Feeding With Dignity
Food Access & Nutrition
The Food Access and Nutrition division of Rizq is dedicated to nourishing communities, empowering individuals, and unlocking true human potential. Through a tapestry of programs and social business ventures, we strive not only to fill empty stomachs but also to address the root causes of hunger.
Our Impact
Creating Lasting Change, Together
Through our Food Access and Nutrition initiatives, we have been able to impact millions of lives.
20+ million
meals fed
4+ million
kgs of food saved
2+ million
meals re-channelized from surplus food
PKR100+ million
value of food saved
Problem Statement
What is the Challenge?
The global disruptions in supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the local devastation caused by the 2022 and 2025 floods in Pakistan, have plunged millions into poverty. Compounded by historic inflation, the accessibility of affordable and nutritious food has become an unattainable dream for many.
67%
of Pakistani population cannot afford a healthy daily diet
20%
of Pakistani population is undernourished
36.9%
of the households in Pakistan labelled as “food insecure”
Our Aim
What Do We Aim to Achieve??
Access to basic nutrition is the fundamental cornerstone upon which true human potential is built. Only through access to proper nutrition are individuals equipped to pursue education, develop skills, and contribute to their communities. At Rizq we recognize the transformative power of nutrition and are committed to ensuring that every person has the opportunity to unlock their full potential.
Our Work
What Do We Do?
Rizq’s work in the Food Access and Nutrition division is a mix of impactful programmes and innovative social business ventures, in order to create a self-sustaining system to end hunger.
Our Brands
Rizq Khana
Rizq Khana is a scalable, sustainable food retail solution addressing Pakistan’s food insecurity by providing hygienic, nutritious, and low-cost meals through a network of food carts supported by central kitchens.
Rizq Bachao
Rizq Bachao is dedicated to reducing food waste by turning surplus into opportunity through resale and redistribution.
Our Programs
Rizq Ration
Rizq Ration offers structured, dignified, and tech-enabled food assistance to families facing extreme hunger and vulnerability. The goal is not just to feed—it is to stabilize lives, preserve dignity, and transition families toward self-reliance.
Rizq Dastarkhwan
Beyond serving meals, Rizq Dastarkhwan aims to foster compassion by setting up traditional communal tables. Our program unites individuals impacted by food insecurity, offering not just nourishment but a supportive environment, embodying the power of unity and care within our communities.
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Featured Blogs
We provide holistic interventions across the food supply chain from farm to fork to ensure availability, access and affordability of food for all.
Rizq Ration – Creating a Food-Based Social Safety Net
In a country where millions continue to face daily food insecurity, the Rizq Ration program stands as a powerful example…
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Rizq Khana Food Cart Model: A Case Study in Dignified Nutrition Access
In October 2021, Rizq launched a bold initiative to tackle food insecurity through a simple yet powerful idea: mobile food…
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Rizq Bachao: Rechanneling Excess Food to Fight Hunger in Pakistan
In a country where millions face food insecurity daily, Rizq Bachao emerged as a movement to challenge a deeply flawed…
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Nourishing Initiatives: Transformative Features of Rizq’s Daig Program
Rizq Khana/Carts: Rizq Daig is made accessible to the people through our mobile carts strategically placed in areas with high…
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Channelizing 30,000 tonnes of frozen veggies in two days. ( Fauji Fresh and Freeze)
Rizq Bachao In times when the staggering statistics of food waste in Pakistan – 19.6 million tonnes annually, worth $4…
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Feeding the Hope: Samsung and Rizq Uniting Hearts for a #HungerFreePakistan
Rizq Ration In 2018, Samsung and Rizq joined hands for a remarkable collaboration – the Million Meal Challenge. Ramadan, a…
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Other Divisions
Rizq is working across a range of divisions through multiple programs and social businesses. Take a look at our other divisions.
Agriculture and Livestock
We empower small farmers with sustainable agricultural practices and provide essential inputs for innovative livestock management, enhancing food production while minimizing waste.
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Relief and Resilience
We stand with communities during crises, providing timely relief and long-term solutions to help them rebuild stronger, healthier, and more resilient futures.
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Special Projects
We bridge the gap between quality nutrition and affordability, ensuring every individual has access to healthy, balanced meals without compromise.
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Youth, Education and Advocacy
We amplify voices for change, advocating for sustainable policies and a better quality of life, while inspiring volunteers to take meaningful action.
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Research and Policy
We drive research and technological advancements that contribute to a more sustainable, efficient, and equitable food system for the future.
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Rizq believes in not just providing short-term relief, but in transforming systems and bringing grassroot level change. Become a part of this movement today and help us sustain lives!