Addressing Food Insecurity: From Goal to Action. Celebrating 1 Million+ Pounds of Food Donated

As part of New York Climate Week 2026, CookUnity is bringing together leaders from across the food ecosystem to explore how businesses, nonprofits, chefs, and technology partners can work together to address food insecurity while reducing food waste. The event celebrates a significant milestone —more than 1 million pounds of food donated and more than 5 million bags reused—while looking ahead to the future of food recovery and community impact. Through engaging panel discussions and conversations with industry leaders, guests will explore innovative approaches to designing food systems that prevent waste, strengthen partnerships, and expand access to nutritious food. Join us for an afternoon of meaningful dialogue, shared learning, and networking as we celebrate the power of collaboration to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable food system.