One of the most valuable parts of the food banking model is that it engages people from all sectors of the community – local volunteers and individuals, NGOs and civic organizations, local and national governments, and the business sector. As The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) has experienced around the world, in addition to feeding tens [...]
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Chris Rebstock
August 2009 Trip to India
August, 2009 - Chris Rebstock
“FOOD SECURITY CONFERENCE IN MUMBAI ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16.” GFN Technology partner, Aidmatrix, is very interested in playing a key role as our primary in-country NGO partner to develop and advance the plan for food bank establishment in India.
Read MoreMarch 2009 Visit to Amman, Jordan
March, 2009 - Chris Rebstock
“JORDAN IS A WONDERFUL COUNTRY.” Because of the synergy between food banking and agriculture, I have had the opportunity to meet a number of people with whom we can work to further the development of food banking throughout the region.”
Read MoreOrphans Walk Miles, Ride Bikes Through Rough Neighborhoods to Get a Healthy Meal and a Good Education
October, 2007 - Chris Rebstock
“NO ROOM AT THE INN.” Orphans in Nairobi, Kenya walk miles and ride bikes through informal settlements to get a healthy meal and a good education at St. Mary’s Mission Hospital campus. More.
Read MoreKenya 2007 Country Report
October, 2007 - Chris Rebstock
