Lebanese Food Bank

What Lebanese Food Bank does

Lebanese Food Bank (LFB) is a Beirut-based non-governmental organization founded in 2011 that operates Lebanon's national food recovery and redistribution infrastructure. The organization collects quality surplus food from hotels, restaurants, caterers, supermarkets, and event venues, then redistributes it as food boxes and hot meals to vulnerable Lebanese families facing food insecurity — a population the organization sizes at over 2 million citizens living below the poverty line. Distribution is executed indirectly through a network of 120+ registered NGO partners operating across all Lebanese governorates and districts, with supplemental direct distribution during crises such as the 2020 Beirut port explosion (32,000+ hot meals in two weeks) and the recent war (69,560 meals via MATBAKH EL KIL, sponsored by GIZ).

LFB's core technology is described as a food recovery and redistribution logistics system; no proprietary platform, app, or AI/ML capability is disclosed. The organization augments logistics with food handling certifications from Boecker (CIEH, UK-accredited), a financial audit relationship with Deloitte Touche dating to 2016, and membership in the Global Food Banking Network via the Food Banking Regional Network in Dubai. Product surface includes food box distribution, hot meal preparation, monetary donations (accepted in USD and LBP), volunteer coordination, school-based awareness campaigns (World Food Day, Plate of Hope across 11 schools), and seasonal programs including Ramadan iftars and Christmas celebrations.

Revenue mechanics are those of a non-profit: LFB is funded by donations from individuals, corporations, and international organizations, supplemented by in-kind food and supply contributions. Donor concentration is moderate, with material recurring commitments from PepsiCo/Pepsi Foundation, Hilton Effect Foundation, CMA CGM, Oxfam, Cargill, and GIZ. GTM is community-led: corporate partnerships for in-kind and cash donations, an extensive volunteer mobilization program, NGO-mediated beneficiary outreach, and high-visibility awareness campaigns powered by pro bono creative partners such as Impact BBDO. Recent leadership transitioned in 2026, with Wassim Sinno elected President succeeding Mona Geha Kenaan.

Name

Lebanese Food Bank

Legal name

Lebanese Food Bank

Website

https://lebanesefoodbank.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Lebanese Food Bank is a Lebanon-based non-profit founded in 2011 that recovers surplus food from hotels, restaurants, caterers, and supermarkets and redistributes it through a network of 120+ NGO partners to vulnerable Lebanese families facing food insecurity across all governorates.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Beirut

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: LFB operates as a nonprofit organization funded through donations from individuals, corporations, and international organizations. The organization receives financial contributions, in-kind food donations, and volunteer support to sustain its food recovery and redistribution operations across Lebanon.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lebanese Food Bank recovers quality surplus food from hotels, restaurants, caterers, and supermarkets and redistributes it free of charge to vulnerable Lebanese families through food boxes and hot meal programs. It operates a network of 120+ registered NGO partners across all Lebanese governorates that receive food resources and distribute them to their enrolled beneficiaries. Supporting offerings include donation intake in USD and LBP, volunteer mobilization, awareness campaigns in schools, and seasonal programs during Ramadan, Christmas, and crisis events.

Product overview

The Lebanese Food Bank operates as a unified food security platform that combines multiple service offerings. The core services include surplus food recovery from donors (hotels, restaurants, caterers, supermarkets) and redistribution through food boxes and hot meals to vulnerable populations via an NGO network of 120+ partners. Supporting services include monetary donation programs accepting USD and LBP, volunteer coordination, and awareness/education campaigns in schools. Seasonal and event-based programs provide Ramadan support, Christmas celebrations, and holiday food assistance. The organization serves as Lebanon's national food security infrastructure connecting surplus resources to those in need.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Box Distribution Program Distribution of food boxes containing essential food items to vulnerable families and individuals across Lebanon through NGO partnerships.
• Hot Meals Program Preparation and distribution of freshly cooked hot meals to communities in need, often in partnership with hotels, restaurants, and social kitchens.
• Donation Program Accepts monetary donations in USD and LBP currencies, allowing donors to contribute to food assistance programs for vulnerable populations.
• Volunteer Program Recruits and coordinates volunteers to assist with food box preparation, meal distribution, and community engagement activities.
• Surplus Food Recovery Collects quality surplus food from hotels, restaurants, caterers, supermarkets, and events for redistribution to communities in need.
• Special Events Programs Seasonal initiatives including Ramadan iftar programs, Christmas celebrations, and holiday food assistance for vulnerable populations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 42,874 food boxes distributed during COVID-19 across 25 districts
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

