Rethink Food Named a 2023 Gamechanger in ESG by CohnReznick
New York, NY November 6, 2023 – Rethink Food has been named a 2023 Gamechanger in ESG by CohnReznick LLP, one of the leading advisory, assurance, and tax firms in the United States. Now in its second year, the awards program recognizes U.S.-based organizations that are embracing environmental, social, and governance principles to drive value for their stakeholders and improve business resiliency.
Since its founding in 2017, Rethink Food has been committed to creating a more sustainable and equitable food system by building practical, innovative solutions that empower community-minded partners across the food ecosystem to reduce food waste and consistently provide nutritious, culturally celebrated meals for their neighbors impacted by food insecurity.
“We’re incredibly proud to receive this award and grateful for CohnReznick’s program to recognize U.S. organizations that are creating lasting change through sustainable practices,” said Matt Jozwiak, Rethink Food's founder and ceo. “Hand-in-hand with a network of like-minded restaurants and food businesses, we’re redefining how we can collectively impact not only the lives of the community we serve but also the environment around us.”
This year’s winning organizations represent four different industries: not-for-profit, affordable housing, renewable energy, and technology. Applications were reviewed and scored by an independent panel of judges who are leaders in ESG and sustainability.
“We are truly impressed by the caliber of applications that we received for the 2023 Gamechangers in ESG Awards program,” said David Kessler, CohnReznick CEO. “As our firm continues to prioritize sustainable business practices both internally and through client service offerings, it is inspiring to learn about the multitude of ways that companies, not-for-profits, and students are changing the game through innovation, sustainability strategies, and noteworthy corporate citizenship. By sharing their stories, we hope that others will be inspired to incorporate and advance sustainability principles in their organization as well. To this year’s winners, congratulations on behalf of CohnReznick – you are exemplars of changing the game through ESG.”
CohnReznick will once again host a virtual awards ceremony to honor the winners. The ceremony will be in collaboration with Major League Baseball® through CohnReznick’s league sponsorship. Each winner’s story will also be shared as a video case study to enable others to learn about ESG best practices, sustainability strategies, and stakeholder engagement.
For more information about the award and 2023 honorees, visit the Cohnreznick website.
About Rethink Food
Rethink Food is a nonprofit organization based in New York City with the mission of creating a more sustainable and equitable food system. In partnership with a national network of restaurants, food purveyors, and community-based organizations, we have provided over 15 million meals to communities facing food insecurity and directed over 50 million dollars to small local restaurants to support meal preparation since 2017. In addition to funding the distribution of several thousands of meals a week through restaurant partners, we receive over half a million pounds of donated excess food every year and convert this into 8,500+ meals a week in our Sustainable Commissary Kitchen, located in FiDi, NYC.
About CohnReznick
As a leading advisory, assurance, and tax firm, CohnReznick helps forward-thinking organizations achieve their vision by optimizing performance, maximizing value, and managing risk. Clients benefit from the right team with the right capabilities; proven processes customized to their individual needs; and leaders with vital industry knowledge and relationships. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world through its global subsidiaries and membership in Nexia International. For more information, visit www.cohnreznick.com.