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  • Zero Hunger

Fight Food Waste

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Improve the lives of thousands in need by providing them with food.
  • Discover Barcelona and its beautiful beaches and history.
  • Volunteer to have a meaningful social impact that really matters.

Highlights

  • Improve the lives of thousands in need by providing them with food.
  • Discover Barcelona and its beautiful beaches and history.
  • Volunteer to have a meaningful social impact that really matters.
  • Contribute actively to fight the food waste in Portugal.
  • Learn Spanish from the locals.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Join local partners to redistribute leftover food from local supermarkets among social organizations, poor families, homeless people, and other people in need!

    Did you know that 262,000 tonnes of food are wasted annually in Catalonia? Food waste occurs across the food industry, with 40% wasted in production, 5% in distribution, 40% in homes, and 15% in the restaurant sector. This is where you can make a difference! 

    By helping these initiatives, you can ...

    About the program

    Did you know that 262,000 tonnes of food are wasted annually in Catalonia? Food waste occurs across the food industry, with 40% wasted in production, 5% in distribution, 40% in homes, and 15% in the restaurant sector. This is where you can make a difference! 

    By helping these initiatives, you can give surplus food a new purpose and ensure it reaches those in need. A network of centers collects excess food from local restaurants, supermarkets, and cafes, organizes it, and redistributes it among families, the elderly, and the unhoused.

    What to Expect:

    • Food Collection: Collect perishable food from supermarkets and donations.

    • Meal Preparation: Prepare breakfast, lunch, or dinner and serve meals to unhoused people.

    • Warehouse Work: Assist with loading, unloading, organizing, and quality control of food donations.

    • Food Processing: Treat food for freezing and future cooking.

    • Special Recipes: Cook special recipes to maximize the potential of each food item and create quality meals for distribution.

    Daily Tasks:

    • Food Collection: Pick up food from restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets.

    • Meal Preparation: Prepare and serve meals.

    • Storage Organization: Assist with storing and organizing food donations.

    • Quality Control: Perform quality checks on collected food.

    • Meal Distribution: Hand out meal boxes to families, the elderly, and the unhoused community.

    Why Join?:

    • Make an Impact: Help reduce food waste and support those in need.

    • Gain Experience: Develop skills in food distribution and community service.

    • Cultural Immersion: Experience life in Barcelona while making a positive difference.

    Ready to Fight Food Waste?

    Typical day

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning, afternoon or evening shift and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:

    07:00 - 10:00 a.m.: Breakfast at the volunteer accommodation

    10:00 a.m. :  

    • (1) Travel to the Fight Food Waste place to join ...

    Typical day

    After the initial orientation day, you will have a morning, afternoon or evening shift and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. 

    A typical schedule is as follows:

    07:00 - 10:00 a.m.: Breakfast at the volunteer accommodation

    10:00 a.m. :  

    • (1) Travel to the Fight Food Waste place to join the local staff and begin work on your project, or
    • (2) Explore the city, relax, attend Spanish language lessons, or enroll in other activities if you have an afternoon project.

    01:30 p.m.: For Lunch, you have the freedom to try a local restaurant.

    02:00 - 07:00 p.m.: 

    • (1) Travel to the  Fight Food Waste place to join the local staff and begin work on your project, or
    • (2) Explore the city, relax, attend Spanish language lessons, or enroll in other activities if you have a morning project.

    08:00 - 10:00 p.m.: Dinner is served at the accommodation.

    Free-time activities

    Barcelona is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled architecture, sun-drenched beaches, and picturesque neighborhoods. The local team will give you practical information and some tips to make the most out of your stay.

    Every month, there's a different celebration or main event in ...

    Free-time activities

    Barcelona is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture, fabled architecture, sun-drenched beaches, and picturesque neighborhoods. The local team will give you practical information and some tips to make the most out of your stay.

    Every month, there's a different celebration or main event in the city. If you happen to be around, check the festivities calendar for that month! 

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level) or Spanish (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    What’s included?

    - Pick up at the international airport in Barcelona (when arrival is on the weekend) & public transportation transfer to the accommodation - Sunday 

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    - Accommodation at a dormitory at a social hostel, female dormitory or mixed dormitory with a private bathroom; bed sheets are provided

    - Two meals a day everyday: Breakfast and dinner (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)

    - Shared use of the common room, outdoor area, and free WIFI

    - Orientation event on arrival (including an introduction to Spain and Spanish culture, volunteer experience, an overview of programs, practical information, and safety guidelines)

    - Responsible guided city tour

    - The best tips to discover the city!

    - Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project

    - Introduction on the first day of volunteering

    - Ongoing support throughout the stay

    - 24h/7 emergency support

    Airport Pickup at Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect

    Accommodation

    You will be accommodated in a social hostel with a meaningful social mission in Barcelona. The Hostel has the capacity to accommodate up to 320 conscious travelers who want to visit Barcelona in a responsible way. There are various common areas such as the dining room, the living room, room balconies, and outside areas.  

    The hostel is in a neighborhood where you can find everything you need: a mall, local coffee shops, supermarkets, ATMs, a hospital, police, and most utilities you will need are just around the corner. The Hostel is 10 minutes walking from the metro stop and has many buses that can bring you to the city center in 1 hour.

    But what is really unique about it is its social concept. The hostel is actually a social business for a non-profit organization run in the same building. The non-profit develops a wide range of programs, campaigns, and activities for children and youth, their families, and third sector organizations.

    Food & Beverages

    We will provide breakfast and dinner at the hostel everyday. The hostel restaurant offers meals with fresh local ingredients everyday for all volunteers in a very Spanish style and they are prepared to accommodate most diet restrictions such as vegan and vegetarians, gluten-free and lactose intolerant.

    For dinner, you can either explore the city or use the kitchen at the accommodation :)

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) in Barcelona. We assist you to find cheap flights to Spain. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Spain provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Spain you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Spain. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Our Barcelona programs start on the Sunday before the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month AND every Sunday from May to the end of August.
    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $982 per week 1 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    1 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    2023
    I had an amazing 2 weeks volunteering at a food waste redistribution kitchen in Barcelona and am very grateful to have had this experience! ...
    Will Slocum

    Fight Food Waste

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    2025
    I ended up staying in the program for a week. I loved working with the cats and the people there, who were all really sweet. The program ...
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    2024
    I recommend this experience to absolutely anyone, it was the best of my life. The first week my placement was in a Skatepark in Cascais, so ...
    Alba Gala Torrero

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    2024
    Stayed 2 weeks in October 2024. Warm welcomed by a dynamic and enthusiastic team. Clear and detailed information provided. Good location, ...
    Eliane BURLAC

    Child & Youth Supporter

    Location

    Europe > Southern Europe > Spain > Barcelona

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    Cristiana
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    Spoken languages: Portuguese, Spanish, English
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