On August 23, the Vietnam Food Bank and the Red Cross Society of Hau Giang province officially launched the Hau Giang Food Bank (Food Bank Hau Giang) and the Program to support vulnerable people in the province and other regions. vicinity.
Hau Giang Food Bank was established with the main goal of supporting and providing food for people in difficult circumstances in the area. This bank operates with the mission of reducing hunger and improving nutrition for poor households, low-income workers, and other vulnerable groups in the province and surrounding areas. near.
In particular, focus is on providing food and necessities for households; reduce poverty, help disadvantaged people improve their quality of life; facilitate community development; Enhance coordination and support from other organizations to optimize resources and effectiveness of food relief activities.
Mr. Nguyen Tuan Khoi - Chairman of Vietnam Food Bank - emphasized that Hau Giang Food Bank will work closely with social organizations, businesses and networks, ensuring a stable and stable food supply. quality for those in need.
Mr. Nguyen Chi Ngoc - Chairman of the Red Cross Association of Hau Giang province - informed that according to statistics, Hau Giang province currently has a total of over 194 thousand households. Of which, by the end of 2023, the whole province will have 7,016 poor households, a decrease of 27.9%; Near-poor households are 6,064 households, down 18.3%, compared to the 2022 target.
“With high determination, the entire association continues to effectively promote its core role in humanitarian work, practically assisting people in difficult circumstances and vulnerable subjects - for a compassionate community, Don't waste food," Mr. Ngoc affirmed.
At the program, the Organizing Committee awarded 50 gifts to disadvantaged households and people in the province, in order to share, motivate and encourage the spirit of difficult and vulnerable people in the community.
Hau Giang Food Bank is the 17th member of the Vietnam Food Bank network. In the Mekong Delta region, Food Bank Hau Giang is the 4th member after Ben Tre, Kien Giang and Vinh Long.
