As the effects of the new coronavirus continue to prolong, the NPO in Tokushima City provided food and other items free of charge so that people who are having difficulty living due to reduced work can have a peace of mind in welcoming the New Year.
The NPO "Food Bank Tokushima" provides groceries at this time of year, and in order to prevent infection, we distributed numbered tickets in advance and took measures to narrow down the number of people every hour. ..
At the venue, in addition to retort pouch foods donated by companies and farmers, canned foods, vegetables and other groceries, daily necessities such as stoves and blankets to keep people warm and old are lined up, and what visitors need. I was choosing.
As for this, consultations from single-parent families such as "I lost my income due to the influence of the new coronavirus" and "I have nothing to feed my child" are also sent to the group.
For this reason, a room dedicated to child-rearing households was set up at the venue, and child-rearing supplies such as disposable diapers and powdered milk were provided free of charge.
A woman in her 40s who works part-time with high school and elementary school children said, "In addition to the reduced working hours and lower income, I can't afford to have lunch during the school holidays. I really appreciate the support."
Masako Saeki, Executive Director of Food Bank Tokushima, said, "Weak people such as single-parent families and non-regular employees are in a more vulnerable position. I would like to support you so that you can have a good year." Was there.