Egyptian Food Bank

On World Mental Health Day, we recognize that hunger is a physical crisis and emotional and psychological burden. It weakens the body, and it weighs heavily on the mind, dignity, and daily life. At the Egyptian Food Bank, we respond with holistic support that goes beyond food. We nourish with dignity and restore mental resilience. #WorldMentalHealthDay #EgyptianFoodBank #MentalHealthMatters #FoodSecurity #DignityFirst #HolisticRelief #TechForGood #SmartRelief #ZeroHunger #ProudlyEgyptian

Every young person deserves a fair chance — a chance to grow, to work, and to belong. At Egyptian Food Bank, we’ve always believed that true empowerment begins with opportunity. That’s why we’re proud to announce the signing of a collaboration protocol with Sanad for Alternative Parental Care سند للرعاية الوالدية البديلة — a step forward toward enabling youth who have grown up in care institutions to transition confidently into independent, fulfilling lives. The event began with inspiring keynote remarks from Mr. Mohsen Sarhan Ali , CEO of Egyptian Food Bank, and Mrs. Azza Abdel Hamid, Founder and Chairperson of Sanad Association, who both emphasized the shared vision of empowering youth through opportunity, inclusion, and sustainable development. Through this partnership, we aim to equip these young men and women with life and vocational skills, practical training, and income-generating opportunities within care institutions — helping them build self-reliance while also supporting the sustainability of the homes they come from. The Egyptian Food Bank’s role goes beyond providing food support — we are designing and implementing food-related projects inside care institutions, creating sustainable income streams that also serve as hands-on training spaces for youth. These projects will allow them to learn, work, and earn, giving them the tools and experience they need to thrive beyond care. On the sidelines of the signing, we hosted a panel discussion titled “Employment as a Bridge to the Integration of Youth from Care Institutions.” The session — moderated by Menna Walid, Program Innovation Officer at EFB — brought together experts and practitioners including Dr. Mohamed Elkaramany, Ph.D., MPP, Rasha Salem, Yasmine El-Hagry and Khaled El Sayed to discuss the challenges faced by young graduates of care homes and explore ways to better prepare them for the job market, strengthen institutional support systems, and ensure their long-term stability and independence. Together with Sanad, we’re building a future where empowerment is not a promise, but a pathway — one where no potential goes untapped, and every young person has the chance to begin again. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this partnership possible: Yasmine El-Hagry, Sally Sobhy, Dr. Bassem El Zohairy, Lamiaa Said, Noha M. Youssef - MBA, and Mona Abdelnaby, as well as Asma Haroun, MBA, Aya Elmenoufy and our event MC Nourane Khaled, MPH, EFB’s Program Innovation Manager. Your dedication and belief in this mission are what bring true change to life. #EgyptianFoodBank #SanadAssociation #YouthEmpowerment #SocialImpact #Sustainability #PartnershipsForChange #CommunityDevelopment

Free Mart is the Egyptian Food Bank’s retail-based food support model. Each beneficiary receives a monthly SMS containing a secure code and a personalized point balance, calculated based on household size and nutritional needs. These points are redeemed at any of our 300+ Free Mart branches across Egypt, allowing individuals to select the food items they need on their own terms, without pre-packed boxes or fixed distributions. This system empowers mothers, the elderly, and people with special needs to shop with freedom, privacy, and respect. Because every family deserves to choose. Visit our website and learn more about Freemart. Be part of the change. #EgyptianFoodBank #FreeMart #FoodSecurity #DignityFirst #SustainableImpact #SocialInnovation #CommunitySupport

