Argentina Argentina Brazil Brazil Costa Rica Costa Rica Ecuador Ecuador Germany Germany United States United States Guatemala Guatemala Honduras Honduras Italy Italy Malta Malta Spain Spain Mexico Mexico Panama Panama Paraguay Paraguay Peru Peru Portugal Portugal Puerto Rico Puerto Rico Dominican Republic Dominican Republic Uruguay Uruguay Venezuela Venezuela Turkey Turkey Chile Chile Argentina For me, volunteering is being able to share my time with children who have no protection due to their family situation, and to be able to show affection to those who need it most. Claudio Mignanelli For me, volunteering is a beautiful thing. It’s helping and sharing time with kids. These are unique moments that fill our hearts. Volunteering makes me realize that there are people who need care and that is what we can do through the Fundación in Aldeas, share time. Jon Jason Wright Germany I took part as a spontaneous volunteer in the Die Arche table tennis tournament in Berlin Hellersdorf on August 3, 2023. For me, it was a wonderful experience and a lot of fun. This was just the beginning, because I would like to collaborate many more times, and I think it is fantastic that Verti and Fundación MAPFRE make this possible. I have already signed up for the next volunteering activity and I will be happy to meet my fellow volunteers there. Elisabeth Schumann As part of the volunteering program, I was able to spend a day in the shoes of the social educators at Arche Hellersdorf and lend them a hand. It was fantastic to see how much love and imagination they put into each child and young person. All in all, it was a great experience that made me look at my own work and my own life from a new perspective. Susan Scherpinski All humans have their place in this world of ours. However, we must all be aware that we can only continue to exist as humanity if we support each other and show kindness. After all, human beings are born in the most diverse conditions and begin life in the most diverse situations. I believe that people who grow up in protected and privileged environments should help create equalizing justice for those who have had a less fortunate start in life or who have received harsh blows from fate. Because all humans have the right to a happy and fulfilling life. That’s why I collaborate as a volunteer. Chris Schummert Turkey We are deeply saddened by the losses caused by the devastating earthquakes in our country. As MAPFRE we acted with our partners from the very beginning to contribute to the relief efforts and support the relevant aid organizations. While we were helping in the organization on behalf of our company, our colleagues carried on with the daily flow of work and supported us by giving their best. MAPFRE’s integration and quick organization in these matters was very much appreciated and I was proud to share in this. Cüneyt Cihangir In the face of disasters and catastrophes like these, which we do not want to experience again, I am proud to be part of this great family that embraces everyone who strives to do their best. With the valuable support of Fundación, Personas y Organización and Corporate Communication, our collaboration reached a higher level through the unconditional physical support of MAPFRE employees. I would like to thank all our volunteers and the MAPFRE Sigorta family for making the world a better place to live, not like me but like us. Mehmet Tekel First of all, as a company, there was a joint process with our friends there, where everyone helped one another as much as they could, and everyone worked with incredible dedication. It was very kind of MAPFRE Sigorta to invite us to a trusted community organization to support us at this moment when our country was going through a very difficult time. Of course, everyone was involved in the process individually, but the feeling of doing good “together” was very meaningful. Additionally, our colleagues who could not come were very supportive and took care of the daily work we were unable to do. I have always appreciated MAPFRE’s sensitive behavior in these matters and share it with pride. Berrak Derya Yıldız Venezuela Volunteering is having the opportunity to help make the world a better place to live in. Yajaira Lugo Making other people happy and being grateful the opportunity to do this. Emira Duarte Solidarity and satisfaction in helping others. Anais González For me, volunteering is an opportunity to ground myself, to see beyond my own reality. Many times I have asked myself how important the contribution I could make through my participation was, and I have come to the conclusion that beyond the specific action I perform, the important thing is to keep adding or multiplying the benefits generated through each activity. Without a doubt, each volunteering action generates changes and contributions that transform our society. Claudia Biadayoli This year I took part in the volunteering program for the first time, with my 17 year old sister, and I am very grateful to have the opportunity to share this experience with my family; visiting seniors and sharing with them, listening to their stories, sorrows and joys makes us reflect. They filled our hearts with love and happiness. More than giving them something, they can’t imagine what they give us, from their kindness and love. Dana Aravena Chile Uruguay Activities like this allow me to see the positive impact my actions can have on the world around me, and drive me to keep being actively involved. Agustina Méndez Ponzio I took part in the “no more cigarette butts” activity by collecting them from the streets of Montevideo. It was a team effort and there was involvement, commitment to the cause, and fun. My contribution was highly motivating and dynamic as, on the one hand, we collected cigarette butts discarded by smokers on the streets and, on the other, this allowed us to recycle the plastic contained in the cigarette filters. Two causes in one that had a major environmental impact. Pablo Brandi Dominican Republic Being a volunteer gives me the opportunity to share with other human beings, beyond any material means or solutions to problems, intangible human values that nourish the spirit. Volunteering opens the door to giving and sharing through gratitude. Cecilia Soto For me, being a volunteer means being an important support strut for the needs of our society, I am motivated by being able to help the most vulnerable and being a helping hand in unique moments that leave their mark on hearts. Fundación MAPFRE has given me the opportunity to be present and do my bit. