Egyptian Food Bank Launches Second Convoy to Aid Palestinian Families in Gaza

In furtherance of its commitment to supporting Palestinian familiesand its dedication to providing comprehensive formsof urgentinstantassistance and relief، the Egyptian Food Bank has announced the launch of its second aid convoy destined for the Gaza Strip. The convoy will pass through the Rafah border crossingfrom Egypt to Gaza،comprising120trucks،marking the largest convoy from the Egyptian Food Bank to date. Thesetrucksare loaded with 2،000 tons of aid، intended to serve 150،000 Palestinian families.

The launch of second convoy

The launch of thesecond convoy underscores the Egyptian Food Bank's unwavering commitment to providing support and assistance during times of crisis and hardship، ensuring the necessary aid isinstantlyavailable.Moreover،The Egyptian Food Bank has established a kitchen in the city of El-Arish، where 3،000 hot meals are prepared daily for relief workers and the field hospital in Rafah. Additionally،Egyptian Food Bankis providinge-vouchersworth EGP 1،000 per month in partnership with the "AlashanekYaBalady"foundation to support 2،000 Palestinian students residing in Egypton monthly basis.

The Egyptian Food Bank had previously declared a state of high readiness and mobilized its cooperating associations and volunteers to aid Palestinians، aligning with the Egyptiangovernment’sstance in support of the Palestinian cause under the umbrella oftheNational Alliance for Civil Development Work.Egyptian Food Banksent its first convoy،encompassing41trucksloaded with 50،000 food boxes equivalent to 500 tons، each box sufficient for a family of five for two weeks، as part of its strategic relief program، which is one of the most robust initiatives by the Egyptian Food Bank aimed at alleviating the sufferingof crisis-affected individuals.