Category: Philanthropy
![Help Line Offers Solace and Comfort to Those in Need of Someone to Talk to](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/60/51/d0ae0612787f9dfc5d0d86a4bcf2.jpg)
Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology of Torino and the Civil Protection Volunteers of the Scientology Community (Pro.Civi.Co.S) set up a helpline for those needing a kind word, someone to listen, and simple words of encouragement.
![Kindness Restores Faith in These Challenging Times](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/bc/d6/f57e57fbd23f53d8bde443beff27.jpg)
As in communities the world over, COVID-19 has brought its share of hardship to Scotland
![Milano Scientologists Reach Out to Help Vulnerable Neighbors](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/53/9b/bc472c12fe2ea71ccc40db9979d7.jpg)
"Is there anything you need? Call our hotline" say the Scientology Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology of Milano.
![Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Hungary Begin the New Year With Community Outreach](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ec/28/fa37b5f75f270833e4d0923118f6.jpg)
With the decline of new COVID-19 cases in the country bringing hope for the future, Hungarian Volunteer Ministers continue their work to serve those in need in the here and now
![Winter Wonderland Returns to the Crossroads in Kansas City Dec. 19-25 with COVID Safety First](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/4e/51/901c5148c65004b90bab651d54d9.jpg)
Santa is making ready to touch down in the Crossroads Saturday, December 19, and he wants Kansas City families to get set for Christmas treats and toys at the second annual Winter Wonderland at 18th & Grand Boulevard.
![Stop the Killing: Peace Ride Unites the Community](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ac/32/3d801bd87e92555a1de169849d1b.jpg)
Churches and nonprofits come together on International Peace Day to bring peace to the streets of Greater Kansas City where more than 200 have died by violence so far this year. The community action was organized by the Church of Scientology Kansas City in partnership with Councilman for the 3rd District-at-Large Brandon Ellington, United in Peace Foundation and The Way to Happiness Foundation.
![Scientology Initiative to Contain the Coronavirus Ignites a Grassroots Movement for Help Throughout South Africa](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ce/ed/1e6447ee8ff1547f6cd514545463.jpg)
The bright yellow jackets of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers teams working to contain the pandemic have become a common sight throughout South Africa. Now, more and more people are joining the initiative through seminars and online training on the Scientology Tools for Life.
![Scientology Volunteer Ministers Say Now is the Time to Double Down on Prevention](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/1f/15/226fbf25a2e9321890573e273733.jpg)
With new cases of COVID-19 spiking in Hungary and schools about to open, Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Budapest urge people to apply prevention basics.
![Scientology Volunteer Ministers: Supporting Kids as They Start a New School Year Online](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/05/46/6c010931887f495fb20fed8aa5d8.jpg)
Volunteers from the Church of Scientology Seattle help local kids get a great start to the new school year, virtually, through their participation in the 7th annual backpack and school supplies drive sponsored by Interfaith Ministries of Greater Queen Anne.
![Church of Scientology Kansas City: Part of the Interfaith Community Helping Kansas City Get Through the Pandemic Safe and Well](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/d9/f1/e84a04ccb532122e93624aacba2e.jpg)
The Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology work in partnership with other denominations to feed KC families during the pandemic with back-to-back food drives.
![South African Scientology Volunteer Ministers Contribute 200,000 Hours to Help Stop the Coronavirus](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/58/16/eb93ee4ddadd92f959d9a010e940.jpg)
Since March, South Africa's Volunteer Ministers have been tireless in their fight against the pandemic.
![Swiss Scientologists Reach Out With Vital Information on Prevention](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/05/0a/1c298848a4df480eee27161b3b9d.jpg)
Swiss study shows the importance of prevention
![Lending a Hand to a Community in Need](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9f/7b/bbc2b3b94d2a5162968fcbfa3f0d.jpg)
Social media brought together a tiny village on the northeastern border of Hungary and the Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology Budapest—to everyone's delight.
![Seattle Rocks Out for a Great Cause With the Jive Aces](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ab/b5/fb3ea42a96a0394104b13e36149c.jpg)
Britain's Got Talent semifinalists' benefit concert for the humanitarian programs of the Church of Scientology Seattle
![San Fernando Valley Volunteers Honored at Recognition Ceremony](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/aa/1d/8b02ef4660442a98a6149053d432.jpg)
Twenty-three community leaders acknowledged for their help and dedication at a ceremony at the Church of Scientology of the Valley.
