How many years has Hakubaku been donating food?

This is the 6th year, starting from the 2021 fiscal year, with annual summer donations.

Which families receive the donated food?

Mainly single-parent and child-rearing households facing financial hardship.

What food items are donated?

Somen, udon, barley tea, rice, and other staple foods.

Why is summer support important?

School meals stop during summer break, increasing household food expenses.

What is the goal of this initiative?

To ensure children's food security through local business-NPO collaboration and reduce food waste.

Sixth Year of Collaboration with Hakubaku Co., Ltd. to Support Children Amid Rising Food Prices This Summer

Published Jul 16, 2026 7:54 PM ・ Updated Jul 16, 2026 1:08 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Hakubaku Co., Ltd. and the certified NPO Food Bank Yamanashi are collaborating for the sixth consecutive year to deliver food donations—including somen, barley tea, and rice—to around 2,000 households with children during the summer break, when food costs rise due to the absence of school meals.

The food donation from Hakubaku Co., Ltd. marks its sixth year since the 2021 fiscal year. Over the past five years, the company has donated approximately 37 tons of food items such as somen, udon, barley tea, and rice, timed with school holidays when school meals are unavailable and household food expenses increase. These donations have significantly supported many families, especially single-parent and child-rearing households, by helping sustain their daily meals.

Voices from Families in Need

Rising prices of rice, food, and other daily necessities continue to place financial strain on households. Families receiving support have shared concerns such as, "Without school lunches during summer break, food expenses are a worry," and "I want my children to eat well, but our household budget is tight."

This year’s donation aims to deliver essential food items to families facing these challenges, serving as a collaborative initiative between a local enterprise and a food bank to support children’s nutrition.

Donation Highlights (Partial List) – Last Year’s Donation

Message from Mr. Shigetoshi Nagasawa, Representative Director and President, Hakubaku Co., Ltd.

"I deeply respect Food Bank Yamanashi for being a national pioneer in supporting families facing food insecurity since its establishment in 2008.

Today, within the food industry, many edible products are discarded due to distribution deadlines and logistical issues. Your role in bridging food manufacturers with families in need is profoundly meaningful for any company involved in the food sector.

I sincerely hope that local food manufacturers in Yamanashi deepen their understanding and cooperation, expanding this warm circle of support, and that Food Bank Yamanashi’s activities accelerate even further."

Donation Overview

Date: July 24, 2026 (Friday), delivery scheduled at 11:00 AM

Location: Certified NPO Food Bank Yamanashi

Donated Items: Somen, barley tea, etc. (Donor: Hakubaku Co., Ltd.)

Recipient: Certified NPO Food Bank Yamanashi

Distribution Target: Households with 2,000 children through summer child support programs.

Media Invitation

Media are invited to cover the delivery and reception of the donated food items on the day. Amid rising living costs, this initiative exemplifies collaboration between a regional company and a food bank to support child-rearing families and children’s nutrition. We kindly request your coverage.

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Sixth Year of Collaboration with Hakubaku Co., Ltd. to Support Children Amid Rising Food Prices This Summer

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