As May arrives, Hong Kong’s weather has turned hot, humid, and rainy—summer is officially here. The rising temperatures make it increasingly grueling for volunteers to move about outdoors distributing food, yet our efforts have not slowed down!

We recovered over two tons of food this month! We extend our heartfelt thanks to every volunteer who braved the sweltering heat on the streets to provide tangible food support to more than 8,000 local residents. In addition to over 10,000 loaves of bread, the number of meal boxes distributed also increased, bringing hot, nourishing meals to those in need.

We invite you to sign up as a volunteer; your participation helps us ensure that recovered food continues to reach those who need it most during the scorching summer months!

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

May’s Achievements

In May, volunteers carried out bread and meal-box recovery and sharing initiatives across thirteen 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, Yuen Long, Chai Wan, and Shau Kei Wan.

A total of 663 volunteer shifts were completed this month, resulting in the collection of 10,732 bread items, 407 meal boxes, and 1,885 pieces of fruit, along with canned goods and snacks. The total weight reached 2,141.77 kg, benefiting 8,097 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: A total of 1,874 bread items (219.96 kg) were recovered. 310 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 1,860 sanitation workers and scavengers.

 Ma On Shan: A total of 1,595 bread items (159.5 kg) were recovered. 45 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 1,595 sanitation workers and local residents.

 Fo Tan: A total of 355 bread items (49.57 kg) were recovered. 9 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 92 sanitation workers and local residents.

 Tai Po: A total of 932 bread items (107.21 kg) were recovered. 29 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 360 sanitation workers, scavengers, street sleepers, and local residents.

 Fanling: A total of 962 bread items were recovered, along with 415.61 kg of fruit, canned goods, and packaged foods. 61 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 791 sanitation workers, security guards, scavengers, and homeless individuals.

 Tseung Kwan O: A total of 608 bread items (78.04 kg) were recovered. 9 volunteer shifts were mobilized, and the entire batch was shared with a total of 320 elderly people living alone, sanitation workers, and security guards.

Hung Hom / To Kwa Wan: Recovered 471 bread items and 1,372 other food items (including fruit, canned goods, and packaged foods), totaling 432 kg. Mobilized 58 volunteer shifts; all items were distributed to a total of 1,061 recipients, including cleaners, scavengers, and local residents.

 Tsim Sha Tsui / Sham Shui Po: Recovered 227 bread items (30.96 kg), 288 meal boxes (144 kg), and 513 snack items (102.6 kg). Mobilized 60 volunteer shifts; all items were distributed to a total of 424 recipients, including the homeless, low-income individuals, and cleaners.

 Yuen Long: Recovered 3,124 bread items (220.89 kg) and 119 meal boxes (111.5 kg). Mobilized 52 volunteer shifts; all items were distributed to a total of 1,114 recipients, including cleaners, the homeless, and local residents.

 Chai Wan / Shau Kei Wan: Recovered 584 bread items (69.93 kg). Mobilized 30 volunteer shifts; all items were distributed to a total of 480 recipients, including cleaners, scavengers, and local residents.