Sudan’s community kitchens, known as takaaya, have been a cornerstone of survival for millions amid the ongoing conflict that began in April 2023. However, a recent report by Islamic Relief warns that these vital institutions are on the brink of collapse due to international neglect, supply shortages, and volunteer exhaustion. The charity’s extensive research reveals that 83% of Sudanese families lack sufficient food, with 52% of surveyed households having food supplies lasting less than a week. These kitchens, which operate alongside Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs), have been a beacon of hope and solidarity, providing not just meals but also shelter, health facilities, and support for victims of sexual violence. The ERRs, once supported by US funding under President Biden, have seen their resources drastically reduced since President Trump cut USAID support, leaving them struggling to maintain operations. Volunteers like Mazen Osman ibn Ibrahim and Manal Ahmed Ibrahim emphasize the cultural and religious significance of takaaya, rooted in Sudanese traditions of mutual aid and Islamic principles of charity. Despite their resilience, many kitchens have downsized from serving multiple meals a day to just one, with some shutting down entirely. Islamic Relief has called for urgent international aid to support these local initiatives, warning that their collapse would have catastrophic consequences for a population already facing famine and starvation.