Author: Katerina Panagi

Cans For Kids

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Pediatric Healthcare, Recycling of Aluminum

Year founded: 1990

Website: www.cansforkids.org

Founded in 1990, this charity’s mission is clear: collect aluminium cans in Cyprus, sell them, and use the proceeds to buy medical equipment for children’s hospital wards. They’ve collected over 25 million cans and donated equipment worth 273,000 euros to Makarios Hospital, the central paediatric hospital in Cyprus.But they’re more than just recyclers. They also educate by giving school presentations and offering hands-on visits to their recycling center.In summary, since 1990, this charity collects cans, sells them to fund medical equipment for children’s hospitals, primarily Makarios Hospital. They’ve made a significant impact on pediatric care and promote recycling through education.

Tyganokinisi

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Biodiesel production, environmental education at schools

Year founded: 2011

Website: www.tiganokinisi.eu

“Teganokinisi” is an initiative operating successfully in Cyprus, where the focus is on collecting and repurposing used cooking oil into biodiesel. This initiative has been effectively implemented in more than 400 schools across the country. It initially commenced as a pilot project in 2011, involving 10 schools in various grades within the Aglantzia municipality. Following its success, it expanded to become a nationwide effort starting in September 2013. The primary objective of Teganokinisi is twofold: firstly, to promote the recycling of cooking oil, thus benefiting the environment, and secondly, to allocate resources for environmental education within schools. This initiative is a clear demonstration of Cyprus’s dedication to both sustainability and education. It effectively transforms discarded cooking oil into a valuable resource while simultaneously educating students about environmental matters. 

Pasykaf

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Clothing Recycling

Year founded: 1986

Website: https://pasykaf.org/en/home-page/

The Pancyprian Association of Cancer Patients and Friends, or ΠΑΣΥΚΑΦ, began in 1986 as a group of volunteers and former cancer patients dedicated to aiding cancer patients and raising awareness about cancer-related issues. Their mission has since expanded to offer various support services, including home care, socio-psychological support, and free transportation to medical centres, all funded by donations and charity events.

In 2013, ΠΑΣΥΚΑΦ initiated a clothing recycling program for two main reasons: to generate income and reduce clothing waste. The program started successfully, leading to an increasing number of donated items. To enhance this effort, ΠΑΣΥΚΑΦ partnered with a foreign company to operate a clothing recycling program.

Initially, they placed 30 recycling bins in 2013, but by 2018, around 400 recycling bins were spread across Cyprus, highlighting the impressive growth of ΠΑΣΥΚΑΦ’s recycling initiative. This expansion not only aids the association financially but also plays a crucial role in reducing clothing waste and benefiting the environment.

Agia Skepi

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Social inclusion & Rehabilitation

Year founded: 1999

Website: https://www.agiaskepi.org/

Agia Skepi is a foundation established in 1999 to support individuals dealing with long-term substance abuse and their families. It’s located on 50 acres of land near Nicosia, generously provided by the Holy Abbey of Machaira. Financial support comes from the Association of Friends of Agia Skepi, all aimed at helping people overcome drug and alcohol addiction.

One vital part of Agia Skepi’s program is to help its members reintegrate into society through meaningful employment. Since 2011, community members have been farming the land and producing organic products like fruits, vegetables, dairy, eggs, and bread. However, the demand often exceeds the supply, so they also import dry foods, which community members package. These products are sold under the brand name “Agia Skepi Bio” in major supermarkets in Nicosia and Limassol.

What makes Agia Skepi special is its shared values between organic farming and rehabilitation. These values include a commitment to sustainability, hard work, respect for nature, and pride in individual accomplishments. It’s a heart-warming effort to help people recover while also respecting the environment and promoting personal growth and dignity.

Anakyklos

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Repurposing of textiles & Unemployment

Year founded: 2010

Website: https://anakyklos.com/

Anakyklos is a company that was established back in 2010 with a clear mission: to actively encourage a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment through research, economic activities, and social initiatives. Their primary focus revolves around human, as they collect and recycle textiles, including our used clothes, shoes, linens, kitchenware, toys, books, and more, effectively reducing the waste that goes into landfills.

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