In our August packing shift, our amazing volunteers packed 38,863 nutritious
meals for families in need. We're deeply grateful for your time and effort—your
hard work makes a real difference in our community. Events like these show the power of teamwork. Every meal packaged is a step toward food security for all. Thank you for being part of the solution!

At the NiHao Kickoff meeting, Harris Xie, the 2023-2024 President of the NiHao Youth Program, sat down for an interview with Sherwin Xu. When asked, "What advice do you have for the future leaders of NiHao?" Harris offered valuable and insightful guidance for the next generation of NiHao officers. Watch the video to hear our former Youth President's recommendations!

At the NiHao Kickoff meeting, Sherwin Xu, the EVP of Activities in the NiHao Youth Program, conducted interviews with various NiHao supporters, partners, and officers. One of those interviewed was Betty Liu, the 2024-2025 President of the NiHao Youth Program. Sherwin asked Betty, "How do you plan to make a difference in your new role at NiHao?" Watch the video to discover Betty's goals and vision for the upcoming year!

  On the morning of August 10, 2024, NiHao hosted its annual 2024 NiHao Ambassador
Kickoff Meeting in Frisco—a signature event that brought together a remarkable
assembly of leaders and advocates. Texas State Representatives Matt Shaheen and Angie Chen Button, Plano Mayor Pro Tem Maria Tu, Erica Yaeger and John Jenkins from the
North Texas Food Bank, and many esteemed leaders from the Chinese American
community gathered to witness this inspiring moment.

The meeting began with host Vivian Chen introducing our first speaker, Bing Xie, Co-
founder of NiHao Food Bank Initiative. With passion and dedication, Mr. Xie spoke
about NiHao's journey—not just as a beacon of hope, but as a force of action. In the last
three years alone, NiHao has delivered nearly 2 million meals to families in need across
North Texas. His words resonated deeply, reminding us all of the power of collective
effort in battling hunger.

Next, Erica Yaeger, Chief External Affairs Officer of NTFB, took the stage. Her words
painted a vivid picture of the harsh reality of hunger, especially in Texas, where 40% of
those struggling are children uncertain of their next meal. Erica emphasized the critical
impact that volunteers have on the community, highlighting the urgency of our mission.

Harris Xie, President of the NiHao Youth Leadership Team for 2023-2024, recapped the year’s events and expressed heartfelt thanks to the ambassadors for their tireless efforts. He then introduced the new President, Betty Liu, ushering in a new chapter of leadership and hope.

Betty Liu, now President of the NiHao Youth Leadership Team, spoke with passion
about her goals and inspirations. She concluded with NiHao’s powerful slogan, “Give
where you live,” reinforcing the spirit of community that drives us all.

Jarlin Jia, a member of the NiHao Steering Committee, honored the Senior
Ambassadors—Jerry Wang, David Cui, and Jason Zhou—for their unwavering
commitment over the past three years. She wished them well as they embark on new

adventures in college and shared a heartfelt reminder that “You Are NiHao.” Her
message was clear: leadership in NiHao means embracing ownership, accepting
responsibility, mastering time management, building your personal brand, and most
importantly, finding joy in giving back to the community.

Before closing the event, James Huang, Co-founder of NiHao, announced the 2024
Peanut Butter Drive. He spoke passionately about the impact of donating peanut butter to
families in need, revealing that NiHao collected an astounding 40,000 pounds in 2023.
He urged everyone to contribute to this year’s drive, leaving us with the powerful words,
“Life is good when you're happy, but life is best when others are happy because of you.”

The NiHao Ambassador Annual Meeting was more than just an event—it was a
celebration of our collective commitment to service. We extend our deepest gratitude to
the volunteers who made this day possible—those who set up the conference room,
prepared refreshments, and managed the technology that ensured the event's success.
Your efforts embody the very spirit of NiHao, and together, we are making a profound
difference in the lives of those we serve.