The startup has developed a food delivery application that connects consumers with food establishments offering surplus items nearing expiration at discounted prices. This platform directly addresses food waste by facilitating the sale of perishable goods, enabling both businesses and consumers to participate in sustainable consumption practices.
Funding
$3.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Food establishments often face challenges in selling surplus food items nearing their expiration dates, leading to significant waste. Consumers miss opportunities to purchase quality food at reduced prices, while businesses incur losses from unsold perishable goods.
Solution
Food To Save provides a mobile application that connects consumers with restaurants, bakeries, supermarkets, and other food vendors offering surplus food at discounted prices. The platform allows businesses to sell "Sacolas Surpresa" (Surprise Bags) containing unsold items that are still safe and palatable but approaching their expiration date or are otherwise not saleable through conventional channels. Consumers can purchase these bags at discounts of up to 70%, reducing food waste and saving money. The app facilitates a marketplace where businesses can recover costs on surplus inventory, and consumers can access affordable food options while contributing to sustainability efforts.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes environmentally conscious consumers seeking affordable food options and food businesses looking to reduce waste and recover costs on surplus inventory.
Features
- Mobile app for iOS and Android, enabling consumers to browse and purchase surplus food from local establishments
- "Sacola Surpresa" (Surprise Bag) model, offering a selection of surplus food items at a discounted price
- Category selection (sweet, savory, mixed) to allow consumers to choose the type of food they prefer
- Integrated payment processing via credit card, meal vouchers, or Pix
- Location-based search to find participating establishments nearby
- Partner dashboard for businesses to manage their surplus inventory and create "Sacola Surpresa" offers
- CO2 emissions calculator to show users the environmental impact of their food-saving efforts
- Integration with industry partners such as Cacau Show and Grupo Trigo