Ending Hunger | A Community Giving Network

The Quiet Struggles of Vulnerable Families

Imagine having to choose between buying food for your children or paying rent. For many low-income families in Taiwan, this isn’t just a possibility but their everyday reality. Inflation has driven up the cost of living across the board, leaving vulnerable families in a precarious position. In 2024, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.18%, it’s the third consecutive year of inflation exceeding the government’s 2% warning threshold, and for low-income families, the burden was even greater, with living costs increasing by 2.32%.

These families are not just battling financial hardship but also the emotional toll of uncertainty. Parents worry if they can provide the next meal, while children feel the weight of instability in their young lives.

A Solution That Restores Hope and Dignity

The Mustard Seed Mission (MSM)’s Ending Hunger | A Community Giving Network program, with the LoveLife Centre being the heart of it, is bringing relief to families facing these challenges. In 2024 alone, the program delivered over 15,000 care packages containing vital items like food, hygiene supplies, and cleaning products to nearly 7,000 families across Taiwan.

What makes the program stand out is its innovative approach to care. Families are no longer limited to standardized packages. Instead, through an online point-based platform, they select the items they need most each month, ensuring resources meet their specific needs.

For example, Ms. Chiu, a single mother from Kaohsiung, uses the platform to secure essential groceries and household items for her two young children. Facing employment barriers due to a disability, she selects nutritional drinks and other necessities to support her family’s well-being. This approach not only meets and acknowledges families’ unique needs practically but also restores dignity by giving them the choice.

Meeting the Growing Need

The demand for essentials is increasing, and the need is urgent. To continue supporting families like Ms. Chiu’s, here are some of the key items we urgently need to replenish:

• 1,900 bottles of shampoo
• 1,400 packs of laundry detergent refills
• 4,100 cans of meat floss
• 4,150 packs of instant noodles
• 3,850 packs of juice boxes
• 4,100 packs of shelf-stable soy milk
• 2,450 pre-cooked meal packs

These items represent more than just supplies—they provide families with the stability they need to rebuild and thrive.

You Can Make a Difference

Every contribution helps us source and deliver these necessities to families like Ms. Chiu’s across Taiwan. You’re contributing more than just psychical items—you’re restoring hope and dignity to those who need it most.

Together, we can ensure no family is left behind in this challenging economy. Join us in making a difference and giving families the resources they need to thrive.

Join us in spreading warmth and care. Together, we can ensure no family is left behind.

The facial features of the family in the image have been modified to protect their identity and privacy.