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Serve the City Amsterdam

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Amsterdam Centrum
Serve the City Amsterdam

Volunteer for a day! Sign up for our next project day at https://www.stcamsterdam.nl/doe-mee/ It really is that easy, and everybody's welcome (kids too)!

Serve the City organizes project days about once a month on a Saturday. Sign up for a project of your choice, have a great day and join us afterwards for dinner to thank you for your effort. The project days for 2022 are:

February 5th
March 12th
April 16th
May 21st
June 25th
September 3rd
October 8th
November 12th
December 17th

WHAT WE DO

We believe that everyone deserves a bit of extra love e

very now and then. We do this in a number of different ways. Connecting with other Charities
We are connected with a number of organizations that already help people on the edges of society. We run events where connect our volunteers to these charities so that they can do things that they would otherwise not have the time or money to do. Street Surprises
We also arrange street surprises to brighten people’s day. When a stranger gives you a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day – what are you going to think? We hope to make people smile but more than that connect with each other and realize that even in a big city like Amsterdam, people care and have time for each other. Makeovers
Sometimes the Salvation Army or social services make us aware of someone who is in particular need of help. This might be a person who is living in difficult circumstances and they require a lot of support. We can organize a team to clean up and paint, but more than that, its about connecting with the person and showing them that they matter. Company Day
We help companies, schools and other organizations that want to do a charity event. We can help scope out what you want to achieve and how you want to contribute. We’ll then come up with ideas for projects you can get involved in and then do all we can to make sure that your volunteer day runs smoothly.

10/05/2026

This beauty day at an elderly home was filled with love, care and real connection. From the very first moment, something special happened. There’s just something about taking the time to give hand massages, polish nails, and apply face masks.

Smiles were shared, stories were told, and for a while, time seemed to slow down, for the volunteers and for the elderly residents.

A big thank you to the volunteers of Frasers Property Limited that made this day special. You didn’t just show up, you made a difference.

Interested to organise an activity like this for your own team or company? Feel free to reach out to us by sending an email to [email protected]

25/03/2026

Kom Buurten starts in 2 days.. 💛 27 march until the 29 of March.

Curious what volunteering is really like? This is your chance to explore, try it out, and make a difference in the Kolenkit neighborhood.

From preparing toys for a new home 🧸 to baking pancakes for the elderly 🥞, helping out at the Cybercafé 💻, cooking for a neighborhood meal 🍲, working in the playground 🌿 or taking action for a cleaner neighborhood 🧹. There’s something for everyone.

No pressure, just show up, connect, and experience how good it feels to do something for others.

Ready to join? Link in bio to sign up. Hope to see you there 👋

24/03/2026

Take action for a cleaner neighborhood 🧹 Experience volunteering at its simplest. Step outside, grab a picker, and make an immediate impact together.

On March 28 at 10:30, we’re heading out in the Kolenkit neighborhood to clean up the streets. No complicated plans, just doing something good together and seeing the result right away.

It’s social, active, and surprisingly fun. You’ll meet new people, get fresh air, and leave the neighborhood a little better than you found it.

Will you join us? We’re still looking for volunteers! 💛

23/03/2026

Time for Kom Buurten 27th March until the 29th of March 💛 The place where you can experience what volunteering is all about.

This time we’re heading to the Kolenkit neighborhood. A vibrant part of the city where your help truly makes a difference. Whether you want to try something new, meet people, or simply do something meaningful for a few hours… this is your moment to jump in.

We’ve got a mix of activities, so there’s something for everyone:

🧸 Prepare toys for a new home
💻 Join the Cybercafé at Cybersoek, give or receive digital help
🥞 Bake pancakes for the elderly
🌿 Roll up your sleeves in the playground
🍲 Cook along for a neighborhood meal
🧹 Take action together for a cleaner neighborhood

No experience needed. Just bring your energy and curiosity.

Come by, connect with others, and discover how good it feels to make an impact together. See you in Kolenkit? 👋

19/03/2026

Pancakes, strangers & a living room in the city 🥞🩵

What started as a grey Saturday afternoon in Amsterdam West during our Actionday turned into something warm.

People from different countries and different stories gathered around a stove, made something warm, and shared it with people who needed it. That is the quiet magic of volunteering.

You give a little bit of your time.
You meet people you would never otherwise meet.
You leave with a completely different perspective… and maybe realise that the distance between us and others is much smaller than we think.

