Access to decent work is essential to put an end to food insecurity that affects millions of people. Stable employment increases opportunities for adequate food, improving inclusion and social participation. In Spain, food insecurity is based on economic vulnerability to access quality food in the necessary quantity, a situation that translates into malnutrition. In Action Against Hunger, they work from the idea that employment, both own and self-employed, is an essential tool to fight against food insecurity and social inequality in our country.
In addition to its employability and training programs, They have solidarity aid cards, an alternative to traditional food distribution that aims to facilitate access to healthy eating and improve eating habits in vulnerable families, and allow people to participate in the action programs against hunger, cover their needs more urgent while acquiring the necessary tools to improve their employability and move towards greater autonomy.
Thanks to the support of people in solidarity, companies and public administrations, Action Against Hunger is present in 11 Autonomous Communities. Since 2014 alone, it has helped 56,390 people to improve their employability, contributed to 15,961 people finding employment and has facilitated the creation of 1,422 new businesses. The solidarity rounding of Krispy Kreme helps more people to cover their basic needs, access new opportunities and build a future with greater stability and independence.