Netherlands
Making a difference in the local community
Twenty enthusiastic volunteers from Aspen Oss supported Ons Welzijn, a local community organisation through multiple successful activities in late August.
Ons Welzijn provides care, guidance and practical support to residents in a neighborhood in Oss where additional support is often needed.
During the day, Aspen’s volunteers helped with a variety of projects that made a meaningful difference to local residents. Activities included gardening for residents who are unable to maintain their gardens independently and carrying out repair work such as rebuilding a fence for a single mother with two children.
Throughout the month of August, Aspen Oss’ employees also collected and distributed food and grocery items for Bon Appétit. This volunteer-led organization supports low-income seniors and state pension recipients who do not qualify for assistance from the Food Bank but who struggle to make ends meet.
The activities were a rewarding experience for everyone involved and a wonderful opportunity to bring the spirit of Mandela Day to life by giving back to our local community.