Cottbus celebrates volunteerism: 29 partners for valuable helpers!

Cottbus celebrates volunteerism: 29 partners for valuable helpers!

Volunteering is highly valued in Cottbus – and not without reason. A current initiative that was launched in late summer 2023 has now resulted in 29 companies, associations and institutions taking part Volunteer card participate. This card gives many volunteers great discounts and shows how important social commitment is for the city.

Before the initiative, there were only four local companies that supported the volunteer card. Head of Order Thomas Bergner explained that the situation at the time did not reflect the diversity of social engagement in Cottbus. The new initiative “Cottbus needs you” not only significantly increased the range of partners, but also the appreciation for everyone who works in areas such as emergency services or disaster control. More precisely, with 35 partners, Cottbus now presents the second best range of services in Brandenburg, only behind Potsdam.

The advantages of the volunteer card

The volunteer card brings numerous advantages for its holders: everything is included, from special shopping discounts to reduced admissions to free offers. Nancy Pommerenke from Imageconcept GmbH and Oliver Ringwelski from Cottbuser Kindermusical emphasize the importance of the discounts and gratitude to volunteers. “We need these people to help society,” Pommerenke said.

But why should you volunteer? Boomtown summarizes six good reasons for volunteering. First, it promotes local community and brings people with similar goals together. Secondly, it can have a positive effect on health because people who are involved have a lower risk of chronic diseases. Thirdly, employers welcome volunteer work, which makes it a springboard for one's own career.

Variety of tasks and the search for volunteers

Volunteers are in demand in many areas, be it sports, animal protection or youth welfare. There are numerous activities that help strengthen the community and support people in need, such as the volunteer fire department or working with the homeless. The driving force for many is the inner need to help or personal experiences that motivate this.

What is the best way to find a suitable volunteer position? The side of the city cottbus also offers an excellent basis for anyone who wants to get involved. There are many opportunities to get in direct contact with various organizations.

For those thinking about volunteering, it is important to find a balance between volunteering, work and personal life. Because good planning is the key to long-term success in volunteer work. There is also the possibility of receiving reimbursement for expenses, which makes the commitment a little easier.

To summarize: Volunteering is very important in Cottbus, and the new benefits show how much the city values ​​its committed citizens. Everyone who wants to get involved should say: “Cottbus needs you!”