FOOD BANK

The Lembah Subang Food Bank is an initiative by Petaling Jaya Member of Parliament, Maria Chin Abdullah, to distribute excess food to low income families earning less than RM1,500 per month within her constituency. The programme is run by her dedicated team of volunteers in partnership with the Food Aid Foundation and Team Selangor. Starting out as a pilot project in September 2018, the food bank now supports 114 families (458 people) living in the Lembah Subang People’s Housing Project. Families are selected on a yearly basis and registration is open once each year to all those living in the housing project that meet our criteria.

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Volunteer FAQ

1. What is Lembah Subang Food Bank (LSFB)?

LSFB, under the purview of Petaling Jaya Member of Parliament, YB Maria Chin Abdullah (P105), is a food distribution program for the urban poor.

Working alongside the Food Aid Foundation (FAF), LSFB receives its weekly supply of foods rescued from hypermarkets, food factories as well as restaurants. Instead of ending up in landfills, these excess foods are channelled to families in need at Lembah Subang PPR 1.

We aim to reduce food waste & to address hunger and undernutrition.

2. When and where is the food bank.

Every Thursday between 2pm to 6pm at Lembah Subang PPR 1, Jalan PJU 1a/42, Taman Putra Damai, 47301, Petaling Jaya.

3. Do I have to schedule in advance or can I just show up to volunteer?

All volunteering must be scheduled in advance.

4. What should I wear?

All volunteers will be provided with P105 Volunteer T-shirts. Casual attire is appropriate but clothes that show the midriff, low-cut blouses, tank tops, shorts or low rise jeans will not be allowed. No high heeled shoes for safety purposes.

5. How old do I have to be to volunteer?

The general limit is that volunteers must be at least 11 years old to help at the food bank. Volunteers ages 11-15 must have one adult supervisor per five youth.

6. Do I need to bring anything to my volunteer session?

Kindly bring drinking water ideally in non-single use plastic bottles as it will be hot. Please bring your positive attitude, flexibility, and compassion!

7. Is there a place to lock up my personal belongings?

The community hall does not have any storage facilities. Please do not bring valuables with you to volunteer.

8. Do I have to attend a briefing session prior to volunteering?

All volunteers are required to attend a 15-min orientation and briefing session. Group leaders are asked to attend and disseminate the information for their group.

9. Will I be required to lift heavy objects?

Different tasks have different levels of physical activity including some that have none at all. If this is a concern please speak to us before coming in.

10. Are there any restrictions I should know?

Do not give away personal contact details (phone, email, address) to strangers, including food bank beneficiaries. No physical contact especially with children. Direct all questions to the food bank staff or your group leader.

11. How do I get started?

Call Mayna Patel at 010 – 828 1550 for more information. Schedule a volunteer session today!

“Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead, Anthropologist

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SPONSORSHIP FAQ

1. How can I sponsor?

Please contact the following number to confirm the details. Mobile: 017-679 3409

2. Who can be a sponsor?

Individuals, companies, clubs and foundations are welcomed to contribute in kind. No cash sponsorship will be accepted

3. What foods can I sponsor?

We are focused on providing healthy basic staples that are accessible to the B40 segment. We would appreciate donations of the following items and their various sizes to enable ease of distribution.