Toronto, Ontario – July 18, 2024 – Volanté Systems, a leading provider of POS systems, proudly announces the success of its annual fundraiser campaign benefiting Second Harvest. Through generous contributions from supporters and the community, Volanté has raised a total of $6,024, which translates into over 18,000 meals for Canadians facing food insecurity.
“All of us at Volanté feel privileged that we have been able to support Second Harvest through our most recent fundraiser,” said Sunil Selby, CEO at Volanté Systems. “Food waste is a pressing issue, and through this initiative, we hope to continue to raise awareness and make a tangible impact by providing nutritious meals to those in need.”
Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, plays a crucial role in redistributing surplus food to non-profits across the country. In 2023 alone, Second Harvest rescued and redistributed over 74.4 million pounds of food, benefitting thousands of Canadians experiencing food insecurity.
“Volanté Systems and their staff are a shining example of the incredible impact that’s possible when groups unite to make a positive difference in their communities,” Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest said. “In just a short period of time, Volanté has made a meaningful difference for people and the environment with this generous contribution, totaling nearly 20,000 meals. Thank you!”
Volanté Systems’ fundraiser campaign, which ran from June 19 to July 8, 2024, garnered donations through their dedicated fundraising page. Donors were encouraged to contribute online, with tax receipts issued for donations of CAD 20.00 or more.
“Our partnership with Second Harvest is rooted in our belief that it is imperative we assist to whatever extent in reducing food waste, especially since we provide technology in the food service space,”,” added Sunil Selby. “Through innovative POS systems and community support, we are committed to reducing food waste and supporting sustainable practices across the foodservice industry.”
For more information on how to support Second Harvest or to learn about Volanté Systems’ initiatives, please visit this link.
About Volanté Systems: Volanté Systems provides advanced POS solutions for the hospitality and foodservice industries. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Volanté is committed to reducing food waste through inventory management integrations and enhancing operational efficiency for businesses in North America.
About Second Harvest: Second Harvest is Canada’s largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to redirect unsold surplus food to non-profit organizations that feed communities in every province and territory.
By keeping perfectly edible food from ending up in landfill and redirecting it to the charitable sector, our work prevents harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere and improves access to nutrition for the millions of people in Canada experiencing food insecurity.