Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN)

What Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN) does

Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN), legal entity "The Vietnam Foodbanking Network" (Mạng lưới Ngân hàng Thực phẩm Việt Nam), is a non-profit community organization founded in 2016 and headquartered at 10B Street No. 2, Hiep Binh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. It operates as Vietnam's first and most extensive food banking network and is a member of The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN), connecting to 50+ country networks. The organization's two stated missions are reducing food waste and improving community nutrition, executed through a network of 25+ community food warehouses across 34 provinces/cities, supported by approximately 2,700 volunteers and serving 870+ beneficiary institutions (orphanages, nursing homes, hospitals, shelters, community schools) and 24M+ cumulative person-beneficiaries since inception. The technology backbone is the Food Share Social Network platform (operated by Food Share Social Enterprise JSC), which digitally connects donors to recipients; the operational backbone is a physical last-mile network of small community warehouses embedded in low-income urban neighborhoods.

The business model is charitable: revenue is entirely from donations — both monetary and in-kind food from corporate donors (Starbucks Vietnam, MM Mega Market, C.P. Vietnam, Lineage Vietnam, ThaiCham) and diplomatic partners (Embassy of Denmark). All food and meal services are free to beneficiaries. A minor revenue-generating mechanism exists through "Gian hàng chia sẻ" (Sharing Stalls) which purchase farm surplus at 1,000–2,000 VND above farm-gate and resell to low-income communities at near cost — a transaction-fee model but negligible at scale. Beyond core food redistribution, FBVN has built an adjacent Green Hero ecosystem (Green Hero, Green Hero Solution, Green Hero Garden, Cái Ngang Xanh) focused on circular agriculture: converting food waste into organic compost for community gardens that supply fresh produce back to vulnerable communities. The Vietnam Agri-Food Innovation Program (VAFIP) 2026–2030 extends the model into a multi-stakeholder platform spanning government, business, academia, and youth, explicitly including AI and digital transformation as future pillars. FBVN is led by Chairman Nguyễn Tuấn Khởi, Vice Chairman Lương Nguyễn Khánh Văn, and CEO Nguyễn Hoàng Trúc Linh, with only 7 paid employees — operational scale is achieved primarily through volunteer mobilization and partner leverage.

Name

Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN)

Legal name

The Vietnam Foodbanking Network

Website

https://foodbankvietnam.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN) is a non-profit food banking organization founded in 2016 that operates 25+ community food warehouses across 34 Vietnamese provinces, redistributing surplus food to 870+ beneficiary institutions and 24M+ people via a network of ~2,700 volunteers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Banking Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (62421), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Food Banks (BPAGAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (Fair Trade, Food Access, Regenerative) (BPAGALAD), Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (BPAGAGAI), Resilient Livelihoods & Climate-Smart Food Security (BPADAJAH), Food Waste Reduction & Diversion Services (Donation, Animal Feed, Source Reduction Programs) (EUAIAEAH), Commercial Food Waste Programs & On-Site Solutions (Cafeterias, Grocers, Hospitality) (BPALAEAE)

Keywords

• Food banking services
• Food waste reduction
• Community nutrition support
• Surplus food redistribution
• Circular agriculture initiatives

Headquarters

HQ city

Ho Chi Minh City

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations & Charitable Contributions: FBVN operates as a nonprofit community organization. Revenue comes entirely from donations of food (surplus from retailers, manufacturers, restaurants) and monetary/inkind contributions from corporate partners, governments, NGOs, and individuals. All food distribution is free to beneficiaries.
2. Shared produce pricing (Gian hàng chia sẻ): The 'Gian hàng chia sẻ' (Sharing Stall) program purchases surplus agricultural produce from farmers during oversupply periods at prices slightly above farm-gate rates (1,000-2,000 VND above cost) and resells to low-income communities, generating minimal revenue to sustain operations while supporting farmer income.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN) operates a national network of community food warehouses that collect surplus food from businesses and redistribute it free of charge to vulnerable populations. The organization also runs circular agriculture programs (Green Hero ecosystem) that convert food waste into organic compost for community gardens, supporting both waste reduction and community nutrition.

Product overview

Food Bank Vietnam Network (FBVN) operates as a community non-profit food banking organization focused on two primary missions: combating food waste and enhancing community nutrition. The organization functions as a network model rather than a single unified product, comprising multiple interconnected programs. Core operations center on Food Bank WareHouse facilities (25 community food warehouses across 34 provinces) that collect, sort, and redistribute surplus food to vulnerable populations. This core infrastructure is supported by specialized programs including The Love Kitchen (meal preparation), S.O.S Food (emergency relief), Farm to Food Bank (farm-to-community connections), and Food For Change (awareness campaigns). The Green Hero ecosystem (Green Hero, Green Hero Solution, Green Hero Garden, Cái Ngang Xanh) extends the network into circular agriculture and sustainable food systems, converting food waste into agricultural resources through composting and community gardens. The Food Share Social Network and Vietnam Agri-Food Innovation Program (VAFIP) represent technology and partnership platforms for connecting stakeholders and driving innovation. Additional programs include Food Bank Garden, Green Rice, Stop Food Waste campaign, Food Hero Award and annual Food Forum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green Hero: A sub-project/initiative focused on promoting circular agriculture and food systems adapting to climate change, in partnership with the Embassy of Denmark and the Youth Union of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
• The Love Kitchen (Bếp Yêu Thương)
• S.O.S Food
• Farm to Food Bank
• Food For Change
• Food Hero
• Stop Food Waste
• Green Rice
• Food Bank Garden (Green Food Bank Garden)
• Food Forum
• Food Share Social Network

