Community & Charity

This month in Valencia: time-bound community and charity events — beach and park clean-ups, fundraisers, blood donation days and local initiatives with dates, meeting points, signup links and impact notes.

Upcoming highlights

Featured listings surface one-day actions, monthly drives and urgent calls. Event cards show start/end times, location pins, what to bring and how to register.

This weekend

• Morning clean-ups typically run 09:30–12:30; check gloves/bags provided or bring your own.
• Fundraiser fairs list donation boxes, raffle times and contactless payment options.
• Blood drives show appointment windows and walk-in capacity by hour.

Formats & focus

• Clean-ups: beaches, Turia stretches and neighbourhood spots with weigh-in summaries.
• Fundraisers: markets, concerts and sports challenges supporting local causes.
• Donation days: blood, food, books, clothes with drop-off slots and checklists.
• Community builds: tree planting, garden days and micro-repairs.

Signup, gear & impact

• Most actions require RSVP; groups welcome families and first-timers.
• Bring water, sunscreen and a reusable bottle; sturdy shoes recommended for outdoor work.
• Post-event highlights list collected kilos, recipients and follow-up dates.

Recurring picks

• First-Saturday beach clean-ups and monthly Turia actions.
• Quarterly blood drives rotating by district.
• Seasonal fundraisers aligned with holidays and school terms.

Neighbourhood hints

Combine morning actions with a Turia walk or marina coffee; use metro stops one station away to avoid bottlenecks; bring a tote for donations on market days.

FAQ

Can kids join community actions?

Yes — many clean-ups and markets are family-friendly; age notes appear on each listing.

Do I need to bring tools?

Hosts often provide basics; listings specify gloves, bags or pickers to bring if needed.

How do I prove participation for school or CSR?

Some organizers issue certificates or impact summaries; ask at check-in or via the event contact.