Volunteering in Munich

Volunteering? We all want to! But sometimes you don't know exactly where and how you can best get involved.

Of course, getting involved in a good cause is not only important for our society, it's also a lot of fun and makes you happy. Whether you have a lot or just a little time to spare, there are an incredible number of ways to get involved here in Munich.

Let's go: As a small starting point, we have asked some Munich associations & initiatives what they are committed to and how you can get involved with them. Of course, there are so many more important and great opportunities for volunteering, so below you will also find information about the Munich Volunteer Fair and a large overview of other offers and projects in our city.

Münchner Tafel e.V.

What are you doing?

"The Münchner Tafel has been providing Munich residents in need with rescued food for 1994 years.

There are currently over 23,000 Tafel guests who are fed every week, including around 7,000 children. Every year, over 6.5 million kilograms of perfectly good food is rescued and passed on to citizens living below the poverty line at over 28 distribution points and around 100 social institutions in the city."

How can I take part?

"To ensure all of this, over 800 volunteers work 365 days a year in all weathers to carry out the valuable work of our private and independent association, which is financed purely by donations.

If you would like to donate your time to us (as a driver, passenger, at a distribution point or for a buy-one-more campaign), you can find all the information you need on our homepage!"

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KulturRaum München e.V.

What are you doing?

"KulturRaum München has set itself the goal of creating access to culture for everyone in the city - regardless of origin, age or budget.

For many people, a major obstacle to participating in the social life of a city like Munich is a lack of financial means. This is why Munich residents on low incomes can register with KulturRaum.

The volunteers of the non-profit organization arrange free tickets for cultural events for people who would otherwise not be able to afford them . A visit to the theater, cinema or concert can be a ray of hope. One of the "KulturGäste" says: "The KulturRaum has made my life much more worth living and 'more valuable' to me again!"

How can I take part?

"You can get involved with the association primarily as a mediator:in the free cultural offerings. This mediation takes place on the phone or on site at lunch tables and food distribution points of the Tafel.

It's a great voluntary position for Munich residents interested in culture who want to get involved in society and promote cultural participation."

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Bellevue di Monaco

What are you doing?

"We are a cooperatively organized residential, cultural and support center for refugees - in the middle of Munich.

We offer refugees advice, networking, leisure and cultural activities, learning support, training support, language courses and much more. With open offers such as our weekly Open House, we want to help people from Munich and all over the world to get to know each other.

We want to bring the issues of refugees and asylum to the center of the city - where they belong. We want to use our privileges and use our commitment to help people arrive here and feel welcome."

How can I take part?

"You can join in too! For example, as part of a training team, in open learning support, in asylum counseling, as a language partner or as a tutoring partner for primary school children.

We always provide information on the first Monday of the month in our info room about how you can get actively involved. You can also find an overview of the various projects on our website."

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Open work with the disabled (OBA)

What are you doing?

"We are the Open Services of Lebenshilfe München e.V . and are based in Obergiesing, but you can find us all over Munich and even abroad. Namely where we go on excursions or travel.

Our main task is to organize leisure activities together with people with and without disabilities. We have a lot to offer, both after work and at the weekend! If you're bored in your everyday life and need a change of pace, you've come to the right place."

How can I take part?

"We are looking for volunteers who would like to go to the theater, go hiking, enjoy cooking together, are open to city trips or would like to spend a week's vacation in Croatia... And all this together in groups with people with and without disabilities.

We are also looking for volunteers who would like to support families. You can go on short trips with a child, help with homework, pick the child up from school and accompany them to therapy and much more."

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Green City e.V.

What are you doing?

"Green City e.V. is committed to a green, liveable and sustainable Munich.

Together with citizens, the association is shaping the sustainable and climate-neutral city of tomorrow!"

How can I take part?

"There are numerous opportunities to support Green City e.V. on a voluntary basis:

Whether working in community gardens, accompanying events as a photographer, helping to promote the association or participating in social media work - together we are mastering the climate crisis!"

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Freunde alter Menschen e.V.

What are you doing?

"Nobody wants to live alone and isolated. But that is precisely the reality for many elderly people in Munich. Most of them were left behind when their partners died. Many of them are threatened or affected by loneliness. Some of the elderly people living alone can no longer leave their homes or can only do so with help from others.

The association Freunde alter Menschen e.V. therefore establishes visiting partnerships between young and old people. The volunteers regularly visit an elderly person. Each visiting partnership is professionally supervised by employees of the association. We are committed to building lasting friendships based on mutual respect. We find out who might be a good match through personal discussions."

How can I take part?

"Would you like to join in and get to know a new old friend? Are you a good judge of character and want to bring young and old together? Do you really thrive on teamwork? Planning and organization are your hobbyhorse, organizing events is a piece of cake for you? Do you have a soft spot for social media? Do you enjoy writing texts and are sociable?

At the digital information evening , you will learn more about the association and the various forms of engagement in Munich. We look forward to getting to know you!"

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Discover more associations & initiatives in Munich

So many opportunities? Then off to speed dating: in January, for example, we went to the Munich Volunteer Fair and found out about all the opportunities to get involved.

It may be a while until the next fair, but the advice will continue throughout the year. Many questions about volunteering will be answered on the trade fair website and you can discover numerous associations and initiatives among the 2023 trade fair exhibitors.

Let's go, because the greatest support is simply to join in!

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