Volunteer work in Amsterdam

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Volunteering around Christmas

Give a little warmth this December. Whether you are available for one morning, an afternoon, or a day, there is always a way to bring a smile. We gather the most fun one-time volunteer opportunities in December.

Volunteers on the radio about discovering meaning and talents outside their careers: “It gives me a lot of energy”

New radio series about volunteer work in Amsterdam starts on Red Light Jazz Radio. Listen now to the first 3 episodes!

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Power of the West: an afternoon full of meeting and new collaboration

More than eighty involved representatives from the social base of the West came together to make an even greater difference for residents. The energy was high — new ideas and collaboration plans were bubbling up everywhere!

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For volunteers

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Online Vacancybank

Choose from 1001 fun and meaningful volunteer opportunities. Find something that suits your needs, talents, and schedule.

Volunteer consultation hours: make an appointment

Can’t figure it out? Call us at 020-5301220.Curious about all the volunteering opportunities? Take a look at our online job..

Test: Discover what type of volunteer you are

We’ve created a fun, short test for anyone considering volunteering. In just one minute, you’ll discover what kind of volunteer..

For organizations

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Post your call on our vacancy board

Recruit volunteers through the volunteer vacancy bank! As a social organization, are you looking for one or more volunteers? Is..

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Advice for your organization

We help social organizations and initiatives in Amsterdam to further develop, professionalize and grow. Our advisors have knowledge in all..

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“Mini vacation every Wednesday”

In the midst of a career switch, Sophie finds a challenging volunteer job in the cooking team of Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof..

Young people are committed to supporting young people with disabilities

Despite his busy job, Gerben is committed to De Zonnebloem Jong Amsterdam. “I just make time for it, because it’s 100% worth it. It really gives you a different perspective on life.”

“Volunteering has really surprised me!”

“It was one of the most enjoyable summers I’ve had in a long time,” Vanessa says. Last May, she decided to follow her curiosity and try out various volunteer tasks. “One week I was at a museum with the elderly, the next week at a festival or at Artis. I not only rediscovered my own city but also myself.”

Do something good in our beautiful city?

For someone else and yourself!