Endorsements

Another important building block for new democracy is the love and goodwill we show to each other. That is the spirit of Masakhane, of bringing one another together. It is also the spirit of today's festival organized by FOOD FOR LIFE. - Nelson Mandela

I pray that your FOOD FOR LIFE program will expand to bring about a peaceful world. - Salambek Hadjiev (Former Prime Minister of Chechnya)

I congratulate you for your fine achievements on behalf of the homeless. . . FOOD FOR LIFE's success in providing housing, food, and social services has long attracted the attention of this office. - Arlen Specter (United States Senate)

The commitment of FOOD FOR LIFE goes beyond the need for the basic necessities of life; it is a commitment to improve the quality of life. - Bob Carr (Premier, New South Wales, Australia)

FOOD FOR LIFE is the real Reconstruction and Development Programme. The understanding that if I have a plate of food, let me share it with my neighbour . . . let those who are feeling sad come together with us, and together we can share this burden. This understanding should be taken from FOOD FOR LIFE and transmitted to the entire country. - Thabo Mbeki (Deputy President of South Africa)

As one of FOOD FOR LIFE'S supporters, OXFAM has witnessed firsthand the organization's activities and its ability to reach vulnerable groups in a caring and respectful manner. - Zola Dowell (Program Coordinator OXFAM, Belgrade Serbia)

[FOOD FOR LIFE] has been fundamental in promoting vegetarianism in the Australian society. - Rosemary Stanton (leading Australian nutritionist)

On behalf of the IRC, I would like to compliment the efforts of FOOD FOR LIFE in providing fresh fruit, vegetables, and prepared meals to some of the most vulnerable groups in Serbia. - Leland Montell (Country Director of the International Rescue Committee)

The Australian Government recognizes the valuable work the Hare Krishnas are doing with their FOOD FOR LIFE program. - Eric Fitzgibbon MP (Australian Parliament)

I am sure that in every city where there is a FOOD FOR LIFE program, the people would be very grateful for the help they give-feeding hundreds and hundreds of people, that would otherwise cost the city a great deal. And all the support, friendship, and counseling—it's hard to put a value on something like that. - Hayley Mills (British actress)