Empowering Future Changemakers
Every year, nearly 20-30 million pounds of food are wasted in Northeast Ohio while our neighbors continue to suffer from acute food shortages, rising grocery costs, and greater market inaccessibility. At Water4Plants, we are a student-led initiative committed to end hunger, fight food waste, empower Cleveland residents and the broader Cuyahoga County community.
"One in seven people in Northeast Ohio is food insecure"
Discover how Water4Plants operates and how you can help us turn Food Waste into Food Security.
Partnering with organizations
We reach out and accept partnerships from organizations that align with our mission: Fighting food insecurity and waste. Through this, we can serve a broader audience of food-insecure residents.
Food Distribution
We buy non-perishable food items with funds from our individual donors, grants, and fundraising events. 100% of proceeds directly support our food distribution events. Leftover food items from these distributions will directly be donated toward the Greater Cleveland Food Bank or/and the Solon Community Pantry
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteer and make a difference in our community's fight against food insecurity. Visit the page "Get Involved" for more information.
Why Water4Plants?
Just like how plants need water to grow, people need support to thrive.
Our Story
Water4Plants started after our founder learned about the nutrition and food insecurity crisis at one of the summer programs she attended at her former home city, Cleveland
Current Work
Raised a total of $500 within the first and a half months of starting.
Future Vision
To empower changemakers and the greater Cuyahoga County.
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Hear About Our Members' Why
"I want to combat food insecurity because I believe that access to food is a human right that many people are still denied to this day due to systemic inequalities and financial hardships. Food is a right, not a privilege. "
— Grace Yu, Director of Operations
"Food insecurity is not a problem just held deeply in me, but it's also held deeply for our neighbors who make day-to-day decisions. They are the ones deciding what essentials they can give up just to stay within their budget. That is why I started Water4Plants because I want to fight food insecurity and distribute goods to help the greater residents of Cleveland."
— Kathy W, Executive Director
Join our mission to grow a better future
Every seed planted and every meal shared brings us closer to a food-secure community. Your support helps us fight food insecurity and waste in Solon. Discover how you can contribute to a healthier, more sustainable community.