Food baskets to 50.000 needy families in Colombia!

According to the latest FAO report, around 3.4 million Colombians suffer from hunger every day, and 36% of the population cannot afford a healthy diet due to the high cost of food. This means that more than 14 million people face barriers to freely accessing adequate nutrition.

Faced with this reality, the Bogotá Food Bank has intensified its call to action. So far in 2025 alone, we have distributed more than 9,600 tons of food, equivalent to nearly 27 million meals, through a solidarity network made up of 1,040 social organizations.

Also, in contexts of climate emergencies and armed conflicts, we have played a key role by activating our logistics networks to deliver urgent humanitarian aid: non-perishable food, water, and hygiene kits. In 2024, we responded to more than 20 emergencies in Bogotá and other regions, bringing hope and relief to thousands of families who did not have immediate access to support.

The figures presented by the FAO confirm that hunger continues to be a national scourge. That is why we will continue to work with commitment and determination, implementing our comprehensive approach: recovering food, distributing it equitably, supporting social organizations, and responding quickly to emergencies.

Our work continues to position us as a key player in the fight against hunger in Colombia. And although the challenges are great, we firmly believe that, together, we can make a real difference in the lives of millions.

To learn more about our work, visit us at: www.bancodealimentos.org.co

Links:

• Bogota Food Bank Website

Climate Change and Food Security: A Growing Concern for Colombian Families

The effects of climate change on food security in Latin America and the Caribbean are becoming more serious. According to the Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition 2024, published by the UN, 74% of the countries in the region are highly exposed to extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and storms. These events disrupt agriculture, raise food prices, and threaten progress in the fight against hunger.

The report highlights that 14 countries (52%) face a high risk of food insecurity. Climate change makes existing inequalities worse, making it harder for people to access healthy food and worsening poverty. Between 2019 and 2023, undernourishment in the region increased by 1.5 percentage points, especially affecting the most vulnerable communities.

The UN emphasizes the importance of strengthening food systems to make them more resilient and sustainable. This is key to fighting hunger and malnutrition.

At Banco de Alimentos de Bogotá, we are committed to being part of the solution. By rescuing surplus food, distributing nutritious products, and supporting vulnerable communities, we help reduce food waste and improve access to food. Our work also strengthens communities' ability to face economic and environmental challenges.

But we can’t do it alone. It’s only with your support that we can continue fighting hunger and ensuring that more people have access to nutritious food. Together, we can build a more just and healthier future for all.

To learn more about our job, please visit us at: www.bancodealimentos.org.co

Links:

• Bogota Food Bank website