Podcast Summary
Mandela Day Food Packing: Mandela Day Food Packing initiative by Food Forward ASI involves corporates, individuals, and schools in packing and distributing nutritious food to over 2,500 non-profits, reaching 920,000 vulnerable people monthly, and promoting awareness about edible surplus food going to those in need.
Food Forward ASI is celebrating Mandela Day by inviting corporates, individuals, and schools to help pack and distribute nutritious food to over 2,500 non-profit organizations. This initiative is crucial as it allows communities to engage with Food Forward ASI's work and see firsthand that surplus food is edible and goes to those in need. The food packs contain whole, nutritious items like juices, dairy products, canned goods, protein sources, fruits, and vegetables. With the support of food manufacturers and retailers, this initiative aims to address the issue that over 27% of children under five years old do not receive proper nutrition. Collectively, these organizations reach over 920,000 vulnerable people each month.
Mandela Day: Mandela Day is an initiative that encourages volunteering for 67 minutes to support vulnerable communities and honor Nelson Mandela's legacy of unity and creating a better life for all.
Mandela Day, an initiative aimed at supporting various vulnerable communities in South Africa, aligns perfectly with the teachings and beliefs of former President Nelson Mandela. Mandela believed in unity and creating a better life for everyone. Mandela Day brings together individuals, corporations, and organizations from diverse sectors to celebrate Mandela's legacy and continue his work. The initiative supports organizations addressing food insecurity and malnutrition, among others, and encourages volunteering to foster a culture of giving back. By volunteering 67 minutes each year, individuals can contribute to Mandela Day's mission and ensure that Mandela's legacy continues to make a positive impact on South Africa's most vulnerable populations.