Brotzeit e.V.
Brotzeit e.V. offers free school breakfasts for children in Germany to promote equal opportunities. Volunteer seniors prepare healthy meals and support integration. The organization advocates for sustainable nutrition and social justice.
brotZeit e.V. - Providing Breakfast and Opportunities
editKey Products or Services
editbrotZeit e.V. is an association dedicated to providing free school breakfasts for children in primary and special schools in Germany. The offering includes a diverse and varied breakfast buffet prepared and served by volunteer seniors. These meals are set up in schools to ensure that all children, especially those from socially disadvantaged backgrounds, can start the school day with energy and a healthy diet[2][4][5].
Main Mission and Values
editThe mission of brotZeit e.V. is to enable every child to have breakfast and thus bridge the justice gap between socially disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged children. The association focuses on combating children arriving at school hungry, promoting school breakfasts, success in learning, and the integration of children from different social and cultural backgrounds. Through the breakfast offering, brotZeit promotes communication, adherence to social rules, and mutual respect among the children[1][2][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editbrotZeit e.V. is committed not only to the immediate provision for children but also to long-term sustainability goals. The association emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet and integrates aspects of healthy eating and sustainable development into the breakfast offering. By collaborating with food companies and the state government, particularly in North Rhine-Westphalia, the necessary resources and infrastructures are provided to secure the project in the long term. Additionally, the quality of the offerings is regularly checked by quality sponsors to ensure compliance with the established standards[2][4][5].
Current Developments and Expansion
editSince its founding by Uschi Glas in 2009, brotZeit e.V. has developed into a nationwide project. Currently, free school breakfasts are offered at over 430 primary and special schools in Germany. In North Rhine-Westphalia, the project is being expanded in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the municipal umbrella organizations to reach up to 250 schools, aiming to reach thousands more children. The volunteer helpers, especially seniors, play a central role in the implementation and supervision of the project[2][4].
Intergenerational Integration
editAnother important aspect of brotZeit e.V. is intergenerational integration. The volunteer seniors are not only responsible for the preparation and service of the breakfast but also for caring for and conversing with the children. This fosters a relaxed and calm atmosphere and provides the children with important contacts in the morning[2][4][5].
Through these comprehensive efforts, brotZeit e.V. makes a significant contribution to equal opportunities, nutritional education, and social integration in Germany.