Charity can be a powerful force for good — but when the delivery model depends on public sympathy rather than sustainable support, it can leave gaps that vulnerable people fall through. A recent opinion piece in MaltaToday highlights this concern, warning that televised telethons and emotional fundraising events have become a spectacle of suffering rather than a dignity-preserving model of community support. The article points out that millions are raised every year, yet pe

Most people think of charity as a one-way street: you give, and someone else benefits. But the truth is, the most powerful charities in the world have always understood something deeper — giving back changes the giver too . That belief sits at the heart of the Honey Badger Charity Youth Club and No Guilt Café . A Personal Journey That Became a Mission At 20 years old, I weighed just 50kg (110 lbs). I wasn’t strong, confident, or resilient — but I was determined. Over the next

In the heart of St. Paul’s Bay, something revolutionary is brewing. Imagine a place that never sleeps—a 24/7 community hub where the aroma of specialty coffee meets the purpose of a high-impact youth club. We aren't just opening a café; we are launching a legacy. The Honey Badger Charity Youth Club , paired with our innovative No Guilt Café , is designed to be the heartbeat of St. Paul’s Bay and Buġibba. "A culinary rebellion where plant-based 'pork' sizzles with the same s

Malta has one of the highest numbers of active voluntary organisations per capita in Europe, yet one role remains consistently difficult to fill: the Volunteer Treasurer . The fear of legal responsibility or being “held financially accountable” often discourages people from stepping forward. But does this fear match the facts? After exploring public VO records, Maltese news archives, and VO Commissioner documentation, the answer is clear: There are virtually zero published ca