![Church of Scientology Nashville Recognizes Top Volunteers](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/2e/47/e17a95bbe3b518f104928f28572e.jpg)
Volunteer Recognition Day at the Church of Scientology Nashville acknowledged volunteers who exemplify the spirit of the day and inspire others to take action.
![Church of Scientology: Proud to Support Chicano Pride Ride 2019](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9d/0d/7d4dd751fa2b7b0bfe4332dc0685.jpg)
Backing the annual biking fundraiser of the Latin American Educational Foundation
![Clear Skies Smile on February's Hollywood Village Cleanup—The First Anniversary of the Community Initiative](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/e2/aa/b43d198b033544bf46d4466fa87c.jpg)
Community comes together to keep Hollywood safe and clean.
![Faith Leaders Thank Volunteers Who Served in the Aftermath of the Camp Fire](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/d1/3b/0c58951095e69d9d04fd3d0dbff3.jpg)
November 8 to the 25, 2018, the Camp Fire, the worst wildfire in California history, burned through 153,000 acres, killed 85 civilians and incinerated 14,000 homes. Ministers from the Church of Scientology were among the religious leaders recognizing volunteers who helped in the aftermath of the disaster.
![Volunteer Ministers Recognized for Their Unconditional Help](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9f/89/8d808fa0d7510a856bd5aae99199.jpg)
A ceremony at the Fort Harrison religious retreat in downtown Clearwater, Florida, honored Scientology Volunteer Ministers who provided relief to communities laid waste by this year's devastating hurricanes.
![Thousands March in Denver for Peace and Unity on Martin Luther King Day](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/a4/66/c580ebb93eb047849f262cd3bb5e.jpg)
The Denver chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation supports Rev. Leon Kelly's work to keep kids off the streets and out of gangs.
![Volunteer Helps Indonesia Cope With Disaster](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/7c/ee/0f19d456b2e7dad74ead2c03d03c.jpg)
A volunteer from Pakistan is training university students and emergency personnel in Jakarta on techniques to help Indonesians recover from recent disasters.
![Cleanup and BBQ Bring the Community Together](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/fe/61/1b86c5bbf3f54b31dc99c37a90bc.jpg)
Clearwater Scientology Volunteer Ministers and volunteers from the Martin Luther King Jr., Center join forces to spruce up the neighborhood.
![Celebrating Drug-Free Holidays for 30 Years](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/09/a7/2161329bab10f8c3c0bb19a96e2f.jpg)
Toronto drug prevention Christmas festival helps youth make the firm decision to grow up drug-free.
![Volunteers Spread Calm in the Face of French Riots](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/38/fd/b31445184a06dedc5474408b5f4c.jpg)
"The Way to Happiness: A Common Sense Guide to Better Living" provides an alternative to the violence engulfing Paris.
![MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST Gets in the Holiday Spirit With Pam Ryan-Anderson](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/1a/48/6a89e26e737c53a51b736250be5a.jpg)
MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST features Christmas festival planner Pam Ryan-Anderson, premiering Dec. 18, 2018
![Inside Scientology Goes Aboard the Freewinds—the Church of Scientology Religious Retreat and Humanitarian Ship](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/0b/92/4bc51d79f29fa50eed95d8176a34.jpg)
Inside Scientology: Freewinds airs December 10, 2018, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Scientology Network.
![Diversity Stars in Multicultural Destination: Scientology, Harlem](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/4a/a5/04a7112224898016241241279f4c.jpg)
Just blocks from the historic Apollo Theater stands the Church of Scientology and Community Center of Harlem
![Seeking to Better the Lives of Women and Children](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/80/dd/b54bd948f6d79c2ef7ef6183ea93.jpg)
A nonprofit in Kenya adopts the humanitarian programs supported by the Church of Scientology to help it accomplish its philanthropic mission.
![Bringing Happiness to the Roof of the World](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9c/1c/2ca8d6648d0f7419a82facec6751.jpg)
The Way to Happiness Foundation of India is thanked for its 'priceless contribution toward a better society.' To appreciate its value, watch The Way to Happiness book on film on the Scientology Network.
![Firsthand Account From a Scientologist Responding to the California 'Camp' Fire](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/2b/c9/280fbfec75e976ce58e5a09cb50f.jpg)
The Church of Scientology Mission of Chico has set up its yellow Volunteer Ministers tent and VMs are sorting and distributing donated items and helping people cope.
