Food Bridge AI-powered Food Redistribution Using Distance-Based ML Matching

Abstract

Food Bridge is a technology-enabled social platform created to reduce food wastage and combat hunger by connecting surplus food providers with individuals and organizations in need. The system allows restaurants, hotels, hostels, catering services, event organizers, and households to easily post details about excess edible food through a mobile or web application. Nearby NGOs, shelters, orphanages, old-age homes, community kitchens, and verified volunteers receive real-time, location-based notifications, enabling quick collection and timely distribution before the food spoils. By streamlining communication with instant alerts, smart matching, and basic verification features, Food Bridge ensures efficiency, transparency, and food safety throughout the redistribution process. The platform replaces unorganized manual methods with a structured digital workflow, making food sharing reliable and scalable. In addition to addressing immediate hunger, Food Bridge promotes environmental sustainability by minimizing food waste, reducing landfill usage, and lowering carbon emissions. It also encourages social responsibility and community participation by raising awareness about responsible consumption and surplus food management. Designed to be adaptable and scalable, Food Bridge can be implemented across institutions, cities, and regions, supporting long-term goals such as zero hunger and responsible consumption.