Maroc Générations
A hot meal can change the day of an isolated elderly person or a struggling family. Food donation is one of the most direct forms of help in Morocco: what you give becomes, quite literally, a plate served. Here's how food donation works and how it turns into meals in Marrakech.
Why food donation matters so much
For an elderly person living alone on little or no income, eating properly every day can't be taken for granted. For a low-income family, the food budget is often the first thing cut. A food donation meets that immediate need without delay.
Dar Sadaqa: when a donation becomes a meal
In Marrakech, Maroc Générations' Dar Sadaqa programme turns donations into meals cooked and served by volunteers:
- morning soup and the Friday dish;
- meals and home visits for isolated elderly people in the medina;
- Friday Couscous: 100 kg of couscous and 50 chickens for more than 2,000 families each month;
- during Ramadan, Iftar Saim: about 2,000 fast-breaking meals every evening.
What your donation pays for
The average cost of a meal served at Dar Sadaqa is about 5.40 MAD.
| Your gift | What it represents |
|---|---|
| 100 MAD / month | about 18 meals each month |
| 200 MAD / month | about 37 meals each month |
| 500 MAD / month | about 93 meals each month |
| 9,300 MAD | a week of Friday Couscous |
| 10,750 MAD | the food for one day of Iftar Saim |
Give money or food?
Both are possible:
- Money lets us buy in bulk, at the right time, exactly what is missing. It is often the most effective.
- In-kind food donations are welcome for Al Itaam and meal distributions. Contact us before dropping off products so we can tell you what is most useful.
How to make a food donation
- On the Donate page, choose the daily meals fund or a monthly amount.
- Confirm through the form: our team will get back to you with the details.
- You can also make a bank transfer (details on the Donate page) and request a receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a meal at Dar Sadaqa cost?
About 5.40 MAD on average, calculated from the cost of one day of Iftar Saim for about 2,000 people.
Can I donate food products instead of money?
Yes, food donations are accepted. Contact us first to find out which products are most useful.
Who receives the meals?
Isolated elderly people and families in need in Marrakech, particularly in the medina, as well as the families served during Ramadan.
Does a small monthly gift really help?
Yes. 100 MAD a month covers about 18 meals, and regular giving keeps the kitchens running all year.