Nonprofit organizations and volunteering

Are you an expat in Luxembourg looking to volunteer? Below you’ll find a selection of non-profits and community organizations where you can get involved and participate in meaningful projects.

Volunteering can also be an excellent opportunity for expats’ spouses to better navigate the various stages of living abroad, particularly the initial adjustment and adaptation phases. It allows you to meet new people and combat loneliness.

Poverty and Precariousness in Luxembourg

Although Luxembourg is known for its residents’ high standard of living, poverty, precariousness, and the need for assistance remain present. Approximately 40% of households with three or more children may be vulnerable to these situations, primarily due to the high cost of housing.

Government assistance is available to support the most disadvantaged households, but it is not always sufficient to meet their needs.

Since 2024, organized begging has been banned on certain streets in the Gare and Ville-Haute neighborhoods between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. To support people in need, the city collaborates with several local organizations.

Tip: Donations made to organizations are generally tax-deductible.

Social Solidarity Organizations

HUT – Hellef Um Terrain

• Emergency or temporary shelter for homeless people and those seeking international protection
• Food pantries and support for people in distress

Volunteering: homework help, language classes, conversation groups, job search assistance, recreational activities, and administrative support.

Official website: hut.lu

Luxembourg Red Cross

• Youth services: adoption, vacation camps for children, psychosocial support
• Social services: Meals on Wheels, assistance for migrants and refugees
• Health services: blood transfusions, home care, first aid training
• International services: solidarity and education on sustainable development

Organization of the annual Red Cross Bazaar. More information at www.croix-rouge.lu

Inter-Actions

Since 1979, Inter-Actions has supported socially disadvantaged people, both young and old, by providing access to housing and social integration. It has also created the “À vos côtés” service to enhance safety in certain neighborhoods.

Official website: inter-actions.lu

Stëmm vun der Strooss

The association distributes meals and food to nearly 7,000 people and promotes the social and professional integration of the underprivileged.

More info: stemm.lu

Women in Distress Luxembourg

Protection of women and children who are victims of violence, psychological, legal, and social support, and vocational training.

More information: www.fed.lu

Soroptimist Luxembourg

Support for women’s rights and promotion of equality in society and the workplace.

More info: www.soroptimist.lu

Luxembourg Association of Prison Visitors (ALVP)

Volunteers visit inmates once or twice a month to facilitate their reintegration and improve their conditions of detention.

More info: alvp.lu

Discover other volunteer opportunities with SOS-Détresse

Medical associations

Cancer Luxembourg Foundation

Cancer prevention, support for patients and their families, and organization of charity events such as the Relay for Life.

• Information for the general public and patients
• Practical assistance (administrative, financial, labor law, cosmetic)
• Psychological support and support groups

Websites: cancer.lu, relaispourlavie.lu, maviesanstabac.lu

Luxembourg Hospital (CHL)

“Mir können Ihnen helfen” program: welcoming visitors, companionship for patients without visitors, small cultural events.

Information: Volunteer Agency

Doctors Without Borders Luxembourg (MSF)

Participation in non-medical and logistical activities to support humanitarian missions.

More info: msf.lu/fr

Médecins du Monde Luxembourg (MDM)

Initiatives for vulnerable populations: homeless people, migrants, women who are victims of violence, people in situations of prostitution, Roma.

Official website: medecinsdumonde.lu

Other organizations and initiatives

National Association of Road Accident Victims – AVR

Emotional, legal, and practical support for victims of traffic accidents and their loved ones. Road safety initiatives.

Website: www.avr.lu

Slow Food Grand Duchy Convivium

Promotion of healthy, good, and fair food through culinary and artisanal events.

Website: slowfoodgrand-duche.com

Volunteer organizations and platforms

Volunteer Agency – Strassen

Connecting associations with volunteers for all available initiatives in Luxembourg.

Website: www.benevolat.public.lu

Serve the City Luxembourg

Volunteer platform for participating in various projects and events. Regularly seeking volunteers: designers, photographers, translators, project managers, etc.

Website: servethecity.lu

See more organizations seeking volunteers

The Lux Film Festival seeks approximately 80 volunteers each year