Give Hope to the Algarve

WE NEED YOU

About Us
We are a non-profit charitable group dedicated to making a difference in the local area of the Algarve. Our mission is to provide support and assistance to those in NEED, offering hope and a helping hand to the community. Through various initiatives and fundraisers, we aim to create a positive impact and improve the lives of individuals and families in the Algarve. Join us in making a difference today!

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Services

Christmasgifts to the Elderly in Silves, November 2025

A compassionate initiative aimed at bringing delight through gifting to the elders in the community of Silves for the Christmas season of 2025. Forty beautiful wrapped shoeboxes filled with gifts will be delivered to Castelo de Sonhos.

"After Christmas support" to Refood´s storage in Almancil.

We have started collecting dry food for Refood. After Christmas, the storage is empty. Please help us support, if you are able.

Testimonials

 I am grateful for the possibility to help, through NEED. 

Kristin Linus
Founder

 "Dear founders, I want to express how truly amazing I think you are for starting this incredible organization. Your dedication to helping the less fortunate and most vulnerable in our community is truly inspiring. Please know that I am more than willing to contribute and lend a helping hand whenever you need it. Whether it's through donations or offering my assistance in any way possible, I am here to support your noble cause. What you do at NEED truly shows the enormous compassion and kindness that resides in your hearts. Your selflessness and generosity are truly remarkable, and I am honored to know such incredible individuals like you. Big hugs from me to both of you ❤️❤️" 

 "NEED will offer a helping hand through various projects and initiatives that improve the wellbeing of those in NEED." 

Patricia Pickering
Founder

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Upcoming 2025

Christmas REFOOD 2025

Christmas REFOOD 2025

Refood Almancil are helping about 90 families in Need every week.

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FASHION SHOW, April 2026

FASHION SHOW, April 2026

Fashion Show, postponed to the 18 th February 2026 A fashion show in collaboration with Fashion Clinic in Quinta Do Lago and Restaurant Tribulum in Almancil. Afternoon tea, 4-6 pm.

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Shoeboxproject 2025

Shoeboxproject 2025

Christmas gifts for elderly in Silves.

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News

Christmasgifts to the Elderly in Silves, November 2025

A compassionate initiative aimed at bringing delight through gifting to the elders in the community of Silves for the Christmas season of 2025. Forty beautiful wrapped shoeboxes filled with gifts will be delivered to Castelo de Sonhos.

"After Christmas support" to Refood´s storage in Almancil.

We have started collecting dry food for Refood. After Christmas, the storage is empty. Please help us support, if you are able.

News

Charity Walk March 2025

Charity Walk March 2025

Thanks to our amazing supporters €645 was raised! A fundraising for disadvantaged and in dire circumstances single mothers through ‘Castelo dos Sonhos’ Charity.

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Charity Walk May 2025

Charity Walk May 2025

28 participants and 8 dogs walked, stretched, talked, laughed, tried to find clues, had treats and cookies. Togheter we raised €625 for Akredita EmTi

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Christmas Hampers REFOOD

Christmas Hampers REFOOD

Refood Almancil are helping about 90 families in Need every week. 580 € was raised in November 2024, for Christmas hampers and to fill the storage. 330 € was raised for Christmas Hampers in December 2023.

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Shoeboxprojects 2024 & 2025

Shoeboxprojects 2024 & 2025

32 shoeboxes with useful contents and some Christmas goodies were wrapped November 2024 and 51 shoeboxes was wrapped 2025.

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FASHION SHOW, Project MUDAKI

FASHION SHOW, Project MUDAKI

A successful Fashion Show! In 2024, 5640 € was raised for project MUDAKI at this occasion.

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Schoolstarting Project 2024

Schoolstarting Project 2024

In 2023, 70 backpacks were distributed with all the necessities for starting school. NEED will be able to contribute with 39 backpacks in 2024, thanks to the Steve Perryman event.

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