Community Helpers

location
4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Good 4.2  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Empowering Marginalized Communities! Join us in supporting people with disabilities, migrants, refugees, and others seeking a fresh start in Athens
  • Promoting Integration! Engage in activities like teaching , distributing surplus produce, and awareness campaigns, contributing to the integration of marginalized communities.
  • Cultural Diversity! Interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Rebuilding Lives! Help communities thrive by offering practical assistance and educational opportunities.
  • Limitless Compassion! Experience Athens' boundless compassion and be a changemaker in the lives of those seeking a new beginning.


Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

Ready to make a difference in the lives of marginalized groups in Athens, Greece? Join our Community Support program and help local non profits.

Join the Community Support Program in Athens, Greece! In a city as vibrant and diverse as Athens, the fusion of various cultures illustrates the profound impact a community can have. Athens has welcomed marginalized groups—including people with disabilities, migrants, refugees, and those ...

About the program

Join the Community Support Program in Athens, Greece! In a city as vibrant and diverse as Athens, the fusion of various cultures illustrates the profound impact a community can have. Athens has welcomed marginalized groups—including people with disabilities, migrants, refugees, and those advocating for gender equality and diversity—offering them a fresh start and a path to inclusion in local society.

This program is dedicated to supporting marginalized individuals seeking to rebuild their lives, with a focus on integration and empowerment. Central to the efforts of the Community Support project is a wide range of services tailored to diverse needs, from organizing donations and conducting educational workshops to imparting essential skills and running awareness campaigns. The goal is to aid the integration of these communities and help them find solace and dignity in Athens.

As a volunteer, you’ll engage with individuals from various nationalities, cultures, and social backgrounds—each overcoming significant challenges to rebuild their lives in local society. Your contributions will be pivotal in fostering inclusion and supporting those in need.

What to Expect:

  • Meal Preparation and Distribution: Prepare and distribute meals and immediate need supplies to refugees, asylum seekers, and other marginalized communities.

  • Facilitating Events: Assist in organizing and facilitating community events that promote social inclusion and awareness.

  • Garden Care: Help maintain community gardens, providing a peaceful and productive space for beneficiaries.

  • Reception and Support: Welcome and assist students and beneficiaries at the community center, ensuring they feel supported and valued.

  • Cleaning Tasks: Participate in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the community center.

  • Student and Beneficiary Engagement: Keep in touch with students and beneficiaries, providing ongoing support and encouragement.

  • Content Creation: Create content such as videos and photos of events for promotion on social media, helping to raise awareness and support for the cause.

Daily Tasks:

  • Prepare and Distribute Meals: Ensure that refugees and other marginalized individuals receive nutritious meals and necessary supplies.

  • Organize and Facilitate Events: Plan and execute events that promote inclusion, diversity, and community engagement.

  • Garden Maintenance: Care for community gardens, supporting sustainability and providing a nurturing environment.

  • Reception Duties: Welcome and assist individuals at the center, providing a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

  • Maintain Cleanliness: Contribute to the upkeep and cleanliness of the community spaces.

  • Engage with Beneficiaries: Maintain regular contact with students and beneficiaries, offering support and building relationships.

  • Create Promotional Content: Document and promote events and activities through videos and photos for social media outreach.

Why Join?

  • Make an Impact: Help marginalized communities in Athens rebuild their lives and integrate into society.

  • Gain Experience: Develop skills in community support, event facilitation, and content creation.

  • Cultural Immersion: Experience the rich and diverse culture of Athens while making a meaningful contribution to society.

Ready to Support and Empower Communities in Athens?



Typical day

After the initial orientation, you will join the morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that the starting times and daily workload can vary depending on the schedule of each specific project. 

You will be going to your project ...

Typical day

After the initial orientation, you will join the morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that the starting times and daily workload can vary depending on the schedule of each specific project. 

You will be going to your project by public transportation :) One way ticket costs 1,20 euros and the comute time varies from 15 to 25 minutes.

A typical daily schedule will look as follows:

 

07:30 am – 11:30 am | Breakfast at the volunteer’s accommodation

10:00 am – 13:30 pm | (1)Travel to project to join local placement staff and begin work on your volunteer project or (2) Explore the city, relax or enroll in other activities if you have an afternoon project

13:30 pm | Enjoy your lunch at the accommodation

02:30 pm – 07:30 pm | (1) Travel to project to join local placement staff and begin work on your volunteer project or (2) Explore the city, relax or enroll in other activities if you have a morning project

19:30 pm – 10:00 pm | Dinner at the accommodation. After dinner, you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish.


Free-time activities

Athens is the historical capital of Europe, the birthplace of democracy, arts, science and philosophy of western civilisation and Home of Plato, Socrates, Pericles, Euripides, Sophocles, Aeschylus.  Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities but, today, under the shadow of Parthenon, the ...

Free-time activities

Athens is the historical capital of Europe, the birthplace of democracy, arts, science and philosophy of western civilisation and Home of Plato, Socrates, Pericles, Euripides, Sophocles, Aeschylus.  Athens is one of the world’s oldest cities but, today, under the shadow of Parthenon, the contemporary urban scenery of the sprawling city reflects its exciting history, its multicultural modern personality as well as the infrastructure and facilities.

