Bebraer Tafel receives 21,000 euros - support in times of crisis!
Bebraer Tafel receives 21,000 euros - support in times of crisis!
The Bebraer Tafel receives significant financial support of 21,000 euros from the German television voter. This funding is specially intended for help in times of crisis and is urgently needed to support the steadily increasing number of needy who rely on the services of the board. According to Osthessen-News , the board in Bebra and Rotenburg currently provides about 250 households, but must often be restrictions due to the high demand and long waiting lists make.
Since its foundation in 2004, the number of people who rely on food aid has increased significantly. Crises such as the migration crisis in 2015, Corona pandemic from 2020 and the Ukraine War have further tightened the situation. At the same time, those responsible report from the board that the food donations have decreased from supermarkets, which also complicated the situation.
important infrastructure for the board
Thanks to the new funding, the Bebraer Tafel can also create federal volunteer places and distribute food vouchers. This is particularly possible by purchasing a new cooling vehicle that has been in use since autumn 2024 and replaces the old vehicle that is often in need of repair. Mayor Stefan Knoche emphasizes that there are enough food, but many people are directly dependent on the board. The city is currently looking for a new location for the board to better serve the increasing needs.The table is part of the Evangelical Church district Hersfeld-Rotenburg and has set itself the goal of avoiding food waste. By picking up and distributing foods that stand shortly before or after their best before date, the needy is helped with low or no income. Interested parties can apply for authorization cards and have the opportunity to volunteer in various areas, for example in the driving, sorting or output service, such as Church district Hersfeld-rotenburg
importance of volunteering
The role of around 80 volunteers who work tirelessly at the board is particularly worth mentioning. Gundula Pohl from the Diakonisches Werk emphasizes the importance of volunteering, while table employee Conny Haag-Lorenz cites gratitude for people as important motivation for their commitment. According to tafel.de , 94 percent of the 75,000 table helpers volunteer against poverty and food waste. This initiative forms one of the greatest voluntary movements of the present and offers volunteers the opportunity to become active regardless of age and life story.The diverse activities range from picking up food to sorting and distributing to support in fundraising and public relations. Flexibility in use enables the volunteers to get involved regularly or temporarily in different ways. The volunteering at the Tafel not only offers the opportunity to invest your own time sensibly, but also insights into different realities of life and a positive personal development.
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