44 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AlamminorOthersPartner organization supporting LFB's food security mission.
• BoeckerminorOthersPartner providing food handling certifications for LFB staff, accredited by Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH, UK).
• FattalminorOthersCorporate partner supporting food security initiatives.
• F&B PartnersminorOthersFood and beverage partner supporting LFB.
• CarrefourcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor retail partner hosting donation points and organizing awareness campaigns in stores during Ramadan and other seasons. Provides platform for shoppers to contribute to food assistance.
• HoldalminorOthersCorporate partner supporting LFB's mission.
• Al Mawarid Bank S.A.LminorOthersBanking partner for LFB's financial operations.
• Saveur PlusminorOthersCatering partner supporting food assistance programs.
• Faqra CateringminorOthersCatering partner providing food for distributions.
• Cat & Mouth (C&M)minorOthersPartner supporting food assistance.
• Carre Sucre CateringminorOthersCatering partner for food programs.
• Nicolas AudiminorOthersPartner supporting LFB initiatives.
• Les TalusminorOthersPartner organization.
• Food and Design CateringminorOthersCatering partner providing food services.
• Fleur De LysminorOthersPartner supporting food assistance.
• Xylem Water SolutionminorOthersWater solutions partner supporting LFB.
• NestleminorOthersCorporate partner in food and beverage sector.
• Sofil CateringminorOthersCatering partner.
• Radisson BlucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHotel partner providing consistent monthly donations of 100 freshly cooked meals. Demonstrates long-term commitment to corporate social responsibility with ongoing support.
• CMA CGMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor corporate partner donating 12,000 milk containers during crisis and food boxes to families in Bekaa and South during festive season. Addresses specific priority nutritional needs.
• DYFCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsistent partner providing 128,573 items during every festive season in 2025, bringing comfort and joy to vulnerable children during Ramadan, Christmas, and other occasions.
• Impact BBDOcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCreative agency partner providing pro bono creative services to amplify LFB's mission through compelling awareness campaigns. Created World Food Day citywide campaign with free billboard space.
• Next Step AUBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with American University of Beirut's Next Step Program welcoming volunteers with intellectual challenges. Supports community inclusion and employment readiness.
• MATBAKH EL KIL (MEK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsistent partner since Beirut Blast 2020. During war (sponsored by GIZ), provided minimum 1,500 meals per day, reaching total of 69,560 meals by November 8. Minimizes plastic consumption.
• Beit El BarakacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner during COVID-19 response, distributing over 42,874 food boxes in 25 districts with 110 NGOs.
• Lebanese Armed ForcescoreOthersGovernment support during COVID-19 pandemic response for food distribution operations.
• PepsiCocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner providing volunteer support, in-kind beverage donations, and $100,000 in 2025 for Ramadan and Christmas programs reaching 12,500 people.
• Sagesse Jdaydeh TheaterminorOthersVenue partner for Christmas celebration event for 100 children.
• Lebanese BakeryminorOthersPartner for baking experience event for children aged 4-12.
• Milla NieuwenburgminorOthers17-year-old from London who created coloring books inspired by Lebanese culture, distributing 20,000 books with pencils to children across Lebanon.
• Embassy of IraqminorOthersInternational partnership for food distribution initiative. Chargé d'Affaires met with LFB President to discuss future collaboration.
• ICC GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate group mobilizing employees for in-kind donations to LFB.
• Joué ClubminorOthersPartner distributing over 400 gifts to children of army martyrs.
• Youth National Developments NGOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteer organization collaborating on Christmas event for 200 children.
• Dunkin' DonutsminorOthersPartner donating 14,000 donuts to displaced families during the war.
• Ramada Plaza HotelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHotel providing 19,200 meals (400 meals per weekday Monday to Friday) during the war.
• Miss Lebanon Yasmina ZeytounminorOthersBeauty queen undertaking fundraising tour across the United States and collaborating with LFB on initiatives to raise international awareness.
• International College (IC) SchoolminorOthersEducational partner hosting World Food Day awareness campaign engaging over 1,000 students.
• City International SchoolminorOthersSchool with students volunteering at World Food Day awareness stations.
• Hotel PhoeniciaminorOthersVenue for Mother's and Child's Day live event with influencers, bloggers, and celebrities.
• PromomediaminorOthersMedia partner providing free billboard space for World Food Day awareness campaign.
• Food Banking Regional Network (Dubai)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional network membership providing international best practices and support. Part of Global Food Banking Network.
• Global Food Banking NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational network membership providing support and best practices for food banking operations.
• Deloitte ToucheminorOthersExternal auditor providing financial statement audits since 2016, ensuring transparency.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• OzHarvest: Australia's leading food rescue organization that collects surplus food from commercial outlets and redistributes to charities. Closely mirrors LFB's surplus-recovery model from hotels, restaurants, and caterers.
• Beit El Baraka: Lebanese non-governmental organization focused on food security and basic assistance. Was LFB's core COVID-19 distribution partner distributing 42,874 food boxes, comparable in mission and geography.
• Second Harvest (Canada): Canada's largest food rescue organization with a model of redistributing surplus food to nonprofits. Closely aligned with LFB on surplus recovery, distribution to partner agencies, and national scale ambitions.
• Food Banking Regional Network: Dubai-based regional network (part of Global Food Banking Network) of which LFB is a member. Operates the same food banking model across the MENA region and is a direct counterpart and parent network.
• FoodForward SA: South African food recovery and redistribution nonprofit. Operates a comparable surplus-recovery-and-distribute model through NGO partners across the country.

Emerging players

• FoodCloud: Ireland-based social enterprise connecting surplus food from retailers to charities via a digital platform. Comparable technology-enabled food recovery and redistribution model, though smaller and earlier-stage.

Broad incumbents

• Feeding America: Largest hunger-relief organization in the United States, operating a network of 200+ food banks and 60,000 pantries. LFB operates the same national food bank hub-and-spoke model on a smaller Lebanese scale.
• World Food Programme (WFP): UN agency addressing global hunger and food security. Operates at a much larger scale than LFB but pursues the same mission of dignified food access for vulnerable populations and is a potential institutional partner.
• Islamic Relief Worldwide: International humanitarian NGO with active food security programming in Lebanon and the broader MENA region. Overlaps with LFB on food assistance beneficiaries and donor pools.

Regional players

• Caritas Lebanon: Lebanese branch of the Caritas Internationalis network providing humanitarian aid including food assistance. Operates in the same Lebanese geography and overlapping beneficiary base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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