![VOICES FOR HUMANITY Takes on India's Drug Culture With Vasu Yajnik-Setia](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/50/10/12ead6c717da8caccf5c4635629e.jpg)
Vasu Yajnik-Setia spearheads a movement to combat the country-wide culture of drug use.
![Voices for Humanity Joins Jorge De Tagle in Fighting Drugs and Crime in the Philippines](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/d3/83/f3d4c614ff2d7a46f0fc241189b3.jpg)
Changing the hearts and minds of millions across the Philippines
![St. Louis Bids Adieu to the Volunteer Ministers Cavalcade](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/d6/75/3fbf212f51502308d497b5a92150.jpg)
The Scientology Volunteer Ministers Western U.S Cavalcade bringing help to more than a 1,000 St. Louis residents.
![Introducing Stockholm to the Unconditional Help of the Scientology Volunteer Minister](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/97/fd/ca747f36b712604e42c118a609d8.jpg)
European Continental Volunteer Minister Cavalcade sets up its bright yellow pavilion on Medborgarplatsen Square following its tradition of reaching out with one-on-one help to people across Europe.
![Scientology Volunteer Ministers Reach Out With Practical Help](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/1a/c0/27052a90ba9aa0452b406c446ab9.jpg)
Scientology Volunteer Ministers Canadian Continental Cavalcade travels through Ontario.
![Respond, Recover & Renew on 9/11 Remembrance Day](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/33/40/d46ba21635cb315460bb2f463f89.jpg)
The Nashville Church of Scientology held a Remembrance Day event in observance of September 11 which led to a conversation around disaster recovery and a day of community service.
![Batting 1,000 in a Post-Game Cleanup in Denver](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ab/9f/807b48b57666192851e34a686776.jpg)
Scientology Volunteer Ministers take on keeping the streets and back alleys of Ballpark Neighborhood clean.
![Boosting Personal Values and Happiness Through Art](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/a9/47/923e43268755806e7fe2369d9cf1.jpg)
Taking action to raise increase the happiness of the people of Hungary
![Marking 9/11 With Unconditional Help](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/8e/0a/4fd43926b2f917b2e9083eb64ec2.jpg)
An act of terrorism and hate of a magnitude never previously conceived, 9/11 inspired a movement that brings unconditional help across the globe.
![Helping Prepare Mexico City for Future Disasters](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/f3/8e/acebe159017d37ca12b23ed6c9db.jpg)
In the year since last September's devastating Mexico earthquake, Scientology Volunteer Ministers have been making the country safer through a disaster preparedness program.
![Is There an Effective Way to Educate Youth About Drugs?](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/f0/89/e464846aee790a762b35b3a6d8f6.jpg)
In the midst of rising drug-related violence in the city, community leaders are training as drug education specialists at the Church of Scientology London.
![Nashville Church of Scientology Honors Volunteers on World Humanitarian Day](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/77/a3/1ae9fce070f0d7632356ab24f472.jpg)
World Humanitarian Day open house at the Nashville Church of Scientology acknowledges volunteers and inspires others to take action, exemplifying the spirit of the day.
![Scientology Volunteers Continue to Serve at NorCal Fire Sites](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/85/14/5f03ea5750ce84d8dc2731c83c25.jpg)
Teams of volunteers from Washington State, Nevada, Utah and Los Angeles help local Scientologists provide relief to firefighters and others affected by the deadly Northern California fires.
![Volunteers Form the Backbone of the NorCal Relief Effort](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/3b/18/ead170bcf1969e3c27f943cd1912.jpg)
Volunteers from a broad spectrum of nonprofit and church organizations are working together to provide relief to those affected by the worst fire season in California history.
![Helping Those Who Lost Their Homes Search for Their Valuables](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/1c/1f/004b9c6941e4c09cd814f2be30e8.jpg)
A team of Scientology Volunteer Ministers has trained to help survivors of the Carr Fire search through their burnt-out homes for valuables they had to leave behind.
![Compassionate Help in the Aftermath of Greece Fires](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/ba/4b/54ace67fbfacbaefabb5c633fcf8.jpg)
Scientology Volunteers, on hand to aid since the July 23 conflagration that destroyed the town of Mati, Greece, continue to bring help and comfort to those in need.
![California Fires: Scientology Disaster Response on the Ground to Help](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/86/e3/726a73945471415e44b9fb387b70.jpg)
Helping evacuees and first responders cope with some of the deadliest conflagrations in California history