Agi Schraml celebrates 80 years: A life for people in need!

Agi Schraml celebrates 80 years: A life for people in need!

On June 15, 2025, Agi Schraml celebrated her 80th birthday at the Malteser office in Cham. On this occasion, numerous colleagues came together to honor Schraml's many years of voluntary commitment. She has been a mainstay in the Malteser relief service in Cham for decades and works several days a week in the clothing store for the needy and in the Chamer chest.

Over the years, Schraml has made a name for herself with her efforts. Your commitment goes far beyond the usual. Together with other Maltese volunteers, she is active in distributing food donated by local businesses. These donations are often close to expiration, which is why a team of volunteers has been rescuing fresh food and preparing it for those in need for about a year. The team uses creative methods to preserve food and prevent it from being wasted.

The heart of food savers

The Maltese people in Cham are known for their diverse commitment to food rescue. Markets and shops in the district donate non-perishable food as well as fruit, vegetables, rolls and bread. A volunteer team has been formed for this purpose and is active three days a week. Together they prepare donated goods by cooking jam, processing vegetables or turning old rolls into breadcrumbs. These home-made products then find their way to the “Yesterday’s bread and more” food banks in Furth im Wald and Waldmünchen.

Agi Schraml is an inspiring example for the people of Cham. Your work shows how important volunteer work is in everyday life. The cooperation between volunteers not only promotes social cohesion, but also ensures that food without additives is available to people in need. The Maltese approach supports both food processing and community coexistence.

Volunteering with the Maltese

The Maltese are constantly looking for new, committed people who want to contribute their time and skills. We are primarily looking for people with leadership training or experience in disaster control in order to further expand voluntary support in crisis situations. Anyone interested can contact us at any time and take part in regular training courses in order to be best prepared for deployments. Support from the back office is also welcome, as the helpers on site often need relief in order to be able to fully concentrate on their tasks.

Overall, the commitment of Agi Schraml and her colleagues shows how valuable volunteer work and social responsibility are in the local area. It is encouraging to see scores of volunteers coming together to support their community and provide help where it is desperately needed. Mittelbayerische Nachrichten reports that Schraml is not only active in the clothing store, but also serves as a role model for many who would also like to help.