Do good in Cologne
148 active pro bono opportunities with local organisations in Cologne, Germany — donate, volunteer or share your skills.
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FundraisingGaming without Borders
Computerprojekt Köln e.V.
"Gaming ohne Grenzen" - the initiative on the topic of accessibility in digital games - creates spaces for encounter for young people with and without disabilities, in which values of inclusion are strengthened and media literacy is promoted.
DonationSo that dreams don't land hard - Together for more safety in cheerleading
S.C. Borussia Lindenthal- Hohenlind e.V.
We are collecting donations for our own safety floor so that our athletes can train more safely, learn new elements and train competitively. Support us in strengthening injury prevention and giving children and young people
DonationCommunity preserved – sport, encounter and participation
Kölner Seniorengemeinschaft e.V.
The KSG Köln brings people aged 50 and above together through sports, language courses and social activities. Help us maintain community, counter loneliness and enable older people to enjoy exercise, social connections and a joy of life. Every euro counts!
Fundraisinginnatura – with your donation, more for everyone!
innatura gGmbH
innatura.org operates Germany's first platform that matches brand-new product donations to nonprofit organizations based on their needs. This way, innatura helps social organizations make more of their resources and do more good!
DonationCandy for the Schull- und Veedelszöch
Die Gemeinschaftsstiftung - PlanBildung
Support our participation in the Schull- un Veedelszöch 2027 with a Kamelle donation! Help 65 people experience community, break down prejudices and spread joy.
FundraisingSupport for refugees
Mosaik Köln Mülheim e.V.
Mosaik offers low-threshold assistance in Mülheim ranging from social counseling and form-filling support to job coaching, German courses and tutoring.
DonationAngels Against Cold - Warmth for Cologne's Homeless
Street Angels Cologne e. V.
We bring warm drinks, food, clothing and urgently needed items for cold nights. Above all, we bring time, an open ear and appreciation. Because no one should feel invisible.
FundraisingTogether we are building 50 Little Homes for homeless people
Little Home e.V.
We are building 50 tiny houses together at the Macher Festival 2026, which we will donate to people living on the streets together with Little Home e.V. They give back shelter and dignity! Until 15.07. at 16:00, every donation will be doubled (as a collected amount on the 15th).
FundraisingVoluntary accompaniment for children in residential care
EWD e.V. - Ehrenamtliche Wegbegleitung Deutschland
We match children from residential youth care groups (formerly referred to as children's homes), who have no contact with adult reference persons outside the facility and sometimes feel quite alone, with companions who accompany them.
FundraisingGot a moment? Big impact! Donate to Kurz&Gut!
Kölner Freiwilligen Agentur e. V.
Kurz&Gut: This is where committed individuals and organizations come together! Support short-term volunteering with your donation to the matching platform and make a positive and lasting contribution to society.
DonationTogether instead of alone - Music and encounters for elderly people with dementia
Weltkultur Bühne e.V.
Many older people spend their days alone. Those with a migration background, dementia or language barriers in particular find it difficult to access social interaction and cultural participation. This is exactly where Weltkulturbühne e.V. comes in. Every donation helps us.
FundraisingSecure help for Carnival 2027 with EDELGARD!
EDELGARD e.V.
EDELGARD is a project for protection from and assistance after sexualized violence in public spaces in Köln. During Karneval, we offer first response support following experienced assaults. For this to remain possible in 2027, we need support.
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Poverty & Hunger opportunities in Cologne
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Education opportunities in Cologne
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Health & Wellbeing opportunities in Cologne
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Technology for Good opportunities in Cologne
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Climate & Environment opportunities in Cologne
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Refugees & Migration opportunities in Cologne
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