The Food Recovery Landscape in Washington, DC

The goal of this study is to understand the food recovery and distribution landscape in urban Washington, DC. The study determines the range of food recovery and distribution organizations operating in the city, their partnerships, and the specific strategies they are using to be successful, as well as challenges they face. Public education, outreach and government policies play important roles in this environment and were included as well. While the long-term goal of the study is to document and assess in detail each ward of the city, this initial sampling is a snapshot of the landscape. As with many research projects, the research revealed a more complex landscape than was anticipated, which, in turn, implies a system that deserves further study and scrutiny.