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this great team that is willing to take care of others without receiving anything in return. Lilian Vargas Puerto Rico Volunteering is definitely something we should all do, it gives us the opportunity to contribute positively to the community, develop unique skills, build connections and experience a sense of personal satisfaction by making a difference in the lives of others. Volunteering changes our mindset, our way of looking at life, and makes us more grateful. I definitely thank MAPFRE for instilling this desire in our hearts to do good and help those in need. Yari Carmona Navarro Being a volunteer has been a wonderful and rewarding experience. To be able to impact the lives of people in need and help them move forward is an experience words cannot express. It is simply LOVE. Brenda Marrero Vázquez Portugal Each pink ribbon represents a story of courage, hope and overcoming. I hope that the Liga Portuguesa Contra el Cáncer maintains this spirit of dedication to each person at this stage. Margarida Martins With dedication and love, our Cascais team created ribbons of hope for Pink October, symbolizing our commitment to the fight against breast cancer. Together we are the force that transforms the ribbons into hope and we believe we can make a difference in the lives of those facing this battle. Telmo Timóteo Peru I am proud to say that I am a volunteer, I started doing social work at a very young age and I have still not stopped. I can honestly say that the reward I receive is greater than the time and effort I dedicate to it. A smile from a child or a sincere thank you motivates me to keep contributing my grain of sand. Being part of Fundación MAPFRE has allowed me to connect with people with a lot of positive energy, put my soft skills and leadership skills into practice, contribute a little bit to society and grow as a person. If you have the opportunity to take part, I invite you to try it. Flor Sabina Toro Vásquez I feel honored to be a Volunteer, Fundación MAPFRE has given me the opportunity to have beautiful experiences, to put my grain of sand into each project, I have been part of the communities that help each other, with the same purpose and above all the dedication and care they put into their activities. There is always something to do, there is always something to contribute, so I encourage you to “Volunteer”. Danitza Fabiola Arica Alvarado Paraguay For me, being part of the volunteering activities and knowing that with just a few hours of our time we can bring happiness and beautiful moments to the lives of different people, feels like a hug for the heart and soul. It’s super exciting and rewarding. It is also a way to remind ourselves of the different realities that exist and an opportunity to be more aware and grateful, and, from our privilege, to give the best of ourselves to make the world a better place. Valentina Cossio Helping those in need is not only our duty, but also part of our happiness. Being a volunteer is the opportunity to give a little of ourselves to others, to sow the seeds of example, love, dedication and commitment. María Cecilia Araújo Panama My definition of volunteering is an altruistic action where we offer our time for a common good and without expecting anything in return. Victor Cossu Volunteering is solidarity with the communities that need us the most. Always putting our best foot forward and offering a helping hand to support and bring smiles. Bethsaida Ortega It is contributing to others who do not have the same opportunity as us, leaving a positive mark on people. Providing hope, support, empathy and compassion is a light in the midst of darkness and demonstrating that a single act of kindness can make a difference. Let’s build a more caring world and multiply our love and support. Amabelys Martínez Mexico Being a volunteer is being willing to go above and beyond personal choices. Anel Iris Rodríguez Hernández Volunteering is an activity that has made me learn, contribute, and be enriched by gratifying experiences and times, those that always bring a smile to your face and leave great memories. Jasmín Serrano Maza Malta MAPFRE offers us many opportunities to voluntarily and selflessly help people in need. I believe that in the current maelstrom, time is our most precious resource, but setting aside some time for others ultimately gives you inner peace and allows you to better understand the reality in which we live. I am proud to be part of a company that encourages altruism and provides us with these opportunities to team up to improve the lives of others, but also to serve ourselves. But above all, it improves the global image of MAPFRE. Tania Chetcuti Volunteering has always been an important part of my life, but sometimes circumstances get in the way and you don’t have time to do much of anything. Fortunately, thanks to having the opportunity to attend a volunteering activity, it felt good to give something back to society and see the smiles and the glow on the faces of all those people. I was also able to get to know my coworkers better. The best way to describe this experience is that you come out of it feeling that you have grown as a person. Naomi Attard Italy “Red benches”: I had to take part in this initiative. A tangible way to remember all the innocent victims in the city and to raise awareness of an issue that is unfortunately taking on increasing importance. Silvia Gibertoni When the email describing the initiative arrived, I immediately thought of the girl from Cologno who was brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend in her home. I felt the need to stand in solidarity with those women who have been less fortunate in life than me, who have met men who cannot be defined as such, who are suffering and who probably feel alone. Through this initiative, all women who are unfortunately suffering and experiencing difficult situations, when they see those red benches, will no longer feel so alone. That is why I decided to sign up and actively participate in this initiative. Chiara Stabile Honduras In a world where social challenges can seem overwhelming, the selfless act of devoting time and energy to serving others becomes an immeasurable force for change. Each Fundación MAPFRE activity makes a difference, highlighting the fact that it is not only a humanitarian act, but a shared responsibility