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Tafel food sharing: food aid in Cologne

The Tafel food sharing program in Cologne offers people in need access to food that would otherwise be wasted. Various organizations such as church communities, associations and citizens' initiatives run food distribution points that distribute food independently and on a district basis.

Who is Tafel food sharing for?

The offer is aimed at citizens of Cologne who can provide proof of their need. This includes citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificates as well as a valid identity card.

Prerequisites for utilization

In order to receive food, you must provide proof of your need. This can be a citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificate. You will also need to present an identity card.

Next steps for interested parties

  • Proof of needMake sure that you have a valid citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificate and your identity card.
  • Find issuing officeFind out about the nearest food distribution point in your district.
    Here you will find an overview: https://tafel.koeln/ausgabestellen/
  • Pick up groceriesVisit the distribution point with the necessary proof to receive food.

Directly to the source:

Tafel Köln e. V.

Frequently asked questions about Tafel Foodsharing

Who is Tafel food sharing for?

The offer is aimed at citizens of Cologne who can provide proof of their need. This includes citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificates as well as a valid identity card.

Prerequisites for utilization

In order to receive food, you must provide proof of your need. This can be a citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificate. You will also need to present an identity card.

Next steps for interested parties

  • Proof of needMake sure that you have a valid citizen's allowance, job center or pension certificate and your identity card.
  • Find issuing officeFind out about the nearest food distribution point in your district.
    Here you will find an overview: https://tafel.koeln/ausgabestellen/
  • Pick up groceriesVisit the distribution point with the necessary proof to receive food.

Directly to the source

Tafel Köln e. V.

Frequently asked questions about Tafel Foodsharing

Contact and further information

You can find more information about the distribution points, their locations and opening hours, as well as additional support services in the info box on this page.

Foodsharing

There are other food sharing offers in Cologne. You can find an article and an overview here:
https://koelnerleben.info/themen/leben-in-koeln/verteilen-statt-vernichten.html

Frequently asked questions: Tafel Foodsharing

The requirements for receiving housing benefit depend on various factors, including income, rental costs and household size. In principle, income must be below certain limits and housing costs must be reasonable. As the exact requirements and amount of housing benefit depend on the individual situation, it is advisable to contact the relevant housing benefit office for specific information.

The following documents are usually required to check a housing benefit claim:

  1. Housing benefit application
  2. Proof of income of all household members (e.g. payslips, pension statements)
  3. Rental agreement or proof of encumbrance for owners
  4. Account statements
  5. Proof of the amount of ancillary costs
  6. If required, further documents, e.g. proof of maintenance obligations or certificate of severe disability

The exact list of required documents may vary depending on the situation. It is therefore advisable to contact the relevant housing benefit office directly to find out which documents are required in each individual case.

If you have any further questions about housing benefit, in particular about current regulations and details, you can find comprehensive information on the website of the Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Building. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the Housing Benefit Plus Act and other relevant topics. Please visit this page for detailed information.

If you have any further questions about housing benefit, in particular about current regulations and details, you can find comprehensive information on the website of the Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Building. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the Housing Benefit Plus Act and other relevant topics. Please visit this page for detailed information.

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