Sometimes meaning isn’t in big gestures.
But in a cup of coffee, a conversation… or a perfectly flipped pancake. 🥞

Want to be part of the next activity?
Serve the City Amsterdam runs regular volunteering events across the city.
Follow us to find out when and where the next one is, and come join us!

24/02/2026

"No comment." The toughest interview yet! 🐐📝

During our volunteer day at Kinderboerderij De Uylenburg, we decided to conduct a "client feedback" session to see if the residents at Kinderboerderij Uylenburg in Amsterdam were satisfied with our service.

While we were eager for answers, our interviewee remained unimpressed. The questions were met with a profound, grassy silence as the goat chose a quiet afternoon snack over giving a quote 💔

A hilarious reminder that while we look for meaning in words, they are perfectly content just living in the moment.

Press Conference at the Farm: This goat has no words for the press. 🎤🐐 February 7, 2026. Kinderboerderij De Uylenburg, Amsterdam.

05/02/2026

A cozy high tea at Dynamo, powered by Serve the City volunteers! ☕🍰💛

On a cold Tuesday morning, our team of Serve the City volunteers joined a neighbourhood house to prepare a warm and welcoming high tea for the elderly. Olga, one of our volunteers, helped prepare snacks, serve tea, and create a joyful atmosphere, all while experiencing beautiful intercultural moments.

Even without speaking Dutch, Olga felt supported by the volunteer team. And to her surprise, many of the elderly guests tried speaking English with her too. One special moment? A lady proudly showing photos of her granddaughter, smiling through a mix of Dutch and English.

Volunteering isn’t just about helping others : it’s also about connection, growth, and finding joy in small, meaningful moments. As one volunteer shared:

“Coming here is an escape for me… Volunteering helps me step out of the motherhood bubble. I want to do this more often!”

Whether it's sharing tea, stories, or smiles, every act of kindness makes Amsterdam a warmer place.

Join us next time and be part of the magic! 💛

26/01/2026

Meet James and Billy — two of our Serve the City heroes. James began his volunteer journey by taking portraits of kids and their moms in a shelter. One project… and he was hooked. Since then, he’s offered his talent multiple times.

✨ installing floors
✨ helping build the Tiny Buurthouse
✨ photographing other community projects

From one‑off volunteering to ongoing commitment.

Billy and James helped a replace a damaged floor for a single lady without any money or people to help her. Just last week James asked us: “What’s our next project?” — and honestly, that’s our favorite question.

We’re so grateful for volunteers like James and Billy who keep taking that next step to help more people in our city.

Curious what volunteering could look like for you? Just visit our website, check out the calendar and sign up for a project that you like.

And… drop a comment to show your appreciation for Billy and James. They deserve it.

26/01/2026

Meet James and Billy — two of our Serve the City heroes. James began his volunteer journey by taking portraits of kids and their moms in a shelter. One project… and he was hooked. Since then, he’s offered his talent again and again:

✨ installing floors
✨ helping build the Tiny Buurthouse
✨ photographing other community projects

From one‑off volunteering to ongoing commitment.

Billy and James have made a house a home for a vulnerable lady that was living with a damaged floor. Just last week James asked us: “What’s our next project?” and honestly, that’s our favorite question. We’re so grateful for volunteers like James and Billy who keep taking that next step to help more people in our city.

And… drop a comment to show your appreciation for Billy and James. They deserve it.

02/01/2026

Volunteering doesn’t just give energy—it gives fulfillment.

Meet Maarten Koolen helping us out with our online visibility. He says: “Right now, I’m happy with my role, and there’s work for years to come, so I’m not worried. The online visibility market keeps evolving, and we’re on top of it.”

Do you want to volunteer with us? Do you have a talent that can help out behind the scenes or screen. Drop us an email or message. We would love to chat with you about the possibilities!

Read the full interview here: https://www.stcamsterdam.nl/2026/01/02/picking-up-volunteer-stories-2/

Adres

Nieuwe Herengracht 18
Amsterdam Centrum
1018DP

Openingstijden

Maandag	09:00 - 17:00
Dinsdag	09:00 - 17:00
Woensdag	09:00 - 17:00
Donderdag	09:00 - 17:00

Telefoon

+31657480164

Website

http://www.stcamsterdam.nl/

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