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Food security initiatives launch in Paraguay and Mexico
In Paraguay, Banco de Alimentos has launched a national collection drive aiming to gather 40 tons of food. Supported by 1,000 volunteers, the initiative utilizes over 40 collection points in Asunción and the Greater Asunción area, as well as more than 30 points in the interior, including cities such as Ciudad del Este and Concepción. The organization currently works with 165 social organizations to support more than 52,300 people.
In Mexico, Fundación Alsea has commenced its 2026 edition of the ‘Va por Mi Cuenta’ campaign. Running from October 1 to November 30, the campaign seeks to surpass the previous year's record of 62.3 million pesos to combat food insecurity. According to director Ivonne Madrid Canudas, 77% of the children currently served by the foundation's dining rooms maintain an adequate nutritional status through monitored weight and height tracking.
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Alsea · Banco de Alimentos Paraguay · Fundación Alsea · Ivonne Madrid Canudas
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The organization coordinates with over 165 social organizations serving more than 52,300 people.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Banco de Alimentos Paraguay aims to collect 40 tons of food using 1,000 volunteers.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 77% of children served by Fundación Alsea currently have an adequate nutritional status. www.excelsior.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Va por Mi Cuenta campaign runs from October 1 to November 30. www.excelsior.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Va por Mi Cuenta 2026 campaign aims to exceed 62.3 million pesos in donations. www.excelsior.com.mx