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A serene tranquility that helps to stay balanced

A serene tranquility that helps to stay balanced

Kimbo van Stralendorff was homeless for only one day in his life, but that was enough to experience how vulnerable you are at that moment. “It taught me that not everything is about money; satisfaction comes from helping others.”

“There is not enough listening”

“There is not enough listening”

Esther has MS, and this disease drastically turned her life upside down. She had to give up her job, but she didn’t sit back and do nothing. She became active in the MS Association and has since become an energetic hub connecting patients, professionals, and advocates.

(0)20 good reasons to volunteer

(0)20 good reasons to volunteer

Nearly half of all Amsterdam residents volunteer. Why do they do it? What makes it worthwhile? Below, we’ll give you..
“I consider myself lucky to have a house”

“I consider myself lucky to have a house”

Myrthe and Stephan, father and daughter, work together for the Homeless Shelter Chair Project. “In the beginning, it was all very impressive for us, of course.” Now, eight years later, they still enjoy doing this volunteer work. They passionately share their story and paint a picture of what a service looks like.