Our Global Impact:

Tracking Change

Turning legislation into measurable results.

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Orientation

From Supporters and Policy Makers to Laws and Lives Changed

Every Lazarus Law enacted means less waste and more nourishment. By tracking progress and broadcasting global support, we show that practical policy reform—not charity alone—can end hunger sustainably.

Our goal is not simply to advocate for change, but to measure it, share it, and shine a public light on those who help make it happen.

Impact

Key Impact Metrics We Track

Each nation, region, or partner organization that adopts the Lazarus Laws contributes to our global progress map. Our metrics emphasize transparency and accountability—without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Food Waste Reduction

Tons of edible food saved annually
Volume diverted from landfills

Meals Provided

Equivalent number of meals donated or served
People nourished per year

Legal Adoption

Number of Lazarus Laws passed or pending
Geographic coverage of reform

Environmental Benefit

CO₂ and methane reduction estimates
Sustainability impact

Economic Efficiency

Average cost per meal saved vs. traditional aid
Demonstrated fiscal benefit

Every metric tells a human story: fewer empty plates, fewer wasted meals, stronger global systems.

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Impact

Worldwide Donation Activity

The number of unique donations (by location) entered into eLog around the world by hour, over the last 48 hours.

Partnerships in Progress

The Lazarus Council collaborates with global and local partners to transform policy into practice

Governments and Legislators

Drafting and enacting the Lazarus Laws.

Nonprofits and NGOs

Connecting surplus food to people in need.

Academic Partners

Analyzing outcomes (ReFED, Harvard FLPC, FAO, World Food Programme).

Private Sector Leaders

Logistics, cold-chain, and retail data support.

As adoption grows, we’ll publish an interactive global map showing every country, organization, and public figure who supports the Lazarus Laws—because leadership deserves recognition.

Real-World Progress

Pilot efforts already show the power of reform

U.S. & E.U. Studies: Regions with Good Samaritan protections report donation increases of 80–120%.
Local Case Studies: Programs like Food Donation Connection have redirected over 700 million meals from landfill to families.
Environmental Benefit: Food-waste prevention ranks among the top five climate actions globally (Project Drawdown, 2024).

Each success story proves that when barriers are removed, generosity flows naturally.

Transparency & Recognition

The Lazarus Council’s open dashboard will provide

Visible acknowledgment of all government, NGO, and corporate supporters.

Regular global updates on measurable impact.

Summary reports highlighting milestones and newly adopted Lazarus Laws.

All information will be publicly available—because transparency builds trust and public recognition inspires participation.

Join the Global Network

Your Data, Insights, and Sponsorship Drive Our Impact

Organizations, governments, and citizens can join the Lazarus Impact Network to contribute data, share insights, or sponsor future initiatives.

Those who act deserve to be seen. Stand with the Lazarus Council and be counted among those building a hunger-free world.

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