How do I know my donation got delivered?

You will receive status updates as the volunteer claims, picks up, and delivers your donation. You can also message the volunteer directly through the platform.

Can I be both a donor and a volunteer?

Absolutely! You can register for both roles and switch between donating food and volunteering to deliver.

How do I add a new drop-off location?

Contact us through the contact page with the location details and we will verify and add it to our directory.

How ShareLeftovers Works

Q: Is there liability for donating food?

In the United States, the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act protects food donors from civil and criminal liability when donating in good faith.

Food rescue made simple. Three steps, zero cost, endless impact.

For Donors

Share Your Surplus Food

Whether you hosted an event, cooked too much, or have restaurant surplus, here is how to get it to people who need it.

Step 1

Create an Account

Step 2

Post Your Donation

Describe the food, quantity, pickup window, and location. Add allergy info and special instructions.

Step 3

A Volunteer Claims It

A local volunteer will see your posting and claim it. You can message them to coordinate details.

Step 4

Get Confirmation

Track the status as the volunteer picks up and delivers your food. You will know it reached those in need.

For Volunteers

Deliver Food to Those in Need

Got a car and a free hour? You can make a real difference in your community.

Step 1

Sign Up as Volunteer

Create a free account and choose the volunteer role. No background check or commitment required.

Step 2

Browse Donations

Find available food donations near you. Filter by location, date, and food type to find one that works.

Step 3

Claim & Pick Up

Claim the donation, get the full address, and pick up the food during the scheduled pickup window.

Step 4

Deliver & Confirm

Drive the food to a nearby shelter or food bank. Mark it as delivered. You just helped feed people.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ShareLeftovers.

Yes, ShareLeftovers is 100% free for both donors and volunteers. We are a community-powered platform. There are no fees, subscriptions, or hidden charges. We rely on voluntary donations to keep the platform running.

You can donate prepared meals, packaged food, fresh produce, bakery items, dairy products, and more. The food should be safe, fresh, and within its edible timeframe. We ask that you clearly describe the food, list any allergens, and note if refrigeration is required so volunteers can transport it safely.

You will receive status updates throughout the process. When a volunteer claims your donation, picks it up, and delivers it, each step is logged with a timestamp. You can also message the volunteer directly through the platform to coordinate and follow up.

In the United States, the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act protects food donors from civil and criminal liability when donating food in good faith. As long as the food is donated honestly and without gross negligence, you are legally protected. Many states have additional protections as well.

Absolutely! When you register, you can select both the donor and volunteer roles. You can post food donations when you have surplus and volunteer to pick up and deliver other people's donations when you have time. Many of our most active members do both.

If you know of a shelter, food bank, church, school, or community center that accepts food donations and is not listed on our locations page, please contact us with the details. We will verify the information and add it to our directory so volunteers can deliver food there.

Donors set a pickup window when posting their donation, and volunteers should arrive within that time frame. Since food safety is a priority, we encourage donors to set realistic pickup windows and volunteers to deliver promptly. If refrigeration is required, the listing will indicate that.

If the event date passes without a volunteer claiming your donation, it will automatically expire. We recommend posting donations as early as possible to give volunteers time to plan. You can also cancel and re-post with a different pickup window if needed.

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