Employer profile
Berliner Tafel
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenAssociationSocial ServicesSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Founded1993
About us
Berliner Tafel e. V. is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing surplus food and distributing it to people in need across Berlin. Its mission is implemented through three primary programs: Berliner Tafel Klassik, LAIB und SEELE, and Kimba Kinder erleben Lebensmittel. The organization strongly commits to sustainability by preventing food waste and operating a sustainable exchange shop. With over 1,700 registered volunteers for the Klassik program alone, it demonstrates massive volunteer engagement and high transparency in its operations.
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Sustainability Goals
Zero Hunger
Food for people in need in Berlin
Berliner Tafel rescues surplus food and distributes it through programs like LAIB und SEELE directly to individuals and families facing food insecurity to combat hunger.
Responsible Consumption & Production
Actively preventing food waste
The organization actively promotes sustainable consumption and the reduction of food waste by rescuing surplus food and operating the 'Tauschladen Haltbar' exchange shop.
No Poverty
Support for low-income households
By providing food free of charge to social institutions and direct recipients, Berliner Tafel eases the financial burden on households experiencing poverty and reduces their expenses.
FAQs
Q1What is the purpose of Berliner Tafel and what contribution does it make?
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Berliner Tafel e. V. rescues surplus food and distributes it to people in need across Berlin. It significantly contributes to combating hunger (SDG 2) and poverty (SDG 1), while promoting responsible consumption and production (SDG 12) by preventing food waste.
Q2How extensive is volunteer engagement at Berliner Tafel?
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Berliner Tafel relies heavily on volunteer engagement. Over 1,700 helpers are registered for the "Berliner Tafel Klassik" program alone, and many key positions, including the Chairwoman, are filled by volunteers.
Q3What are Berliner Tafel's main programs?
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The organization operates three main programs: "Berliner Tafel Klassik" supplies food to social institutions, "LAIB und SEELE" provides food directly to individuals and families, and "Kimba Kinder erleben Lebensmittel" offers food and educational experiences for children and youth.
Q4How does Berliner Tafel promote sustainability?
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Berliner Tafel promotes sustainability by actively preventing food waste. Additionally, it operates a "Tauschladen Haltbar" (sustainable exchange shop) that supports the sustainable exchange of goods, thereby contributing to environmental protection.
Q5How transparent is Berliner Tafel in its operations?
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The organization places great emphasis on transparency. It provides detailed information on its structure, financial data, and annual reports to make its operations and use of funds comprehensible.
Q6Where can interested individuals find information about career opportunities at Berliner Tafel?
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Information on open positions and career opportunities at Berliner Tafel is available directly on the organization's website. Interested individuals can view current listings at https://www.berliner-tafel.de/uber-uns/der-verein/jobs-bei-der-tafel.
Q7Where does Berliner Tafel primarily operate?
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Berliner Tafel e. V. is an organization based in Berlin, Germany, and focuses its activities on rescuing and distributing food to people in need throughout the city of Berlin.
