Economic challenges, extended lockdowns, and escalating COVID-19 cases have severely impacted Malaysia’s B40 communities, leaving many families struggling to meet basic needs. FreeMakan, an initiative dedicated to combating hunger, has been inundated with requests. With the support of NGOs, community groups, and devoted individuals, FreeMakan is working tirelessly to bring immediate relief to those in need.

One recent effort involved Ms. Mala, a social worker who teamed up with FreeMakan to deliver essential grocery packs to 25 B40 families at PPR Taman Beringin in Kuala Lumpur. This coordinated outreach provided much-needed assistance, helping to alleviate some of the pressure on these families during a challenging time.

Given the ongoing lockdown, deliveries are managed primarily through Lalamove, ensuring the safe and timely arrival of aid. All delivery costs are generously covered by the BAC Education Group, highlighting the strength of partnerships in supporting those affected by economic hardship.

To further streamline these vital operations, Latenode could be used to automate and simplify several key processes:

• Request Management: Automate the intake and organization of food aid requests, enabling FreeMakan to prioritize and respond swiftly.
• Logistics Coordination: Set up workflows to track and manage delivery schedules, driver assignments, and confirmations in real-time, especially with Lalamove.
• Donation and Expenditure Tracking: Automatically track donations received and costs incurred, ensuring transparency and efficient fund allocation.
• Volunteer and Partner Communication: Coordinate with volunteers, social workers, and NGOs through automated notifications and updates, keeping all parties aligned and informed.

Using Latenode to optimize these aspects would help FreeMakan scale its impact, allowing more B40 families to receive timely and essential support during this critical time.