In the spirit of Ramadan, a month defined by compassion, unity, and generosity, Nestlé Malaysia brought these values to life through its “Ramadan Penuh Bermakna bersama Nestlé” programme, ensuring underprivileged communities nationwide had access to nourishing meals and essential food items during the holy month. Through close collaboration with local religious authorities, NGOs, media partners, and universities, Nestlé Malaysia’s efforts reached over 300,000 beneficiaries, supported by approximately RM2 million worth of food aid.
Juan Aranols, Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Malaysia, said, “The month of Ramadan calls on all of us to care for one another. In line with our ongoing efforts to uplift Malaysians, we are committed to easing the burden of underserved communities who may face additional challenges during this period. Through ‘Ramadan Penuh Bermakna bersama Nestlé,’ we work hand in hand with our partners and mobilise our Nestlé Sayang Komuniti employee volunteers to ensure that nourishing food reaches those who need it most, reflecting our promise of Good Food, Good Life.”
Central to this year’s nationwide outreach was the packing and distribution of more than 15,000 Bakul Ramadan, alongside provisions for iftar and the nationwide distribution of MAGGI Bubur Lambuk. Working with various partners, Nestlé delivered essential products including MILO, MAGGI, NESCAFÉ, EVERYDAY Milk, NESTUM, NESTLÉ GOLD Cornflakes, and MAGGI to help families stay nourished throughout the fasting month.
A key partner in these efforts was the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), which helped distribute 1,500 Bakul Ramadan to vulnerable communities across the Klang Valley and other regions, including Tanjung Malim and Hulu Selangor. Nestlé also supported JAKIM’s Iftar MADANI programme by providing beverage sampling for breaking fast and contributed a two-week supply of NESCAFÉ and MILO products to 70 mosques, including those under JAKIM and six State Religious Authorities, benefiting nearly 40,000 mosque community members.
Nestlé Malaysia also collaborated with media organisations to extend aid to the urban poor, East Coast communities, and charitable foundations supporting the homeless, indigenous children, and orphanages. Partnerships with PRESMA and Ali Maju further expanded outreach, enabling support for an additional 3,500 Ramadan Relief packages. Beyond these efforts, the company provided targeted community support through product contributions and financial aid via Malaysian Humanitarian Aid and Relief (MAHAR), benefitting 500 refugee households, and engaged in gotong-royong activities, including providing a year’s worth of food support to an orphanage in collaboration with the Selangor Youth Community (SAY).
In addition to food aid, Nestlé continued its cherished tradition of preparing and sharing MAGGI Bubur Lambuk, reaching over 400,000 individuals across more than 300 locations nationwide, including zakat-eligible students at UiTM, UMT, and UMK. The initiative brought together Nestlé Sayang Komuniti volunteers and university students in meaningful gotong-royong efforts, strengthening the spirit of volunteerism among youth.
With a longstanding presence in Malaysia since 1912, Nestlé remains committed to creating a positive impact in the communities it serves. Through “Ramadan Penuh Bermakna bersama Nestlé,” the company continues to uphold its promise of Good Food, Good Life, ensuring that care, generosity, and togetherness remain at the heart of every Ramadan.