Hong Kong charity teams up with three major developers to place nearly 200 drop-off points across the city.
The mooncake boxes are empty, the glutinous rice feasts are done—but what about those uneaten mooncakes sitting in your kitchen? This year, Food Angel (惜食堂) is running its much-anticipated Mooncake Recycling Programme once again, offering residents a meaningful way to turn surplus festive treats into a source of care for those in need. Until October 11, 2026, donors can drop off their unopened, unexpired mooncakes at nearly 200 collection points island-wide, partnering with Swire Properties, New World Group, and Hang Lung Properties to make giving back as easy as a walk down the street.
A Citywide Network for Generosity
The initiative aims to reduce food waste while spreading festive warmth to underprivileged families and individuals. Recognizing that convenience matters, Food Angel has expanded its network beyond its own food donation machines and collection boxes. This year, the collaboration with three of Hong Kong’s leading developers brings the total number of drop-off locations to nearly 200, spread across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.
Whether you’re heading home from work or strolling out on a weekend, you’re never far from a collection point. The programme’s strength lies in its accessibility—transforming a small act of kindness into a citywide movement.
What You Need to Know Before You Donate
To ensure every donated mooncake is safe, hygienic, and suitable for redistribution, Food Angel has outlined five essential conditions. Please check your items carefully to avoid a wasted trip:
- Unexpired: The mooncakes must fall within the best-before date printed on the package.
- Unopened: The original packaging must be fully intact, with no tears or damage.
- Individually wrapped: This helps maintain hygiene and makes distribution to individuals easier.
- No refrigeration required: Only shelf-stable mooncakes are accepted. Iced skin, snow skin, and ice cream mooncakes are not eligible.
- Made by an approved manufacturer: Mooncakes must be produced by a company recognized by the Hong Kong government.
Dates, Contacts, and How to Participate
The collection period runs from now until Sunday, October 11, 2026. To locate your nearest drop-off point, Food Angel has provided an interactive map on their official website. For any questions about donation procedures, you can reach out via WhatsApp at 9247 9330.
As the festive season winds down, this programme offers a simple yet powerful way to ensure that no good food goes to waste—and no one is left out of the celebration. By sharing your surplus, you’re not just giving away mooncakes; you’re extending a piece of Hong Kong’s holiday spirit to a neighbour who might otherwise go without.
Next steps: Sort through your pantry this week, confirm your mooncakes meet the five criteria, and head to one of the nearly 200 collection points before October 11. A small check of the expiry date is all that stands between your kitchen and a moment of shared joy for someone else.