This September, the Egyptian Food Bank (EFB) had the honor of hosting the Indonesia–MENA Expert Exchange (IMEE) delegation, under the theme “Optimizing Halal Industry, Regenerative Agriculture, and Healthy Community.” As a long-standing strategic partner of Danone Egypt, we were proud to take part in this initiative, led by Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Yogyakarta (UNU Jogja) (Indonesia) in collaboration with Danone Indonesia, which aims to foster knowledge-sharing and sustainable partnerships between Indonesia and the MENA region. The visit brought together a high-level delegation of senior experts from government, academia, civil society, and the private sector, where we exchanged insights on food security, nutrition, agricultural innovation, and sustainability. We extend our gratitude to our distinguished guests: -Prof. Dr. Ir. Ikeu Tanzia, Ms – Senior Expert, BGN National Nutrition Agency -Dr. Dr. Harry Suhada, Pt., M.Sc – Director of Livestock Breeding & Production, Ministry of Agriculture -Ulil Abshar Abdalla – Chairman, Nahdlatul Ulama Central Board -Dr. Ali Hassan Bahar – Chairman of Lazisnu (Institute for Alms, Infaq, and Charity), Nahdlatul Ulama Central Board -Prof. Ir. Ahmad Syafiq, M.Sc., Ph.D – Professor of Nutrition, Universitas Indonesia -Firman Kusuma – Senior Manager, Public Affairs & Sustainability, Danone Indonesia -Ratih Anggraeni – Head of Climate & Water Stewardship, Danone Indonesia -Andra Tersiana – Lecturer in Agricultural Product Technology, Nahdlatul Ulama University (UNU) -Maria Ulfa Fauzi – Director of Shafiec UNU Jogja & Coordinator of IMEE 2025, Program Coordinator IMEE #EgyptianFoodBank #FoodSecurity #GlobalPartnerships #Nutrition #Sustainability #IMEE

Through our school and nursery feeding programs, the Egyptian Food Bank delivered more than 8.8 million meals between July 2024 and June 2025 — including 6.52 million meals for nurseries and 2.35 million meals for schoolchildren. These meals are more than numbers. They represent healthy growth, sharper concentration, and a stronger start for Egypt’s youngest learners. Because when we invest in food security for children, we invest in the future of education itself. #EgyptianFoodBank #SchoolFeeding #NutritionForLearning #ChildNutrition #EducationForAll #ZeroHunger #FeedingFutures #CommunityImpact #SustainableSupport #ChildDevelopment

In the “Innovation for Humanity” podcast, launched by the Egyptian Food Bank on the sidelines of DIHAD, Jennifer Dias shared powerful insights on shifting our mindset in humanitarian work. “It’s not just about numbers or delivery…it’s about empowerment, lasting impact, and ensuring that local organizations have the decision-making power to lead.” True sustainability means building resilience from within communities.

Back to school means new books, new lessons… and for too many children, new challenges. A classroom should be filled with learning — not hunger. That’s why we provided 2.35 million meals to schoolchildren last academic year. Because no child should think of how is he/she going to eat. #EgyptianFoodBank #BackToSchool #FeedingFutures #ChildNutrition #FoodSecurity #EducationForAll #NutritionForLearning #ZeroHunger #CommunityImpact #SustainableSupport

EFB’s “Right to Know” platform RTK sets a new standard for transparency and data-driven development. Developed by Egyptian Food Bank, RTK transforms how we measure and communicate outcomes across feeding programs, nutrition interventions, and community outreach. With live dashboards, data reports, and measurable insights, RTK offers full transparency into how every meal, every initiative, and every partnership contributes to long-term resilience. Explore the platform at rtk.efb.eg and see how data drives transformation. #EgyptianFoodBank #RTKPlatform #ImpactTracking #FoodSecurity #NutritionMatters #SustainableDevelopment #TransparencyInAction #InvestInChildren #FeedingTheFuture #SocialImpact

Nutrition is the first building block of education. With it, children can learn better, grow stronger, and reach their potential. That’s why our school feeding program now serves 54,000 school students in 14 governorates with daily hot meals, building a stronger generation for Egypt’s future. #EgyptianFoodBank #FoodForEducation #ImpactAtScale #ChildSuccess

In the latest “Hekayet Modeer” podcast episode, hosted by Noha Saad on Eladl Group Digital, Mohsen Sarhan Ali (CEO of the Egyptian Food Bank) shares his inspiring journey from the private sector to leading one of Egypt’s most impactful NGOs. He talks about the shift from delivery to empowerment, and how sustainable solutions for food security start with changing mindsets and empowering communities. Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d67k9hGw #EgyptianFoodBank #Leadership #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #Impact #ElAdlGroupDigital