Products and services

• Food Bank Warehouse (Kho thực phẩm cộng đồng) Community food storage and distribution centers (over 200 m² flagship facility) that receive, sort, store, and redistribute surplus food from businesses to vulnerable populations including charitable kitchens, hospitals, orphanages, nursing homes, and low-income families across Vietnam.
• The Love Kitchen (Bếp Yêu Thương) Community kitchen initiative that prepares and distributes nutritious meals to disadvantaged children, orphaned elderly, and vulnerable populations through community-based cooking and distribution events.
• S.O.S Food Emergency food assistance program providing urgent food support during natural disasters, crises, and emergencies to affected communities across Vietnam.
• Farm to Food Bank Program connecting farms directly to food banks, helping farmers sell surplus produce at fair prices while providing fresh food to vulnerable communities and reducing post-harvest losses.
• Food For Change Awareness program focused on changing food consumption behaviors and reducing food waste across communities, businesses, and households in Vietnam.
• Green Hero Solution Circular agriculture project converting food waste into organic compost for community gardens, targeting diversion of 300 tonnes of organic food waste from landfills and reduction of 600 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
• Green Hero Garden (Vườn Xanh Cộng đồng) Community green space model combining circular agriculture with environmental education, urban agriculture, organic composting from surplus food, and sustainable development, featuring functional zones for vegetable/fruit growing, fish farming, and educational spaces.
• Cái Ngang Xanh (Cái Ngang Green) Pilot circular agriculture model in Cái Ngang commune, Vĩnh Long province, focused on climate-resilient agriculture, agricultural waste recycling, organic composting, and green agricultural brand development.
• Stop Food Waste (Ngừng lãng phí thực phẩm) Awareness campaign raising awareness and promoting actions to stop food waste in households, businesses, and communities across Vietnam.
• Green Rice (Gạo Xanh) Sustainable rice product initiative promoting organic, environmentally friendly rice production, distribution, and access to nutritious rice products for vulnerable communities.
• Food Hero Award Annual recognition program identifying and honoring individuals and organizations contributing to food waste reduction and community nutrition in Vietnam.
• Sustainable Food Forum (Diễn đàn Thực phẩm bền vững) Annual sustainable food forum bringing together stakeholders from government, business, academia, and civil society to discuss food security, circular economy, and sustainable agriculture in Vietnam.
• Vietnam Agri-Food Innovation Program (VAFIP)

