BUAP launches food donation campaign to support vulnerable families

The Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) has launched its “Échale los kilos” campaign, running from October 15 to November 30. The initiative aims to collect donations of rice and beans to support individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Led by Rector Lilia Cedillo Ramírez, the campaign seeks to exceed the 12,000 kilograms of food collected in the previous edition. All donations will be channeled to the Banco de Alimentos Cáritas de Puebla, where volunteers ensure the food is distributed to those in need. Last year's contributions helped support over 12,000 people per week for one month.

Donations can be made at five designated collection centers: the Torre de Gestión Académica y Servicios Administrativos in Ciudad Universitaria, Edificio EMA6 in CU2, Edificio EMA1 in the Health area, Edificio Carolino in downtown Puebla, and the Complejo Cultural Universitario (CCU). The campaign is open to both the university community and the general public.