The Just One Project and Caesars Entertainment launched a Food Rescue Alliance partnership in Las Vegas to recover surplus prepared meals from conventions and meetings at Caesars Forum. Meals are repackaged and distributed to food-insecure families and nonprofit partners across Southern Nevada, helping reduce food waste while expanding access to fresh meals.
The collaboration expands TJOP’s existing food rescue operations by repurposing surplus meals from large-scale meetings and conventions hosted at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Instead of prepared food going unused after major events, meals are safely collected, repackaged, and distributed directly into the community.
The partnership reflects a growing effort across Las Vegas to connect hospitality resources with community food access programs.
Expanding the Food Rescue Alliance
The Food Rescue Alliance is one of The Just One Project’s core food programs focused on recovering high-quality surplus food and redirecting it to the community.
The Caesars Entertainment partnership builds on this model by adding food recovery operations tied to conventions and large-scale events at Caesars Forum.
According to reporting from the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the initiative officially launched with a May 13 food donation event at Caesars Forum, where nearly 2,000 pounds of food—equivalent to approximately 1,755 meals—were recovered from a recent conference and redistributed through TJOP’s Food Rescue Alliance program.
How the Program Works
Prepared meals that remain after meetings, conventions, and events are safely collected and transported to The Just One Project for repackaging and distribution.
The process is designed for speed and food safety:
- Surplus meals are collected immediately following events
- Food is repackaged into family-sized portions
- Meals are distributed to community partners and families within hours
This rapid turnaround helps preserve freshness while ensuring prepared meals reach people who need them instead of entering the waste stream.
TJOP’s broader Food Rescue Alliance program already works with hospitality partners on the Las Vegas Strip to recover prepared meals and distribute them throughout Southern Nevada.
Supporting Southern Nevada Families
Recovered meals are distributed through TJOP programs and a network of nonprofit and community partners across Southern Nevada.
These efforts support:
- Families experiencing food insecurity
- Seniors and homebound individuals
- Transitional housing programs
- Recovery and support organizations
- Community meal programs
The Food Rescue Alliance model helps increase access to ready-to-eat meals while reducing unnecessary food waste.
According to TJOP program information, the organization has distributed hundreds of thousands of meals through its food rescue partnerships.
Employee Volunteer Support
The partnership also includes employee involvement through Caesars Entertainment’s HERO volunteer network.
Employees participate by:
- Assisting with food collection
- Supporting meal packing efforts
- Helping prepare food for distribution
This volunteer component strengthens the operational side of the program while creating direct community involvement opportunities for employees.
Reducing Food Waste in Las Vegas
Las Vegas hosts thousands of meetings, conventions, and large-scale events every year. Food rescue partnerships help redirect usable prepared meals back into the community instead of sending them to landfills.
TJOP’s Food Rescue Alliance program focuses on:
- Reducing food waste
- Recovering quality prepared meals
- Expanding food access across Southern Nevada
This partnership with Caesars Entertainment reflects how the hospitality industry and nonprofit organizations can work together to address both sustainability and community needs.
A Growing Network of Partnerships
The Caesars Entertainment partnership joins TJOP’s broader Food Rescue Alliance network, which includes collaborations with hospitality and community organizations throughout Southern Nevada.
As the program continues to expand, TJOP is working to increase:
- Food recovery capacity
- Community distribution partnerships
- Volunteer involvement
- Access to ready-to-eat meals
These partnerships allow more food to be recovered and redirected into the community efficiently.
Learn More About the Food Rescue Alliance
The Just One Project’s Food Rescue Alliance works with hospitality partners, businesses, and community organizations to recover surplus food and distribute it throughout Southern Nevada.
Businesses interested in joining the initiative can learn more through TJOP’s Food Rescue Alliance program.
FAQ: Food Rescue Alliance
What is the Food Rescue Alliance?
The Food Rescue Alliance is a TJOP program that recovers surplus prepared food and redistributes it to families and nonprofit partners across Southern Nevada.
How does the Caesars Entertainment partnership work?
Surplus meals from conventions and meetings at Caesars Forum are collected, repackaged, and distributed through TJOP’s community network.
Who receives the meals?
Meals are distributed to families, seniors, nonprofit partners, and community organizations throughout Southern Nevada.
Why is food rescue important?
Food rescue helps reduce waste while increasing access to prepared meals for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
How can businesses get involved?
Businesses can partner with TJOP to donate surplus food or participate in volunteer opportunities connected to the Food Rescue Alliance.
