We Envision a Nation Where No One Goes Hungry
600K KGs of food distributed
212K Individuals served annually
280 Charity partners
6 Centres operating
What started as a handful of compassionate volunteers distributing meals on the streets of Kuala Lumpur has grown into a nationwide movement transforming lives across Malaysia.
Figures since inception
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RM7,219M
Total community impact value delivered
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RM6,646M
Value of food aid & rescued groceries
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RM249K
Value of daily essential distributed
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RM323K
Value of healthcare, social support & livelihood enablement
A Decade and a Half of Impact
Officially registered as a non-profit in 2008, KSK was founded on a compassionate philosophy that no one should suffer from hunger, regardless of background, belief, or gender.
2008
- Kechara Soup Kitchen officially established, serving meals to homeless individuals in Kuala Lumpur
2009
- Created homeless client database to better understand and serve individual needs
2010
- First medical outreach program launched, providing basic healthcare to street communities
2011
- Expanded operations to Penang and Johor Bahru
2012
- Food Bank program established; received Malaysian NGO Award
2014
- Awarded Iskandar Malaysia Social Heroes Award
2016
- Launched #zerofoodwastage initiative with Tengku Zatashah
- Appointed partner by Ministry of Federal Territories
- Joined Association of Asia Foodbanks
2017
- Began nationwide surplus food collection with TESCO Malaysia
- Launched Empowerment Sewing program
2018
- Expanded surplus food partnerships to AEON
- Received World CSR Leadership Award
- Hosted Malaysia's first food bank symposium
2019
- Appointed Strategic Partner of Food Bank Malaysia
- Inducted as a Member of The Global Foodbanking Network
2020
- Launched Empowerment Baking program during COVID-19 pandemic
2021
- Volvo Trucks Donates A 4×2 Rigid Truck To KSK
- Kicking off our annual campaign, School Mission 1.0 and Food Mission 1.0
2022
- World Food Day with Tengku Zatashah
- Opened Food Bank and Soup Kitchen hub in Perak
- Received Malaysia Best Business Awards 2022
2023
- Successfully executed our campaign, Be The Light.
2024
- Launched our campaign, Orang Asli Education, for 100 school-going children.
2025
- Underwent digitalisation by adopting ERP software and an AI chatbot.
2026
- Achieved certification as a member of The Global Foodbanking Network (GFN).
Reaching Malaysia's
Most Vulnerable
Our programmes serve diverse communities across urban and rural Malaysia. Each has unique needs, all deserving of dignity and support.
- 1. Urban & Rural Poor
We serve individuals and families facing poverty and hardship:
Houseless
Senior Citizens
Families
Orang Asli
Single Parents
Children
- 2. Charity Partner Organisations
We support fellow organisations serving marginalised communities:
Orphanges
Shelters and Care Centres
Soup Kitchens & Food Banks
Halfway Homes
Rehabilitation Centres
Learning Institutions
Our Holistic Approach to Eliminate Poverty
Our programmes are designed to meet people where they are and guide them toward long-term stability and independence.
Sustained Support
Food Bank
We distribute essential groceries to low-income families through a structured community network.
- 2,500+ Families supported monthly
- 600K KGs of food distributed
We Work with Everyone Who Believes in Our Mission
1,000+
Corporate Partners ranging from multinational corporations to family-run businesses.
280
Charity partners, including organisations, orphanages, and other community groups across 8 states.
We also work with
Government Agencies
We collaborate closely with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, Federal Territory Ministry, and Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living to tackle poverty at systemic levels.
International Networks
As members of the Global FoodBanking Network and Association of Asia Foodbanks, we share best practices and innovations with food banks worldwide.
Global FoodBanking Network Certification
As a certified member of The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN), Kechara Soup Kitchen operates at the forefront of the global mission to reduce food loss and alleviate hunger. This certification validates our commitment to operational excellence, guaranteeing that our surplus food rescue operations strictly adhere to international quality and safety benchmarks.
Together with GFN's network across six continents, we transform potential environmental waste into a lifeline for vulnerable communities—redirecting tons of food from landfills annually to nourish tens of thousands of people in need.
Our Promise of Strong Governance
After 18 years of serving Malaysia's most vulnerable, we've built robust systems that ensure every person we serve is treated with dignity and every ringgit donated is used responsibly.
18 years of audited operations
KSK's work is built on rigorous audits, standardised systems, documented SOPs, and integrated technology, ensuring operational integrity at every level.
We know every recipient by name
Each individual seeking assistance is registered and issued an identification card, ensuring no one from any marginalised community is ever 'faceless.'
Trusted by government and global bodies
Accountability is built into everything we do. These endorsements from government and international bodies confirm what our beneficiaries already know: KSK is trustworthy, effective, and here to stay.
Get to Know Us Better
RM1,250 received
Someone donated food packs for 5 families
RM750 received
Someone supported "Feed a Family" campaign
RM5,000 received
Someone funded KSK operational costs
RM150 received
Someone donated 10 meal sets
RM1,500 received
Someone backed "School Mission" campaign
RM15 received
Someone donated a meal set
RM7,500 received
Someone supported "Food Mission" campaign
RM250 received
Someone donated a food pack