Humanitarian Aid & Emergency Response Volunteering

Netherlands Red Cross · Amsterdam, Netherlands

The Netherlands Red Cross (Rode Kruis) is one of the Netherlands' oldest and largest humanitarian organisations, with over 19,000 active volunteers across the country. Volunteers support emergency first aid, social services, refugee assistance, and community crisis response in Amsterdam and beyond. The organisation welcomes English-speaking international volunteers for structured placements.

Pancakes for Homeless, Park Clean-ups & Community Days

Serve the City Amsterdam · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Serve the City Amsterdam organises practical, hands-on volunteering across the Dutch capital. Activities include making pancakes for homeless residents, cleaning parks (especially Vondelpark), walking shelter dogs, and running craft sessions for children. All activities are in English and listed on their app. Perfect for expats and short-stay volunteers.

Emergency Animal Rescue — Animal Ambulance Volunteer

Dierenambulance Amsterdam · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam's animal ambulance service handles around 50,000 emergency calls per year — and 80% of the work is done by volunteers. After completing a structured training programme (approx. 20 evening courses and 15 on-the-job sessions), volunteers respond to 24/7 emergency calls rescuing injured and distressed animals across the city. A unique and rewarding role for animal lovers based in Amsterdam.