NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)August 27, 2026Hillsborough
How 360 Eats is Fighting Hunger in Pinellas County
360 Eats is a nonprofit organization that reduces food waste by turning donated surplus food into free meals for those in need. Led by a mother-and-son team, the group distributes these meals via a food truck and creates compost from food scraps to support local gardening.
Read the full story at WUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)Why It Matters
This initiative provides free, nutritious food to community members while simultaneously addressing environmental concerns like food waste.
Key Facts
- 360 Eats operates as a nonprofit that converts donated food into meals and compost.
- The organization serves Northern Pinellas County using a food truck to provide free meals.
- The project is led by executive director Cameron Macleish and professional chef Ellen Macleish.