We Want to Rescue 5 Million Kilos of Food Each Year to Help Those Doing it Tough
Since 2003 we have helped over 40,000 families through connection, collecting food and caring for people and the environment.
Thank You to our Donors & Partners
Connect so that no one is alone
We value social inclusion and connectivity. We believe no one should have to do life alone. We provide a listening ear and encourage people to share their story so that we can do the journey with them.
Collectso that no one is hungry
We distribute rescued food to low-income families at discounted prices. Much of our donated food is accepted ‘near use by dates’ and ‘best before dates’ distributed to families that will use them straight away.
Carefor our community and
the environment
We rescue on average 40,000 kg of food each week. This benefits those in need and our environment by saving this waste from going to landfill.
Gateway Care is the Largest Food Rescuer in Queensland
Here’s How We Do It
Gateway Food Rescue
Gateway Care rescue 40,000 kilos of food each week.
We accept donated items ‘near use by dates’ and ‘best before dates’ that need to be moved quickly and we get these to families that will use them straight away.
Food Rescue items come from Foodbank Queensland, Second Bite, local supermarket collections and primary producers.
Food Rescue items come from Foodbank Queensland, Second Bite, local supermarket collections and primary producers.
Gateway Food Centre
Gateway Food Centre distribute food to low income families for discounted prices.
This helps with the rising living costs and allows families to have good food at low cost.
Local Community Groups come to collect food to re-distribute or utilise for their crisis care group.
Other agencies are invited to collect or order from us as we are the largest food rescuer in Queensland.
Local Community Groups come to collect food to re-distribute or utilise for their crisis care group.
Other agencies are invited to collect or order from us as we are the largest food rescuer in Queensland.
Gateway Connect Centre
At Gateway’s Connect Centre we encourage people to come and share their story.
We provide a listening ear and someone to be part of the journey, as well as a refreshment area - a place to have a coffee or low cost meal.
How You Can Get Involved
Volunteer Your Time
Come in and see how you could change a life by volunteering at Gateway. So many volunteer opportunities that will have a major impact to the Sunshine Coast community.
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Partner Financially
Each week Gateway Care provides high quality affordable food to 1,500 families who would otherwise go hungry.
Learn MoreProvide Food
Our team rescues over 40,000 kgs of food each week from local grocers, suppliers and supermarkets.
Learn MoreWhat Members Say
Gateway has seen rapid growth over the last 15 years, particularly during the global pandemic. People need a hand up now more than ever. Here are a few of their stories.
I love Gateway because the staff are friendly, they have a great variety of food and it is so affordable!
Leslie
I love Gateway for what it does for the community. I love the friendships I have made here!
Jeanette
Since coming to Gateway I have been so totally blessed... every time I leave the store I feel loved and hopeful... like everything is going to be ok...
Anonymous
I love Gateway because they are so friendly and they truly want to help others.
Bonnie
This voucher will get my kids and myself through this week. Thank you for your generosity - you really helped us out! I am very grateful!
D. Bates
Gateway is so good for me as a pensioner! I wouldn’t be able to survive without Gateway. Everyone is so kind to me... I love it!
Pat
I love volunteering at Gateway because of the community involvement and the service we provide for people in need!
Toni
Wow! Amazing! Thank you... the RACK voucher made me cry!
Wendy
The Local Impact You’re Part Of
Gateway Care established in 2003 with 2 staff and a few volunteers has continually evolved and is now recognised as the Foodbank of the Sunshine Coast operating the largest food rescue program in Queensland. Gateway Care distibute food at no cost or low cost with other affordable groceries to help those most in need within our community.
40Kkg’s of food rescued each week
Our team rescues over 40,000 kgs of food each week from local grocers, suppliers and supermarkets.
1.5Ktransactions through our Food Centre each week
Each week Gateway Care provides high quality affordable food to families who would otherwise go hungry.
4.5Kfamilies we connect with each year
We encourage people to tell their story. We provide a listening ear and encourage people to share their story so that we can do the journey with them.
Our Story
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