Community Spotlight
Celebrating the heroes making food security a reality.
Every week, we shine a light on individuals and organizations making extraordinary contributions to end hunger and reduce food waste in their communities.
February 2026, Week 1
Amara Okafor
Community Food Partner
📍 Lagos, Nigeria
Achievement
Rescued and redistributed 2,500 meals in one month
Impact This Month
Their Story
Amara runs a small restaurant in Lagos and was troubled by the amount of perfectly good food that went to waste each day. After joining EcoEats as a food partner, she now lists her surplus meals every evening. Within the first month, she helped feed over 2,500 people while reducing her waste by 85%. "I used to throw away food worth thousands of naira every week," Amara explains. "Now, I see that food going to students and families who really need it. It's not just good for business—it's good for my soul."
"Every meal saved is a meal that can feed someone. No food should go to waste when people are hungry."
— Amara Okafor
How They Did It
- 01Registered as a food partner on the EcoEats platform
- 02Set up daily routines to track and list surplus meals
- 03Coordinated with volunteers for efficient pickup and distribution
- 04Encouraged other local restaurants to join the movement
Past heroes
More amazing people who have made a difference in their communities.
Chidi Eze
Donor & Alumni Sponsor
January 2026, Week 4
Funded 1,000 meal vouchers for students
A successful entrepreneur who gives back to his alma mater by funding meal vouchers for students in need.
Fatima Hassan
Volunteer Coordinator
January 2026, Week 3
Organized 12 community distribution events
Led volunteer teams that distributed food packs to 800+ families across multiple communities.
Tunde Bakare
Farm Partner
January 2026, Week 2
Donated surplus produce worth ₦200K
A local farmer who shares his excess harvest with the community instead of letting it spoil.
Grace Nwosu
Student Advocate
January 2026, Week 1
Connected 200 students with meal support
A student leader who discreetly helps fellow students access food support through EcoEats.
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