Education Poland Project #63151

Grow a future generation of volunteers in Poland

by Fundacja Klementyna

Project Report | Dec 7, 2024
Our volunteers in the face of the flood

By Dawid Jarzabek-Nowak | CEO of Clementine Foundation

Our volunteering cleaning the flooding area

Dear donors and supporters,

I hope this message finds you in good health and spirits. As the year draws to a close, I want to share with you some remarkable achievements from our recent projects, made possible by your unwavering generosity and support.

In mid-September 2024, devastating floods swept through southern Poland, leaving many communities in despair. Responding to this crisis, over 80 of our dedicated volunteers traveled to the affected regions in November to help clean up and restore normalcy to those impacted. Their efforts resulted in the cleanup of 29 homes, a village community center, a medical clinic, and a school.

To ensure our volunteers were emotionally prepared for such challenging work, we arranged sessions with a psychologist both before and after their trips. These sessions helped them prepare for the emotional weight of witnessing others’ hardships and provided essential support as they processed their experiences afterward.

In addition to our flood relief efforts, November marked the launch of our new scholarship program for volunteers, "Social Heroes." This initiative is designed to recognize and support volunteers who have consistently engaged in community service for at least 12 months, face financial hardships, and demonstrate a passion they wish to nurture.

The application period closed on International Volunteer Day, and we’re excited to soon introduce our first cohort of scholarship recipients to our community of donors and friends. We are confident that these inspiring individuals will make us all proud as they continue to grow and contribute to society.

Your support makes these vital initiatives possible, and we cannot thank you enough for standing with us. Together, we’re building stronger, more compassionate communities and making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.

With gratitude,
Dawid and the Team of Clementine Foundation

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Aug 9, 2024
I thought it was a joke, and then I cried.

By Dawid Jarzabek-Nowak | CEO of Clementine Foundation

Volunteers visiting seniors in our Senior Day Care

Dear Friends and Supporters,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to share some exciting updates on what we've been working on at the Clementine Foundation over the past few months, all thanks to your continued support.

We've had four groups of passionate volunteers who are currently running projects aimed at promoting volunteerism in the local communities of southern Mazovia. They’ve been organizing events, competitions, and in September, we’ll be hosting our very first Youth Volunteer Forum. It’s incredible to see how our efforts are starting to build a stronger, more connected community.

On another front, our dedicated volunteers have been making a significant impact in the lives of nearly 200 elderly individuals with disabilities by delivering hot meals to their homes three times a week. For many of them, these are their only hot meals. One of our recipients, Mr. Józef, who is 80 years old, shared his thoughts: “I make three cups of tea from one teabag, and I can only afford cold cuts for sandwiches on special occasions. I couldn’t believe it when I was told I’d be getting hot meals delivered to my door for free. At first, I thought it was a joke, and then I cried. I’m truly grateful.”

Moreover, our volunteers are extending their reach to elderly Ukrainian refugees. We’re providing prepaid shopping cards to 80 seniors, allowing them to purchase food and hygiene products—essentials that they otherwise couldn’t afford. This group is facing some of the toughest challenges, and we’re committed to helping them through these difficult times.

I’m also thrilled to announce that, thanks to the generosity of our donors, we will soon be launching a scholarship program for volunteers who are in difficult financial and living situations. Additionally, starting in August, we’ll be rolling out training sessions to help our volunteers strengthen their mental resilience—a crucial skill in their invaluable work.

P.S. Your support has been instrumental in making all of this possible. If you would like to continue helping us expand these vital programs, please consider making a donation. Together, we can make an even bigger difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Thank you for standing with us and making our community stronger.

With gratitude,
Dawid and the Team of Clementine Foundation

Our volunteers collecting food

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