The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) is a global not-for-profit organization dedicated to alleviating world hunger through food banking. GFN creates, supports and strengthens food banks and food bank networks around the world, in countries other than the US. GFN currently supports existing and developing food banks and national food bank networks in more than 25 countries, home to more than one-third of the world's nearly one billion undernourished people. GFN's goal is to effect permanent and positive changes that nourish individuals strengthen communities and protect the environment.

History

Founded in 2006 by Bancos de Alimentos de México, Feeding America, Food Banks Canada, and Red Argentina de Bancos de Alimentos, GFN now connects and empowers organizations in 32 countries that together rescue more than 900 million pounds of food annually to feed 6.8 million people.

GFN garners partnerships with regional networks that represent food banks in 44 additional countries to actualize and support a truly global network of food banks. The true hunger fighters are the food banks that we serve. It is a privilege to partner with these leaders to support efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability. We are humbled by their dedication and devotion to a hunger-free world.

Mission

To alleviate global hunger by collaborating to develop food banks in communities where they are needed and by supporting food banks where they exist.

Vision

A world free of hunger.