Food Tank Hosts 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day Celebration

The event in Charlotte, North Carolina will highlight innovative solutions to reduce food waste.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:07pm

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On April 29, Food Tank is partnering with Compass Group and Envision Charlotte to host the 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day celebration in Charlotte, North Carolina. The afternoon event will feature leaders from across food, agriculture, hospitality, business, nonprofits, and local communities to highlight the solutions that keep food in kitchens and out of landfills.

Why it matters

Stop Food Waste Day is a global movement that brings together people, ideas, and innovations to reduce food waste and build a better future. The event aims to uplift the innovative and impactful solutions that are making a difference in communities.

The details

The program includes youth storytellers and producers who will share how the next generation is helping to lead the movement to reduce food waste. Following the program, attendees will attend a reception and explore interactive experiences throughout Envision Charlotte's Innovation Barn as they connect, celebrate progress, and continue building momentum around solutions.

  • The 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day celebration will take place on April 29, 2026.
  • The event will be held in the afternoon in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The players

Food Tank

A nonprofit organization that is hosting the 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day celebration.

Compass Group

A food service company that is partnering with Food Tank for the event.

Envision Charlotte

A nonprofit organization that is hosting the event at its Innovation Barn in Charlotte.

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What they’re saying

“Stop Food Waste Day is a global movement that brings together the people, ideas, and innovations helping to reduce food waste and build a better future.”

— Danielle Nierenberg, President, Food Tank

What’s next

Those interested in joining the event in Charlotte can reach out to Food Tank's Events Director Kenzie Wade at [email protected]. Anyone unable to participate in-person is invited to watch the live stream on April 29.

The takeaway

The 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day celebration in Charlotte will showcase the innovative solutions and next-generation leaders who are working to reduce food waste and build a more sustainable food system.