More than 2 thousand volunteers will help pensioners at agricultural fairs

More than 2,000 BRSM volunteers are ready to help the elderly at agricultural fairs. On September 29, the head of the department for work with school youth of the Central Committee of the BRSM Anastasia Baritko told reporters, the correspondent of the Minsk-Novosti agency reports.

In 2026, the republican youth marathon “Dobro.Bel” was organized. For seven months, volunteers perform thematic tasks. So, in October, two actions are planned: “Good to the Elders” and “Good Fair”.

During the month during the action “Good to the Elders”, dedicated to the Day of the Elderly, volunteer groups will organize events for pensioners: concerts, master classes, outdoor walks. Young people will also help in the improvement and cleaning of social institutions.

On weekends, volunteers in branded vests will be on duty at agricultural fairs across the country. Their main task is to help the elderly carry heavy bags of vegetables, choose quality products or simply name the price if the person does not see well.

- Only at the Fair of Good, more than 2,000 volunteers are ready to provide assistance, Baritko said. All completed tasks of the marathon are recorded in the module of the BRSM smart ticket. Participants upload photo reports and earn “good points” that can be exchanged for valuable prizes and gifts.

She also said that for the convenience of residents of the republic there is a single call center by phone: +375 (17) 311-89-89. Operators will tell you the dates and places of fairs, as well as points where you can get help from volunteers. You can ask for help daily from 14:00 to 18:00.