Bulk Stream Limited (Formerly Grain Bulk Limited) in partnership with the Jaffer Foundation has donated assorted food items set to benefit about 40,000 Muslim families during this holy month of Ramadan across the country.

Speaking during the launch of the exercise in Mombasa, Bulk Stream Limited deputy chief operations officer Solomon Ondego said this was part of their annual Corporate Social Responsibility activities that they have been conducting over the years.

“We are praying and hopping that this humble gesture will go a long way to alleviate and cushion very many needy Kenyans during these tough economic times,” said Ondego.

Ondego said that as a company, they were extending efforts of compassion and solidarity in keeping up with this holy month of Ramadan.

He called on other companies, organizations and individuals to join in supporting the needy during this period saying that most Kenyans were going through a difficult economic time.

“We ask with all humility that all organizations and any individual at large to do their part in giving during this time because it is only when we do collectively our efforts together is when we can make a change,” Ondego said.

Speaking on behalf of Jaffer Foundation, Yusuf Jeraj said that the annual nationwide food distribution event aims to provide essential food items to the economically challenged families in the country.

“The food distribution program aims to provide essential food items to economically challenged families spanning from Mombasa to Tana River, Lamu, Maasai land all the way to Nort Eastern and parts of Nairobi,” he said.

The distribution program he said will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need adding that it will not only ensure that families have food on the table but also bring hope and relief during a time that is meant for reflection and gratitude.

This, he said, will not only help lessen the financial burden on these marginalized families but also serve as a reminder of the importance of extending kindness and generosity especially during this month of Ramadan.

“The act of giving during the month of Ramadan holds a special significance, we are not only fulfilling our moral duty but also spreading love, friendship and unity,” he said.

He also called on other organisations and companies to join in giving out to the needy during this period.

“Let us join hands and make a difference in the lives of those in need as we strive to uphold the values of generosity, compassion and social responsibility during this blessed month of Ramadhan,” he said.