The perfect Mediterranean climate with the legendary Greek sunlight, the unique combination of glorious history with modern, urban innovation, the coexistence of great culture with astonishing natural beauty.

You will have so much to discover during your program… Enjoy your free mornings or afternoons as well as the weekends to explore all the city has to offer!


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (intermediate level)

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by ImpacTrip

Pick up from the international airport & transfer to the accommodation on Sundays

Accommodation at a female or mixed-gender shared room in a hostel

Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)

Shared use of common spaces, gorgeous terrace, and free WIFI

Orientation event on arrival (including introduction to Greece and its culture, volunteer experience, overview of programs, practical information, safety guidelines)

Guided city tour

The best tips to discover the city!

Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project

Introduction on the first day of volunteering

Ongoing support throughout the stay

24h/7 emergency support

Airport Pickup at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

 

We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect.

Accommodation

Volunteers stay accommodated in a youth hostel located in the heart of Athens, only a 5-minute from Omonia Square where the second most central metro stop is, right next to Psirri neighborhood and a 30 minute walk to Acropolis. The neighborhood offers everything you will need, supermarkets, bars, local coffee shops, shopping malls, ATMs, access to all transportation means. The airport is just 45 minutes away by public transportation.

 

This youth hostel has dormitory-style rooms accommodating from 8-10 participants (female and mixed) and private rooms (available for upgrades upon request. Bathrooms are in each room and shared with the rest of the people in your room).

The hostel offers a bar area and sitting area, a communal kitchen for those that want to cook and also rooms with balconies to relax and a rooftop with the most amazing views of Acropolis.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided at the hostel every day.

The menu consists of local food, a mixture of meat, fish and fresh vegetables and everyday the volunteers can try various meals made in Greek style. In case of diet restrictions such as vegan and vegetarians, gluten-free and lactose intolerant the hostel can accommodate your needs, after informing them in advance. Breakfast is served in buffet style and includes cereal, yogurt, seasonal fruits, jams, honey, bread, cakes/cookies, milk, tea, coffee, juices, eggs, cheese.

Food & Beverages

We will provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hostel every day. The hostel restaurant offers meals with fresh local ingredients for all volunteers in a very Greek style and they are prepared to accommodate most diet restrictions such as vegan and vegetarians, gluten-free and lactose intolerant.


Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens. We assist you to find cheap flights to Greece. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Greece provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Greece you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Greece. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

Our Greek programs start on the Sunday before the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month AND every Sunday from May to the end of August.


Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 2,120€
5 weeks 2,485€
6 weeks 2,850€
7 weeks 3,215€
8 weeks 3,580€
9 weeks 3,945€
10 weeks 4,310€
11 weeks 4,675€
12 weeks (max. stay) 5,040€
Average fees 475€/week

Program fees

475€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

4 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with ImpacTrip during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

ImpacTrip

Good 4.2 rating (70 reviews)

Agency - founded in 2015

Verified by Volunteer World

  Very high response rate

Coordinated by

Cristiana

Spoken languages: Portuguese, Spanish, English

About the project

ImpacTrip is a social enterprise that promotes Responsible Travel Experiences in Portugal, Spain and Croatia.

Meet your organization

ImpacTrip is a social business internationally certified as B-Corp that promotes Responsible Travel Experiences in Portugal, Spain and Croatia.

Founded in 2015 by two dedicated social entrepreneurs that want to change the way people travel, ImpacTrip aims at combining the best of travel with a positive social and environmental impact.

We really want travelers to have the most unique and meaningful travel experiences.

We offer short-term Travel Experiences across our country that allow you and other Responsible Travelers to connect with the locals, experience the culture and contribute in a positive way to the local communities.

We also offer long-term volunteer programs in which you can dedicate 1 to 12 weeks volunteering for local non-profits for a specific cause while meeting people from all over the world.

Since 2015 we've received people from over 50+ different nationalities that contributed with over 30.000 hours of volunteer work to support over 300 non-profits.

70 reviews · rating4.2

Alba Gala Torrero rating5

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I recommend this experience to absolutely anyone, it was the best of my life. The first week my placement was in a Skatepark in Cascais, so I had to catch a train and then a bus. Although it was good and the commute was fine, I didn't feel comfortable at the beggining so I asked to switch to a ...
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The people working there were really supportive and genuinely wish for you to have a good experience. My first day was an introduction to the area, possibility to get help with the tickets for the public transports and a guided tour of Lisbon. They also have communication chats for you to contact ...
Thomas Payne rating3.2

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Honestly, I was surprised, when on the website it shows photos of so many dogs, animals, it turned out I was working at a cat sanctuary. It's not that I was disappointed by the cats, it was just a shock, and also, at points of the sanctuary I feel like I wasn't apart of it massively, there wasn't ...
Isabel Hager rating2.6

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Louise Rivet rating1.8

2024 at English Teaching to the community

Unfortunately, my experience was not the best one. The lodging was too far from the project; we had to travel almost two hours to get there. The classes were not organized. After one week, and following my request, I was assigned to a school which was fine but still one hour bus and metro to get ...
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