Volunteer in France: 5 Opportunities

Find meaningful volunteer programs in France. Filter by category, duration, cost, and travel style.

Categories in France

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environment

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community

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animals

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Programs in France

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Food Distribution for People in Need

Les Restos du Cœur · Paris, France

Les Restos du Cœur (Restaurants of the Heart) is one of France's most beloved charities, distributing food and providing social support to millions of people in poverty each year. Paris volunteers help at food distribution centres, prepare meal packages, and support additional programs covering childcare, job coaching, and music therapy.

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Street Food Distribution for Homeless & Refugees

Serve the City Paris · Paris, France

Serve the City Paris runs weekly street food distribution sessions for homeless individuals and refugees across Paris. Volunteers meet on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays in the 13th arrondissement, bringing hot food and companionship to marginalised people. No experience required — just show up and help.

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Humanitarian Action & Fighting Hunger

Action Against Hunger (ACF) · Paris, France

Action Against Hunger is one of the world's leading humanitarian organisations, tackling malnutrition and food crises globally. Paris volunteers support fundraising events, school education missions (Challenges Against Hunger), and campaign outreach. A Civic Service contract (6–12 months) is also available for volunteers aged 16–25, with a monthly allowance.

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Animal Shelter Volunteer, La SPA

Société Protectrice des Animaux (SPA) · Paris, France

France's oldest animal protection association, running 63 shelters nationwide from its Paris headquarters. Volunteers walk dogs, socialize cats, support adoption events, and help with shelter upkeep. Requires becoming a member and signing a commitment letter, no diploma needed, minimum age 18 (16 to 17 with parental permission at some shelters).

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Bird & Habitat Conservation Volunteer, LPO

Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux (LPO) · Rochefort, France

France's oldest and largest bird protection charity, headquartered in the historic Fonderies Royales in Rochefort. Ecovolunteers join nature workdays restoring habitats, monitoring bird populations, and caring for injured birds through more than 200 local groups nationwide. Open to all experience levels, training provided.