Food businesses in Malaysia often face the challenge of food wastage, especially during peak times and busy seasons. Surplus food that cannot be sold poses a significant environmental concern. Instead of simply throwing away your food business’ excess food, you can play a role in reducing food waste and promoting sustainability by partnering with food banks.
Established on 7 January 2019 as a Non-Profit @ Non-Government Organization (NGO), Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia rescues surplus food from manufacturers, wholesalers, hypermarkets and the hotel industry. They collaborate with their strategic partners in working towards a goal of “zero hunger” and “zero waste” in redistributing food to targeted, identified and underprivileged communities. Click this link to be in touch with Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia.
Food Aid Foundation redirects food that has lost its commercial value – but remains safe for human consumption – to the needy. Interestingly, they host Food Drives in collaboration with institutes of learning and corporations to create awareness on facts about hunger and how to help reduce food wastage.This link will give you more information about the Food Aid Foundation.
One of the most well-known charitable organisations in Malaysia operating for 15 years, Kechara operates both a food bank and a soup kitchen, which focuses on helping the poor and at-risk, and providing basic food or nourishment, medical care and welfare aid to those who are homeless or in need respectively. Kechara acts as a platform for contributions of surplus produce, cooked food and dry provisions, which they will directly channel to the poor. Know more about Kechara Soup Kitchen Food Bank here.
The Lost Food Project (TLFP) is a Malaysian not-for-profit organisation dedicated to a sustainable future by rescuing and rehoming ‘lost’ food with the needy. With the large amount of food wastage generated by Malaysians daily, they have made it part of their mission to work with corporate partners and strategic charity partners to rescue and repurpose surplus food to benefit those in need. Click this link to understand TLFP’s initiative.
Partnering with these food banks not only helps businesses reduce food waste but also promotes sustainability and supports communities in need. Come join us for more ideas on reducing food loss for sustainability!
Ajinomoto Food Biz Partner
