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One of those shown on the front page is in the Netherlands, but access to dry foods isn't usually the problem for the target users here, because they already qu
by Freak_NL 7y ago
One of those shown on the front page is in the Netherlands, but access to dry foods isn't usually the problem for the target users here, because they already qualify for access to our system of foodbanks. Dutch supermarkets donate a substantial amount of dry goods and fresh produce to foodbanks.
If you want to make a difference, set up a recurring donation to your local foodbank instead, or volunteer to help. People in financial need already go there, so you can help them by not making them run around town to a bunch of free little pantries, and help them avoid the shame of using that pantry in your neighbourhood being watched by all your neighbours.
This feels like one of those initiatives that benefit the provider more than the intended recipient.
- skrebbel 7y agoBut how will your neighbours know that you're donating to the food bank?
- Broken_Hippo 7y agoBy helping to advertise donations to the food banks. Of course, this means putting signs in your yard/window or actually talking to neighbors.