20 years of courage: help for the needy in Vienna - a strong network!
20 years of courage: help for the needy in Vienna - a strong network!
An important anniversary is celebrated in Vienna today: The association of courage, the origin of which is in the Wieden, goes on a journey into its twentieth year and is tirelessly committed to the needy in the city. Homeless, single and poor children are the focus of the club's activities, which is characterized by a close -meshed network of more than 33,000 members and numerous volunteers.The association was founded in 2005 as a non-profit organization and has undergone remarkable development in the past two decades. He currently supports around 220 people a week with food. The food distribution takes place in the Rights Wienzeile 37 , where above all, fresh food from our own field in the Marchfeld. "What comes together is really impressive," says Michael Mark-Straisenthal, one of the committed volunteers who also helps with the food edition.
Diverse support for the needy
The association not only offers the basics of food distribution. As part of projects such as the YESWECARE! The initiative even includes special well -being days on which the needy hairstyles and massages are offered. "This is not only a material help, but also a piece of appreciation," said Walch, the chairman of the association. Also in child and family aid, courage with crisis accommodation for single parents and start-up apartments for families at risk of poverty, which are financed by their own means and donations.
A novelty represents the "final apartment", which was initiated to assist a family and offer them a home. The commitment is supplemented by various help offers such as school start packages and the "Christmas angel" campaign. Wherever you look, you are actively wrote down to break through the grid of poverty in Vienna.
behind the scenes: a strong volunteering
Fortunately, the association comes back to a stately number of 50 permanent employees, supported by numerous volunteers who stand up for the good cause. The financing is a mix of membership fees, donations in kind and public subsidies. Around 87 percent of the financial resources come from membership fees, which shows that the community is behind the club and appreciates its mission.The social footprint of the association extends beyond Vienna to Salzburg, where the house of life of the homeless person has been given a home since 2024. Cooperations with social institutions were also launched in St. Pölten, which continues to develop the association's commitment. "We really have a good hands when it comes to starting new projects," said Walch with a smile.
It should therefore be noted that the association will be a valuable part of the Vienna Social Network not only today, but also in the coming years. With a look into the future and the tireless efforts for the needy, he faces the challenges and contributes to the positive change in our society.
For those who want to learn more about the work of the association, there are comprehensive information on the official website of the association: Mensch Umwelt Tier (Mut) .
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