Tuesday, April 06, 2010
The year 2010 marks the 10th anniversary of foodbanking in Japan
In 2000 a group of keen volunteers got together to start the first food bank in Japan. Ten years later as much as 5 million to 9 million tons of foods still suitable for eating are thrown away nationwide, while more than 650,000 people cannot afford to buy enough food. The need for our activities will grow in the future.
Reflecting on our activities in the last decade makes us realize that our advancement so far has depended on countless supporters. Volunteers, donors, sponsors, and many others who support us have helped to shape what we are today. To those supporters we would like to extend our sincere gratitude.
To show our appreciation of tremendous supports for us so far, we are planning two celebrations. We look forward to seeing you at each event.
1) 10th anniversary party on April 21
Charles E. McJilton, executive director, and new management staff members will give many thanks to supporters and talk about designs for food banking in Japan in the next 10 years as well as the first 10 years of 2HJ. This will be a good opportunity to meet and chat with volunteers, donors, sponsors, and 2HJ’s staff. For details please click here.
2) 10th anniversary charity concert and rice drive on April 24
A classical concert by long-time 2HJ supporter musicians, AND a rice drive! Your rice donation will be appreciated. For details please click here.
We at 2HJ look forward to seeing you at each event.
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