Buy Food with Plastic Ghana
Organization Details
We tackle poverty and pollution by providing access to food, creating a self-sustaining circular economy, and promoting environmental responsibility through training. Buy Food with Plastic Ghana tackles pressing environmental and socio-economic challenges in Ghana by implementing an innovative plastic waste -for-food exchange program. Communities exchange collected plastic waste for warm meals, addressing hunger and poverty while promoting environmental sustainability. Collected plastics are upcycled and recycled into eco-friendly products, such as picnic blankets, bags, and combs, giving waste a second life and fostering a circular economy.
Impact Story
Why We Exist:
Our organization is driven by a vision of a world where everyone can enjoy prosperity and all waste is sustainably managed. We believe that everyone deserves access to basic necessities like nutritious food and a healthy environment.
Impact We're Making:
We're making a tangible impact in local communities by providing access to nutritious meals, fostering employment, and promoting skills development. Through our education-community events, we serve over 200 families with warm meals, creating a ripple effect of positivity. We've created 7 full-time jobs and over 30 temporary positions, empowering individuals and stimulating local economies. By incentivizing recycling and reducing plastic pollution, we're not only improving environmental health but also raising awareness about sustainability through workshops in schools and communities.