June brought the traditional Dragon Boat Festival. Beyond our regular food rescue operations, we specifically collected and distributed 350 boxes of festive *zongzi* (sticky rice dumplings), sharing holiday flavors and care with our neighbors.

Our total rescue volume remained high this month, reaching 1,834.85 kg and benefiting over 8,000 people. From bread and hot meals to an abundance of fruit, canned goods, and seasonal treats, this tangible support was made possible entirely through the hard work and dedication of our volunteers.

We invite you to sign up as a volunteer and help us ensure that rescued food reaches those in need!

To sign up as a volunteer, please scan the QR code or click the link:https://www.foodcommons.hk/en/volunteers

June’s Achievements

In June, volunteers carried out food recovery and sharing initiatives across fourteen districts: Tai Wai, Ma On Shan, Fo Tan, Tai Po, Fanling, Tseung Kwan O, To Kwa Wan, Hung Hom, Tsim Sha Tsui, Sham Shui Po, Causeway Bay, Yuen Long, Chai Wan, and Shau Kei Wan.

A total of 646 volunteer shifts were mobilized this month, collecting 8,655 loaves of bread, 190 meal boxes, 350 boxes of *zongzi* (sticky rice dumplings), and 2,320 items comprising fruit, canned goods, and snacks. The total weight reached 1,834.85 kg, benefiting 8,358 people. We extend our heartfelt thanks to every volunteer who worked tirelessly and gave their all!

Results for each district are as follows:

Tai Wai: Recovered 2,130 bread items (240.72 kg) and 72 boxes of *zongzi* (33.8 kg). Mobilized 325 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 2,130 sanitation workers and scavengers.

Ma On Shan: Recovered 1,927 bread items (192.7 kg). Mobilized 50 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 1,927 sanitation workers and local residents.

Fo Tan: Recovered 181 bread items (23.28 kg) and 160 boxes of *zongzi* (59.07 kg). Mobilized 10 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 347 sanitation workers and local residents.

Tai Po: Recovered 789 bread items (95.9 kg) and 118 boxes of *zongzi* (58.25 kg). Mobilized 29 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 501 sanitation workers, scavengers, street sleepers, and local residents.

Fanling: Recovered 268 bread items (38.65 kg) and 1,040 items of fruit, canned goods, and packaged food (56.7 kg). Mobilized 40 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 392 sanitation workers, security guards, scavengers, and homeless individuals.

Tseung Kwan O: Recovered 359 bread items (59.02 kg). Mobilized 12 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 264 elderly people living alone, sanitation workers, and security guards.

Hung Hom / To Kwa Wan: Recovered 621 bread items (80.4 kg) and 961 items of fruit, canned goods, and packaged food (156.85 kg). Mobilized 42 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 774 recipients, including cleaners, scavengers, and local residents.

Tsim Sha Tsui / Sham Shui Po: Recovered 52 bread items (6.41 kg), 190 meal boxes (95 kg), and 331 snack items (66.2 kg). Mobilized 53 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 243 recipients, including the homeless, low-income individuals, and cleaners.

Causeway Bay: Recovered 44 bread items (4.4 kg). Mobilized 1 volunteer shift; all items were shared with a total of 7 recipients, including cleaners, scavengers, and local residents.

Yuen Long: Recovered 1,595 bread items (413.16 kg) and 988 items of fruit, canned goods, and packaged food (70.13 kg). Mobilized 58 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 1,172 recipients, including cleaners, the homeless, and local residents.

Chai Wan / Shau Kei Wan: Recovered 689 bread items (84.20 kg). Mobilized 26 volunteer shifts; all items were shared with a total of 601 recipients, including cleaners, scavengers, and local residents.

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