President: William Nathan Atmadja

As a prospective biochemist, William looks to research and innovation in order to address prevalent nutrition, health, and food waste challenges around Indonesia. William has worked on developing low glycemic index products to safeguard the health of the diabetic community. Taking part in the Innovative Food Processing Technologies research group at IPB university, he has also researched the production of Jack Bean Legume-based Bioactive Peptides through a Dual Enzymatic Hydrolysis in a Continuous Membrane Reactor for large scale food manufacturing. 

As President and an actively contributing member of Feeding Hands for over three years, William is dedicated to expanding the organization with more innovative projects and partnerships. He aims to impactfully address food waste and hunger for all Indonesian demographics while positively reaching a broader audience. 

Manager: Hiero Hartawan

Hiero’s dedication to combating food waste is deeply influenced by his experiences growing up in Jakarta. Witnessing both the abundance and the disparities within his city, he became committed to addressing these imbalances. Supported by hope of helping feeding hands impact the massive food waste problem around the world. Hiero provides clear communication with suppliers and receivers ensuring a smooth donation process. He focuses on creating efficient systems for food redistribution and educating the community about sustainable practices. His hands-on approach involves collaborating with local farmers, grocers, and volunteers to ensure surplus food reaches those in need. Hiero’s work is characterized by his ability to connect with people from all walks of life, fostering a community spirit centered on reducing waste and hunger. His dedication to these causes as he hopes of a more equitable and sustainable future for Indonesia.

OUR STORY

Feeding Hands was founded in 2018 by 4 high schoolers (Left to Right: Daniela Sugih, Kathleen Humato, Aileen Atmadja and Meliana Budhihartanto). Observing the stark contrast between the city's abundance and the poverty-stricken areas, they were inspired to make a difference. They initiated a project to collect surplus food from local restaurants and distribute it to needy communities. Through collaboration with businesses and awareness campaigns in their school, they not only reduced food waste but also provided meals to those in need, turning a simple idea into a transformative community effort. Ever since they left to continue their further education in prestigious universities, Feeding Hands continued to bloom under their guidance.