Quantifiable outcome

• 53 million kg+ food supported from 2016 to 2025
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• C.P. Vietnam (Hội Liên hiệp Thanh niên Công ty Cổ phần Chăn nuôi C.P. Việt Nam)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 July 2026C.P. Vietnam signed a MoU with FBVN and the Youth Union of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (July 2026) for the Vietnam Agri-Food Innovation Program (VAFIP) 2026–2030. C.P. Vietnam brings practical experience, expert networks, technology, and its business ecosystem to support agricultural innovation and youth entrepreneurship, including donating 50,000 chickens and 25 tonnes of animal feed for sustainable livestock programs.
• ThaiCham (Thai Business Association in Vietnam)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 June 2026ThaiCham co-organized the 'Ngày hội Vui khỏe cùng con' (Healthy and Happy Day with Children) festival at SOS Children's Village Gò Vấp (June 2026), contributing food supplies, gifts, and resources alongside FBVN and VSC to support disadvantaged children.
• VSC - Vietnam Community Sports Development OrganisationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 June 2026VSC co-organized sports and physical activity programs for children at SOS Children's Village Gò Vấp, providing interactive games and community sports coordination as part of FBVN's child welfare initiatives.
• MM Mega Market VietnamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 May 2026MM Mega Market Vietnam signed a strategic partnership with FBVN (May 2026) to promote circular economy and reduce food waste. MM Mega Market contributes surplus food from its supermarket operations to FBVN's food bank network, supporting food recovery and redistribution to vulnerable communities.
• Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam (Đại sứ quán Đan Mạch)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2026Denmark Embassy, through its Agricultural Counsellor Sanne Høj Andrén, is a key strategic partner in the Green Hero Solution project (2026). The partnership leverages Denmark's experience in circular agriculture and sustainable food systems, aligned with the Vietnam-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership (GSP) established November 2023. The embassy supports FBVN's circular economy initiatives, organic waste recycling, and climate-resilient agriculture programs.
• Youth Union of Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (Đoàn Thanh niên Bộ Nông nghiệp và Môi trường)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2026The Youth Union is a core co-developer of the Green Hero Solution project and the Vietnam Agri-Food Innovation Program (VAFIP, 2026–2030). The union mobilizes youth volunteers, connects with cooperatives and farmers, and integrates FBVN's food banking activities with agricultural development and climate adaptation goals.
• Green Hero SolutioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Green Hero Solution is FBVN's flagship circular agriculture project (launched March 2026), implemented jointly with the Danish Embassy and the Youth Union of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment. It creates a closed-loop system converting food waste into organic compost for community gardens that supply fresh produce to disadvantaged communities, targeting diversion of 300 tonnes of organic food waste and reduction of 600 tonnes CO2 emissions.
• The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016FBVN is a member of The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN), a global network of food banks present in over 50 countries. GFN membership provides access to international best practices, compliance frameworks, crisis response expertise, and peer support. GFN's Craig A. Nemitz (Compliance and Crisis Services Director) visited Vietnam in 2025-2026 to assess FBVN's operations and share global food banking experience.
• Starbucks VietnammajorGTM or Marketing PartnerStarbucks Vietnam partners with FBVN on food donation programs, contributing surplus bakery and food products from its Hanoi store network. FBVN's Hanoi volunteer team collects and distributes these donations to vulnerable individuals. Joint programs include the Love Kitchen (Bếp Yêu Thương) initiative.
• Nourish VietnammajorGTM or Marketing PartnerNourish Vietnam collaborates with FBVN on the Love Kitchen (Bếp Yêu Thương) program and community food events, providing operational support, volunteer coordination, and food donation collection for distribution to orphanages and nursing homes.
• Hong Kong Mingde AssociationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHong Kong Mingde Association co-sponsored a donation event with FBVN and Nourish Vietnam at Lớp Học Tình Thương Bình Trưng, contributing VND 10 million in cash plus essential supplies and educational materials.
• Lineage VietnammajorGTM or Marketing PartnerLineage Vietnam is a long-term strategic partner of FBVN, contributing resources and professionalism to welfare programs. Lineage Vietnam sponsors the 'Xuân Gắn Kết – Phụ nữ Vững Bước' (Spring Connection – Women Stand Strong) program, providing 150 gift packages worth VND 1.2 million each to disadvantaged ethnic minority women in Nà Phặc commune, Thái Nguyên.
• Red Cross of Thái Nguyên ProvinceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRed Cross of Thái Nguyên Province co-organized the 'Xuân Gắn Kết 2026' spring outreach program with FBVN and Lineage Vietnam, supporting ethnic minority women in Nà Phặc commune.
• Food Share Social Enterprise JSCcoreOthersFood Share Social Enterprise JSC operates and develops FBVN's Food Share Social Network platform, providing technology infrastructure and operational support for the food bank's digital presence and social network operations.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Singapore Food Bank: National food bank collecting surplus food from retailers, manufacturers, and F&B operators for redistribution to vulnerable communities. Closest direct peer given the shared GFN-aligned food banking model in a Southeast Asian market.
• FareShare UK: UK charity operating regional warehouses to redistribute surplus food to frontline charities. Comparable model of regional community kitchens and warehouse hubs serving vulnerable populations.
• Food Bank India Foundation: India-based food banking network that recovers surplus food and distributes it to beneficiary institutions using a hub-and-spoke model similar to FBVN's community warehouse approach across emerging Asian markets.
• OzHarvest: Australia's leading food rescue charity, collecting surplus food from commercial outlets for free distribution. Comparable surplus-recovery and beneficiary-network structure with strong brand recognition.
• Foodbank Australia: Australia's largest food relief organization, operating a national warehouse network and redistributing surplus food to charities. Comparable operating model at higher scale within a more mature food-waste policy environment.
• Food Rescue US: U.S. nonprofit focused on direct-transfer food rescue from retailers to social service agencies using volunteer drivers. Comparable model of volunteer-driven last-mile redistribution of surplus food.
• FoodCloud: Tech-enabled food redistribution platform connecting retailers to charities across Ireland and internationally. Comparable focus on surplus-food redistribution with digital matching, similar in spirit to FBVN's Food Share Social Network.

Broad incumbents

• Feeding America: The largest U.S. hunger-relief organization with a national network of 200+ food banks. A scaled reference point for FBVN's long-term network expansion and corporate partnership playbook.

Others

• The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN): Umbrella network of food banks across 50+ countries and FBVN's direct affiliation. Provides international best practices, compliance frameworks, and crisis-response expertise that FBVN leverages to operate in Vietnam.

Regional players

• Second Harvest Japan: Japan's first food bank, collecting surplus food for distribution to welfare organizations. Regionally adjacent Asian food bank with a similar beneficiary-institution focus and corporate donor base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/food-bank-vietnam-network

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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