Financial Overview
Sustainable business model designed for financial viability while maximizing social and environmental impact.
Revenue Model
Multiple revenue streams designed to ensure financial sustainability while delivering affordable meals and reducing food waste.
Primary Revenue Stream
Direct Meal Sales (70%)
Core revenue from selling rescued food meals to customers at $6-$8 per meal, providing affordable nutrition while generating sustainable income.
Target Volume: 200-500 meals daily
Average Price: $7 per meal
Customer Segments: Students, families, budget-conscious consumers
Subscription Services (15%)
Monthly subscription plans offering regular customers discounted meals and guaranteed availability, providing predictable recurring revenue.
Plans: Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly options
Discount: 10-15% off regular prices
Benefits: Priority access, meal customization
Secondary Revenue Streams
Partnership Fees (10%)
Revenue from strategic partnerships with councils, universities, and corporations seeking to improve their sustainability profiles.
Council Contracts: Waste reduction programs
University Partnerships: On-campus food hubs
Corporate Programs: Employee sustainability initiatives
Consulting Services (5%)
Advisory services helping other organizations implement food waste reduction programs and sustainable food systems.
Target Clients: Food businesses, institutions
Services: Waste audits, process optimization
Deliverables: Custom sustainability programs
Cost Structure
Efficient cost management ensures sustainability while maintaining quality and service standards.
Operational Costs
Food Procurement
Purchasing surplus food from partners
Labor Costs
Staff wages and benefits
Logistics & Transport
Collection and delivery operations
Facility & Equipment
Kitchen rental, equipment maintenance
Business Costs
Marketing & Sales
Customer acquisition and retention
Insurance & Legal
Business protection and compliance
Technology & Systems
App development, POS systems
Administration
General business operations
Financial Projections
Conservative projections based on market research and operational planning.
Year 1
Revenue
$180K
Meals Sold
25,000
Daily Average
70 meals
Year 2
Revenue
$420K
Meals Sold
60,000
Daily Average
165 meals
Year 3
Revenue
$750K
Meals Sold
107,000
Daily Average
295 meals