De Groene Kans
De Groene Kans runs weekly free food markets across Amsterdam — always with a warm terrace, coffee and cake alongside a market of rescued groceries.
No registration, no local address required. Just walk in.
With 10 locations across Nieuw-West, Oost and Zuid, De Groene Kans brings neighbourhoods together around free, rescued food every week.
Volunteer roles
Coffee & Tea Chef · Social Assistance · Sorter · Connector
Weekly market daysMany roles available on the weekly market days! Help combat food waste and help others with their grocery shopping. You'll get to know your own neighbourhood better and become part of a warm network where people support one another.
Driver / Cargo bike rider
Weekly market daysPick up food from local supermarkets and suppliers by cargo bike or car. A car of your own is a plus.
Other ways to support
Musical Talent
Weekly market daysBring atmosphere and cosiness to your local neighbourhood!
Participate as a visitor
Weekly — day varies by locationChoose the location that suits you best or is nearby. No registration needed — just walk in and we'll welcome you with coffee and cake! Do you have clothes, plants, or non-perishable food to spare? That is always welcome to share.
Start your own Green Opportunity
By arrangementWe guide organizations for six to eleven months in setting up their own Green Opportunity. We give organizations a flying start drawing on our empirical expertise and knowledge.
Trainings and workshops
By arrangementHow do you create something big that attracts a lot of people — organically, without rules? How do you build a caring community? Our training sessions and workshops for organizations take you through the basics of our approach, built on years of practical experience.