Dana Gunders, Truckee Resident, Receives Heinz Award for Work in Food Waste

Dana Gunders, Truckee resident, receives Heinz Award for work in food waste

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Often called “the woman who helped start the waste-free movement,” Dana Gunders is one of the recipients for the 30th Anniversary Heinz Awards. Gunders’ work as president of ReFED and advocating for sustainable food systems has been recognized as a major environmental contribution by the Heinz Family Foundation. The Heinz Awards recognize outstanding contributions to arts, the economy and environment, in honor of U.S. Senator J…

Artists Jennifer Packer and Marie Watt receive $250,000 Heinz Awards

Both artists will receive a cash prize of $250,000