to build a better world, and this is where true greatness lies. Rosa Fabiola Abuslin Rodríguez Volunteering activities allow us to be more aware of our surroundings, fill our hearts with the joy of sharing and see a smile on the faces of others, leaving a positive mark on society. Daneli Yaqueline Díaz Núñez UnitedStates Volunteering gives life meaning, contributing to the community, but also being part of it. It is easy to get lost in the negativity and uncertainty of these times. Volunteering brings joy to both those who do it and those who receive it, it gives us the opportunity to meet new people and allows us to appreciate how fortunate we are to have what we have, something we are not always aware of. Melissa Boivin Volunteering makes MAPFRE shine, but it is much more than that for the people who undertake it. For me, volunteering is a way to give back to the communities in which we live. I love the fact that I can give my young son the opportunity to take part in these activities so he can see how people help and feel what it’s like to make a difference. It’s a quick way to see results and it helps give life meaning! It always helps you to see the good in the world in the face of all the negativity that seems to infiltrate everything so easily. Lauren Berthiaume Spain Volunteering allows me to share moments full of emotion and reality first hand. Moments that fill your soul with gratitude. Ana María Lorenzo García It is being able to learn about the reality that surrounds us, developing a sense of social commitment and, above all, nourishing the soul. Cristina Urzaiz Cazorla Ecuador I was lucky to take part in this beautiful experience, the expressions of the people make you feel alive, the children are very loving. All the people who are in this place, some perhaps going through very difficult times, and seeing them smile, fills me with so much hope. Thank you Fundación MAPFRE for everything you do. Ariana Carrión Volunteering is a responsibility that everyone in the world should shoulder, so that we can contribute a little of our knowledge and skills to meeting the needs of others. Hugo Quinteros Costa Rica For me, volunteering is a way to contribute to the social good by showing a little bit of solidarity. Silvia Cordero Quiros For me, being a volunteer is sharing my gratitude to God for all the goodness he has given me in my life, with the people I can serve by dedicating my time, with the motivation of making them happy and capable of overcoming illness and sadness with a smile in my heart. Being a volunteer makes me doubly happy, because of the satisfaction that comes from serving others and being able to see the joy in others. Melissa Mora Jaime Volunteering is serving with passion and dedication by giving time and resources, key factors in everyday life, where a smile of gratitude makes every minute of work and effort worth twice as much. José Pablo Vargas Baltodano Brazil If I could sum up my feelings about participating in the program, it would go something like this: volunteering is more than helping a cause. It is an opportunity to support ourselves by focusing on helping others. Volunteering is something so positive for the soul that it should not be a one-time action. It should be a way of life that we introduce into our day-to-day routine. I am very grateful to MAPFRE for the opportunity to take part in the program this year. I have been able to meet new people and learn different ways of dealing with situations. I am increasingly convinced that knowledge is only valid when it is transmitted, and knowing that we can contribute to improving the lives of others in such a simple way makes me want to dedicate more time to volunteering. Reinaldo Camilo de Oliveira Volunteering came into my life through MAPFRE, and for me it means personal fulfillment through helping those in need. It is a feeling of love for others combined with the importance of feeling socially useful, and without looking for any reward. For me, volunteering is a two-way street, because I help and I am helped. I have heard sad stories, but also many others about overcoming adversity, which makes me see the world in a different way, with more empathy, sensitivity and awareness. Nancy Koiavinski Maciel Volunteering is an act of love. From the moment we become volunteers, we will never be the same again. Volunteering helps us develop the capacity to serve, to give, to understand, to put oneself in the place of others, to welcome, care for and respect people in vulnerable situations, promoting integration in the community in which we live. And all this gives us a sense of fulfillment in life Renata Ramiro For me, volunteering is an immeasurable act of love. My mission has always been to help people in vulnerable situations, and being part of a company that promotes a fairer and more supportive world is a reward from the universe that unites my identity with the organization I work for. Ana Paula Oliveira Machado “Unconditionally helping” those who need it most: people, animals and the environment; I saw the beautiful work done by MAPFRE Guatemala and Fundación MAPFRE focused on helping many sectors of the population as well as contributing to the welfare of the planet. I enthusiastically enrolled in the Volunteering Program and have participated in three different forms of support activities. All of them fulfilled my expectations and thanks to volunteering I feel satisfied in my life by giving pleasant moments to so many people in need, and I feel the satisfaction of giving at least a small part of my time to work for the welfare of the planet. Luz María Pardo Marroquín Volunteering is an experience you never forget, as it transforms helping others from a feeling to an actual reality and the wonderful thing about it is that the actions last, not only in us as volunteers but also in those who benefit from the activities that the foundation promotes every year, helping MAPFRE to go much further! Deonel Roberto Rabanales Carredano My experience of being a volunteer for Fundación MAPFRE is deeply satisfying, as I can learn from the society around me. It improves my self-esteem and generosity, I like the feeling of being able to help another human being, feeling at peace and complete knowing that we have made a difference.That is the joy that being a volunteer has given me and I hope to be able to participate in many more activities, since they are all aimed at having a better society. Charissa Nicolle Revolorio Palma Guatemala