Since launching in 2025, World Food Movement has:
Served 10,000+ nutritious meals in community colleges and underserved communities
Established meal hubs at prestigious institutions: Rutgers, NJIT, Middlesex College, and Medgar Evers College
Reached food-insecure communities across New Jersey, New York, Bay Area (California), and Washington, D.C.
The faces behind the numbers tell stories of transformation, resilience, and renewed possibilities.
Single Mother, Medgar Evers College Student
"Before World Food Movement, I was juggling two part-time jobs just to afford basic groceries while taking a full course load. Some days, I'd have only tea for breakfast and skip lunch to stretch my food budget. Now, knowing a hot, nutritious meal awaits me on campus means everything. I can finally attend all my classes, study without hunger distractions, and focus on my degree. This isn't just about food, it's about dignity and believing in a better future. World Food Movement didn't just feed my body; they restored my faith that someone cares."
Student & Aspiring Healthcare Professional, Medgar Evers College
And I've seen classmates having to struggle between figuring out, am I going to eat lunch or am I going to leave it for dinner or is me and my friend going to share it? So, of course, having nutritious meals that nourish the body, which is what world food movement gives, is important. So, I have to mention the taste of the meals. Come on. Right. So, I'll say this. The day when I went to be part of the event, I could just smell the aroma of spices in the air. I say, "Yes, it go taste good." And let me tell you, my taste buds were not disappointed. Thank you for seeing the need and fulfilling the need because faith without works is dead. So, I know that you guys are working to really do what you are called to do. To love, to show up, and to give.
President of Medgar Evers College
Our students at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York, have a median family income below $19,000 a year. Consequently, a number of our students are food insecure. Often times, people don't think about college students being hungry. As a matter of fact, a lot of people in this country see college students thinking that they have a life of luxury, which they really don't. This is such an important mission that the World Food Movement has that I hope that it will be embraced by all because as was said more than once tonight, no child, and I'll say no person deserves to have to go hungry.
Consul General of India in New York
World Food Movement is a wonderful initiative, inspired by Srila Prabhupada's vision of a hunger-free world, that will benefit communities across the United States. I congratulate the founders on establishing World Food Movement. Their leadership and selfless service have already touched millions of lives in India, and I am confident that this initiative will do the same here in the US. Let us all support this noble cause and build a world where the only hunger left is the hunger to learn, to succeed and to serve.
Every meal is a step toward a brighter future. Your contribution makes a tangible difference.
Help prepare and serve nutritious meals
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World Food Movement is inspired by The Akshaya Patra Foundation, which has served nearly 5 billion meals over the last 25 years, becoming the world's largest NGO-run school lunch program. We're bringing this proven, scalable, transformative model to America.
Our Founders:
Sri Madhu Pandit Dasa, Founder & Chairman
Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman
Both are founders of the Akshaya Patra Foundation and bring 25+ years of expertise in mission-driven food security programs.
This Diwali, let's transform the festival of lights into a festival of care. Every meal served is a statement: We see you. We value you. Your education and well-being matter.
Join the World Food Movement at Times Square and be part of building a hunger-free America.
Nourishing Lives. Scaling Impact.
World Food Movement is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity and empowering students and communities across the United States.
