Trench candles (also known as tin-can lights) are simple but effective sources of heat. Made from empty food cans, tightly rolled corrugated cardboard, and recycled candle wax, they burn reliably for several hours even in strong winds and deep sub-zero temperatures. They provide vital warmth, make it possible to heat meals or tea/coffee, and offer an essential source of light in places where, for example, the power supply has been destroyed by attacks. Useful even in summer. Here, for...

We are once again looking for clean, well-maintained clothing, shoes, and bedding. FOR NOW, PLEASE DONATE ONLY SUMMER CLOTHING! Thank you for your help!

There is a new, colorful eye-catcher on the streets of Sankt Augustin. As part of the project week "Wertes Europa – Europas Werte" (Values of Europe – Europe’s Values) at the Albert Einstein Gymnasium (AEG), a very special work of art was created through a collaboration between students, graffiti artist Markus Salgert, and our association Sankt Augustin and friends hilft e. V. A Sign for Europe and Local Support A total of 19 students from grades 9 to 12 swapped their classrooms for spray...