NVC, in partnership with the Third District of Camarines Sur and the Jesse M. Robredo Foundation (JMRF), launched a nutrition program for undernourished children in Camarines Sur on October 24, 2014 . The project was kicked off in Brgy. Magarao with Cong. Leni Robredo, NVC trustee Mariel Tolentino, and NVC Project Manager for New Technology Development Noel Tolentino in attendance.  

NVC Trustee Mariel Tolentino demonstrates the preparation of Mingo Meals while Cong. Leni Robredo translates the instructions in Bicolano

NVC Trustee Mariel Tolentino demonstrates the preparation of Mingo Meals while Cong. Leni Robredo translates the instructions in Bicolano

  The 6-month program, which is being implemented in close coordination with barangay-based nutrition workers, will provide underprivileged children in the barangay with added nutrition from daily Mingo Meals throughout the duration of the program.   Mingo in CamSur4   As of October 15, 2014, NVC has provided 3,019,397 Mingo Meals all over the Philippines and enrolled 10,183 children in its Start Right, Live Bright Nutrition Program.  
Mingo in CamSur5

The 6-month nutrition program will be monitored by barangay-based nutrition workers

 
Mingo distribution to mothers of the children enrolled in the Start Right, Live Bright Nutrition Program in Magarao, Camarines Sur during the second week of the program.

Mingo distribution to mothers of the children enrolled in the Start Right, Live Bright Nutrition Program in Magarao, Camarines Sur during the second week of the program.