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Cat missing for 17 years found after Gironde wildfire rescue

The reunion came after animal rescuers checked its microchip

Young rugby players arrive to help clear up tornado-hit French village

Pomas,which has around 1,000 residents, has also seen a big response from people donating essential items to those affected

‘It could have been us. It gives you faith in humanity’: Volunteer describes the solidarity behind Gironde wildfire response

Thousands of volunteers have come together to support displaced families

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Volunteering in France: who can take part and how to do it

For most missions, no prior experience is required

'Our French farmhouse was rebuilt by hundreds of helping hands'

Discover how a New Zealand-English couple transformed a dilapidated farmhouse into a vibrant home with the help of 145 volunteers

How to give one hour a month to your local community in France

Volunteers can help with activities ranging from gardening for a neighbour to helping out at a care home

Scheme sends clowns to cheer up children in hospital in France

New volunteer clowns are trained by professionals before interacting with children and their families

The stunning familial ski domain in the French Alps

Volunteers play a key role in this mountain community that sits in both the Drôme and Isère departments

Volunteers helping Ukrainian families settle in France

A British-run association in western France has been providing housing for Ukrainian families and is selling cookbooks and Christmas cards to raise funds

British veterans group in France needs help setting up breakfast clubs

The events let veterans and serving members of the British armed forces offer mutual support and make new friends

English-speaking animal rescue charity in France appeals for helpers

The Phoenix Association warns that animal welfare is at stake without more people to help with its fundraising efforts

Help for the bereaved is just one phone call away

The Bereavement Support Network helps English speakers who have recently lost a loved one

Woman handing shopping to older woman on doorstep

New online initiative in France: to volunteer just one hour a month

The scheme is ideal if you do not want a long term commitment but still want to help out

Paris 2024 Olympics to seek English-speaking volunteers

Around 45,000 volunteers will be needed for the Games, and they must speak English or French and be over 18 years old in 2024. Roles include welcoming guests and participants and assisting at ceremonies and with medical services

Covid-19: French charity cares for pets of key staff

A charity in southern France is calling for volunteers to look after the pets of healthcare staff, frontline workers, and hospitalised patients during the Covid-19 crisis.

Vet’s hospital is on call to help injured wild animals

Marie-Pierre Puech is a vet on a mission. With two staff members and a team of dedicated volunteers, she has been running a hospital for wild animals for the last 10 years.

Generous French charity giving goes beyond money

The French are very generous when it comes to giving to charity, a new poll has shown, with over 90% giving not just money, but also gifts, food, clothes, and volunteering time - and some not even realising how generous they are.

10,000 books wanting readers

Tarn et Garonne library looking for new members

Who will do the donkey work now?

Looking for volunteers to help at sanctuary

Voluntary donations reach €7.5 billion

Statistics show immense increase over 10 years

Help beat deaths on the street

“Our slogan is: By alerting society and honouring the dead, we are also acting for the living"

20 million make difference

Volunteers help wherever they can

Volunteering is not as easy as you think

Finding a way to ‘fit in’ is a common difficulty for Britons who move to France, with the language barrier being a key problem. But, despite being sufficiently confident in her French to apply for citizenship, Sue Evans says she is still struggling to find a way to help in her community

Restos du Coeur is more than food

Well-known food aid group Restos du Cœur is looking for volunteers in its programme to help people look for work. The charity, started by the late comedian Coluche, is in the middle of its food bank activities with its winter campaign which runs until March.

Volunteers

Cat missing for 17 years found after Gironde wildfire rescue

Young rugby players arrive to help clear up tornado-hit French village

‘It could have been us. It gives you faith in humanity’: Volunteer describes the solidarity behind Gironde wildfire response

Volunteering in France: who can take part and how to do it

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'Our French farmhouse was rebuilt by hundreds of helping hands'

How to give one hour a month to your local community in France

Scheme sends clowns to cheer up children in hospital in France

The stunning familial ski domain in the French Alps

Volunteers helping Ukrainian families settle in France

British veterans group in France needs help setting up breakfast clubs

English-speaking animal rescue charity in France appeals for helpers

Help for the bereaved is just one phone call away

New online initiative in France: to volunteer just one hour a month

Paris 2024 Olympics to seek English-speaking volunteers

French app alerts nearby volunteer first aiders in health emergencies

French animal sanctuary in urgent need of donations

Hang phone cable from window to help the homeless

Covid-19: French charity cares for pets of key staff

Equine trust in France seeks help to meet demand

Santas go green to help poorer families in France

French refuge inspired by ‘TV star’ cat

Pet rescue president passes on his lead

Tiny french alpine ski resort saved by volunteers

Vet’s hospital is on call to help injured wild animals

Generous French charity giving goes beyond money

10,000 books wanting readers

Who will do the donkey work now?

Voluntary donations reach €7.5 billion

Help beat deaths on the street

20 million make difference

Volunteering is not as easy as you think

Restos du Coeur is more than food

Be prepared... to have fun with a scout group

Helping with rescue animals can transform their lives

Volunteers pick surplus fruit from your trees

Live your Time Team dream to help archeological

The pink people out to brighten patients’ days

Volunteers step up for refugees