12 May 2025 — To celebrate the 2569th birth anniversary of Lord Buddha, members of the Buddhist Gumba Reading UK have made a significant charitable contribution to the local community. On Monday, 12 May, the group donated an impressive 347.3 kilograms of dry food to Wokingham Foodbank.
The donation marks a heartfelt gesture of compassion and solidarity, values deeply rooted in Buddhist teachings. With the rising demand for food support across the UK, the contribution comes at a crucial time for many families in need.
A representative of Buddhist Gumba Reading UK said the initiative was organized to honour Lord Buddha’s message of kindness, generosity, and service to humanity.
Wokingham Foodbank expressed its gratitude for the donation, noting that such acts of generosity help sustain their efforts in providing essential food supplies to vulnerable households.
The event not only commemorated Lord Buddha’s birth but also reflected the group’s ongoing commitment to supporting the wider community through acts of kindness and service.
