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By Mabel Pais
The World Food Movement (WFM), established to provide food assistance to students and communities in the United States of America, held its launch on September 28, 2025 at the Victoria Theatre of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, New Jersey. This initiative is inspired by The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the world’s largest NGO-run school lunch program serving fresh, nutritious meals to millions of children every day.
WFM will focus on addressing hunger and food insecurity among students and communities across the United States of America. It has commenced feeding in prominent areas like the Bay Area (California), New York and New Jersey. The organization will extend its reach to Boston, Washington, D.C, Seattle and other locations to benefit more communities. Earlier this year, WFM served over 7000 meals with a goal of serving 100,000 meals annually by 2027.

The vision behind this movement began in 1966 when Srila Prabhupada (founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness – ISKCON) – arrived in America, and personally cooked and fed sumptuous meals to youth in New York. Those humble beginnings sowed the seeds of an inspiring legacy of compassion that the WFM carries forward today.
WFM is led by Sri Madhu Pandit Dasa and Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa, founders of The Akshaya Patra Foundation in India. The team will leverage the learning and expertise gained from over 25 years of feeding experience in its projects and initiatives.
HONORED GUEST-ATTENDEES
The launch was attended by Shri Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York; Dr. Patricia Ramsey, President of Medgar Evers College; and several dignitaries from across the US. Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa, Co-founder and Vice Chairman, World Food Movement, presided over the event.
The Honorable Mayor of Newark Ras J. Baraka, awarded a citation on the occasion, congratulating the World Food Movement and said that the organization will be a major power to address food insecurity and empower students and communities.
SPEAKER / ENTERTAINMENT CONTRIBUTORS
Abby V, an internationally acclaimed singer extended his support for the occasion, by rendering scintillating entertainment, blending classical and contemporary music styles.
Persistent Foundation US (persistentsystems.com), the US Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Persistent Systems, a global Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization leader, contributed to the initiative. The Wealth Planning Advisory Group (wealthplanning.com), a financial planning firm, partnered in organizing the event.

Shri Binaya Srikanta Pradhan expressed his appreciation and said, “World Food Movement is a wonderful initiative, inspired by Srila Prabhupada’s vision of a hunger-free world, that will benefit communities across the United States. For the last 18 months, I have watched its founders shape a movement of dignity. Just listening to a food-insecure Harlem beneficiary say ‘This meal is my breakfast, lunch and dinner’ was moving and shows me the impact this program is having. Helping young people in this way is what the Indian ethic of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, the world is one family, is all about. I have no doubt one million meals is a goal that will be met before 2030.”
Shri Madhu Pandit Dasa said, “I am happy that (the) World Food Movement has been officially launched today to work towards a common goal, alleviating hunger and enhancing food and nutrition security in America. We will dedicate all our energies and resources to serve the people in this country, targeting a life of dignity, good health and happiness. I invite everyone to join us in our mission to build a hunger-free world.”
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Chanchalapathi Dasa said, “I extend my gratitude to everyone present at the inaugural event of (the) World Food Movement. I wholeheartedly thank all our partners and well-wishers for making the event a success. We look forward to working with the government, college and university administrations, donors and all other stakeholders to serve the people of America. I am confident that with your support and encouragement, we can work towards fulfilling our vision that no one should go hungry.”
From the NJ Statehouse, Assemblyman Stanley of New Jersey’s 18th District released a joint resolution commending the World Food Movement. He said, “The program is already transforming lives on campuses across the state. It unites diverse communities.” He added that he wanted the next generation of students to participate in giving to those less fortunate, since learning to give back is as important as nourishing the body.
Thanking the World Food Movement, Dr. Patricia Ramsey, President of Medgar Evers College, said, “People think of college students as living in luxury, but the reality is many are struggling just to eat. I myself know what it is like to stand in an Ivy League (a group of long-established colleges and universities in the eastern US having high academic and social prestige. It includes Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Dartmouth, Cornell, Brown, and the University of Pennsylvania) dorm with only five dollars in my pocket. No person deserves to go hungry. Providing fresh food is part of ensuring dignity and academic success.”
Sonali Deshpande, Chairperson of Persistent Foundation, said, “It is an honor for Persistent Foundation US to partner with (the) World Food Movement in their mission to ensure access to nutritious meals for students and communities. This collaboration aligns with our commitment to supporting education, community development, and sustainability, underscoring the importance of creating a healthier, more resilient society.”
A few beneficiaries of the World Food Movement also attended the launch event.
Fatima, a single mother from Medgar Evers, expressed her gratitude for the organization’s initiative and said that fresh, nutritious meals will help her stay focused on her education. Alia, another beneficiary, described the challenges students face every day and expressed her gratitude to the World Food Movement for providing healthy, delicious meals. She said that this initiative lifts the burden off students and gives them the strength to achieve their goals.
The World Food Movement (WFM)

The World Food Movement is a not-for-profit organization established in the United States of America in 2025 to serve the people of this country. This organization is being led by Sri Madhu Pandit Dasa and Sri Chanchalapathi Dasa, the founders of The Akshaya Patra Foundation, which is the world’s largest NGO-run school lunch program.
His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), envisioned a world where no one ever goes hungry. The World Food Movement is an initiative in pursuance of his great desire to feed people extensively.
Replicability and scalability are two vital attributes of Akshaya Patra’s feeding programs. Its successful models will be replicated in the World Food Movement to serve the best quality of food to people. Kitchens are the heart of their feeding mission. State-of-the-art technology is used for cooking while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchens. Rigorous processes and systems are followed to ensure food safety and quality.
The World Food Movement’s infrastructure and resources will also be used to undertake food relief efforts during emergencies, wherever necessary. The team will utilize the learning and expertise gathered from its feeding experience over the last 25 years in World Food Movement’s projects and initiatives. The Board and Leadership are committed to ensuring transparency, accountability, good governance, and stakeholder satisfaction.
The World Food Movement is currently focusing on feeding students in community colleges and food-insecure individuals in various locations across the United States of America.
Mabel Pais writes on Social Issues, Spirituality, Health and Wellness, Education, Business, The Arts and Entertainment, and Cuisine.
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