Rescuing Today, Preserving Tomorrow
Starting with a chuckle. Who would’ve thought the ticket to saving our planet was hidden in our pantries. Sounds a bit nuts, doesn’t it?
We adore snacks and pantry goodies. While those munchables are our go-to for midday pick-me-ups, they also unveil an incredible avenue for us to bring about some meaningful change. The inception of Beyond Best Before was a lightbulb moment when we realised, based on the hard maths from the United Nations, that an astounding 1.3 billion tonnes of food globally was being undervalued and unceremoniously dumped.
Just pause for a moment and let that sink in. Good food, trashed- Harder to swallow than a dry cracker.
In a bold move in July 2023, dynamic trio - Maggie, Katie, and Michael - launched Beyond Best Before with a bang! We set up a pop-up pantry in the heart of Newtown, displaying all those near-expiry treasures. And what a ride it was! In a whirlwind 48 hours, we garnered massive support (and had heaps of fun).
Backed by incredible community support and our clear mission, our aspirations soared. More than just a store, Beyond Best Before stands as a movement, urging a rethink on consumption in a world overflowing with excess.
Each purchase made at our store does more than just combat waste. All earnings circle back into our venture, propelling our growth, amplifying our educational outreach, and enhancing our ability to effect meaningful change.
Our mission is clear: change Australia's stance on food waste
Join us on this uncharted path; every rescued item is a footprint toward a sustainable future. We can't do this alone – your choices, alongside ours, can redefine what's possible.