The Valencian Charity Association, known as Casa Caridad, has decided to actively participate in the REDONA innovation project, which is subsidized under the framework of the Valencia 2030 Climate Mission. This collaboration aims to optimize the management of food donations and strengthen sustainability in the distribution of resources to people in vulnerable situations. In a meeting held on June 25, 2024, at the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV), representatives from Casa Caridad and the REDONA team discussed the project’s benefits and requirements. During the meeting, it was highlighted how the tool proposed by REDONA could improve the operational capacity of NGOs in managing donations, allowing for a more efficient and timely selection of the products received. Guadalupe Ferrer, managing director of Casa Caridad, expressed her interest in the initiative, noting that being able to choose the timing of product reception would facilitate distribution among the people they serve. Casa Caridad, founded in 1906, has been a key pillar in providing care to homeless individuals and those at risk of social exclusion in Valencia. The organization offers a wide range of services, including soup kitchens, shelters, nursery schools, and social integration programs. Participation in the REDONA project reinforces Casa Caridad’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, aligning with the goals of the Valencia 2030 Climate Mission. This collaboration will enable the organization to enhance resource management efficiency and continue providing essential support to the most vulnerable people in the Valencian Community.
