Dom coming soon!
Bring us to you
Our one-hour virtual or in-person Lunch and Learns introduce your employees to the significance of food waste. We’ll talk about why food waste has such an environmental and social impact and give participants actionable steps to reduce food waste in their own homes.