Corfu Donkey Rescue offers a wonderful volunteer program where people can actually make a positive impact by helping animals in need.
By: Heather Newgen | Twitter: @hnvoluntourist
If you haven’t been to the beautiful Greek island of Corfu, you must add it to your list of places to see. Not only does it offer a perfect holiday getaway with its fab beaches, good food and relaxed vibes, but you have the chance to give back in a unique way–helping donkeys at the Corfu Donkey Rescue.
Heather Newgen volunteering at the Corfu Donkey Rescue
The Corfu Donkey Rescue takes in injured and abandoned donkeys who were abused, mistreated or just no longer wanted, which is a huge problem in Greece. Owners will work their donkeys, making them carry tourists and their luggage up hundreds of winding stairs multiple times a day in horrible conditions. Sadly, when they’re no longer able to work and make them money, they leave them somewhere to die alone.
When Judy Quinn, founder of Corfu Donkey Rescue, heard about the situation she moved from England to the island to start the sanctuary. It hasn’t been easy, but with the help of volunteers and donations, she’s been able to create a loving home for the animals where they live out their retirement in a happy, peaceful home.
I spent a day talking with Judy, meeting the adorable donkeys and volunteering, which was hard but rewarding work.
This was one of my favorite volunteering trips and to help encourage others to give back at the Corfu Donkey Rescue, I documented my experience on camera so you can see what it would be like to volunteer here.
If you’re unable to donate two weeks of your time, which is required, no problem. You can visit for free and meet the donkeys.
I hope you’ll be inspired to at least visit the Corfu Donkey Rescue. It’s a wonderful organization.
Produced by: Heather Newgen
Videographer: Angela Dawson