Roti Bank

Roti Bank is a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to addressing food insecurity and hunger in urban areas. The organization collects surplus food from restaurants, hotels, and individuals to distribute it to those in need. By doing so, Roti Bank aims to tackle both hunger and food wastage.

Mission and Vision

  • Mission: To alleviate hunger and reduce food waste by redistributing surplus food to those who need it the most.
  • Vision: A world where no one goes to bed hungry, and all excess food is utilized to its fullest potential.

Objectives

  1. Hunger Relief: Provide nutritious meals to the underprivileged and homeless.
  2. Food Waste Reduction: Minimize food wastage by redirecting surplus food to hungry populations.
  3. Community Engagement: Encourage community participation and volunteerism in tackling hunger and food waste.
  4. Sustainable Practices: Promote sustainable practices in food production and consumption.

Key Programs and Activities

  1. Food Collection and Distribution:

    • Sources: Collaborates with hotels, restaurants, corporate cafeterias, and individuals to collect surplus food.
    • Distribution: Delivers collected food to homeless shelters, orphanages, old age homes, and communities in need.
  2. Awareness Campaigns:

    • Public Awareness: Runs campaigns to raise awareness about food waste and hunger.
    • Education: Educates the public on the importance of food conservation and how they can contribute.