New Advisory Center Opens in Hamburg to Continue Community Support

The nonprofit organization Bürger helfen Bürgern e.V. officially opened its new advisory center in Hamburg-Horn at Rhiemsweg 6, corner of Horner Weg, at the end of October 2026. This new facility replaces the group's former locations at "Residenz im Blohmspark" and "Beim Rauhen Hause," which had to cease operations because of ongoing construction work.

The long-standing location at Beim Rauhen Hause was demolished to expand the neighboring park, while the building at Residenz im Blohms Park is undergoing a partial demolition and reconstruction. Despite these changes, the association's leadership emphasized that their commitment to the community remains strong as they transition into the new space.

Over the years, the organization successfully implemented numerous community-oriented projects across its former sites, bringing together volunteers, refugees, tradespeople, job seekers, artists, and seniors. Programs ranged from community gardens and social days to the Mobile Citizen Service project, mentoring sessions, job cafes, and cultural initiatives.

"Letting everyone voluntarily bring their own skills and resources into the community in which they live, enabling everyone to participate in such a way that they can feel important and needed, should be a matter close to everyone's heart," said Bernd P. Holst, Chairman of the Board of Bürger helfen Bürgern e.V. Hamburg.

Holst noted that while the team is looking forward to continuing its public-interest work for local residents, financial challenges persist. The organization relies on funding and support to keep its programs running and to protect staff members from job insecurity amid tightening resources.

The new advisory facility has received backing and funding from the Hamburg Donation Parliament, Aktion Mensch, and the Hamburg-Mitte district office. Holst expressed gratitude for the assistance, while highlighting the ongoing need for consistent and stable financial support to ensure long-term project planning.

The newly opened center will continue to offer assistance and self-help guidance, welcoming corporate partners for social days, volunteers, and individuals seeking cooperation projects. The organization provides services in multiple languages, including German, Hebrew, English, Ukrainian, Russian, Arabic, and Farsi, maintaining its dedication to an inclusive and accessible community.