Reviving the Feeding Force Project
In 2020, part of our response to the Covid-19 pandemic was the Feeding Force Project. We purchased produce from small farming groups and dried fish from coastal communities at fair prices. These groups had lost access to markets because of Covid restrictions. Along with Mingo Meals, we distributed this food to city dwellers who had lost their jobs due to closures. With the ongoing energy crisis triggered by the war on Iran, we decided to revive this project to help vulnerable communities such as jeepney drivers who can no longer afford to ply their routes.
First Round of Feeding Force 2026
April 9 is a national holiday in the Philippines. It is Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) and it commemorates the sacrifice of men and women who have fought bravely to save the Philippines, especially those who defended Bataan during WWII. While we are not soldiers, we can do little things to protect our country and our fellowmen. So, on April 9 this year, eight staff members of NVC assisted by 36 volunteers, kicked off Feeding Force 2026. That day, we distributed 1,225kg of farm and sea produce plus 2,000 Mingo Meals to 200 jeepney drivers.
As with our Feeding Force Project in 2020, we made sure to pay our suppliers fair prices for their produce and catch. However, two farming groups which we helped after Typhoon Tino insisted on donating produce to this cause. They offered jackfruit, squash, green beans, okra, and bokchoy free of charge! Thank you to the Brgy. Bacong Farmers Association and Mailum Organic Village Association for your generous gift of love!
Gearing Up for Round 2!
On April 15, we announced that we had enough funds to cover another round of food distribution. Our second round of food distribution took place on April 23. We distributed fresh produce and bread to 197 families of fisherfolk.
Going for a Third Round
Fortunately, we received the resources for another round of food distribution on May 5. Our thanks to Kap. John Derek Geolingo and the barangay council of Brgy. Miranda, Hinigaran, Negros Occidental for providing the venue.
An Appeal to Your Generosity
Would you like to help a family in need? PHP500 (~USD8.31) will give a family 3kg rice, 5kg of assorted fresh produce, 1 pack of dried fish and 10 Mingo Meals. Click on the link to donate directly to NVC Philippines or Donate – NVC Foundation – A Philippine Charity To course your donation through NVC USA, click on this link: Donate to NVC – Negrense Volunteers for Change Foundation – U.S., Inc. – U.S.
