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fida – hope in action

Faith, development, and sustainability – this is how we shape the world. Fida gives used goods a new purpose and brings hope to people worldwide. We are one of Finland’s largest development and mission organisations. Join us to continue a good story!

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Change lives – donate

Fida aims to bring hope and a better future to all, especially to children living in poverty. We also do relief work in crisis areas and respond to natural disasters. Your donation will change the lives of children and their mothers!

Students write to their notebooks in Myanmar.

Donate your goods to a cause

Fida Secondhand Shops receive donated clothes and household goods all year long. You can either visit a Fida Shop near you, drop off your donation to a clothing collection box or order a free pick-up for your donation.

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News & Stories

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Ryhmäkuva HERO-hankkeen osallistujista.
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HERO Project Event in Valmiera Brings Together Roma Community Representatives from Latvia and Finland

The HERO project, implemented by Fida and Latvia’s Valmiera Development Agency, has entered a new phase. In June, a closing event held in Latvia brought together project participants, experts and partners from Finland and Latvia to celebrate the completion of the training programme.
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Jyrki Palmi Appointed Executive Director of Fida International

The Board of Fida International has appointed Master of Theology Jyrki Palmi as the new Executive Director of the mission and development organisation, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year. He will assume the position on 1 September 2026, succeeding Harri Hakola, who will retire at the end of the year after leading the organisation for nearly 17 years.
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Oppilas istuu pulpetin ääressä, edessään pöydällä auki kirjoja.
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Significant Results in Development Cooperation: Self-Reliance Strengthens

People often say that aid goes to waste. However, the results from Bidibidi, Uganda tell a different story: in four years, thousands of people have gained education, livelihoods, and renewed hope. Dependence on external aid has decreased significantly.

Shop for a Better World

Fida Secondhand Shops is a Finnish chain of charity second hand stores. With 22 Fida Shops and an outlet, it is among the largest second hand chains in Finland.

By buying second-hand items and donating clothes and goods to Fida, you become part of a larger story. The profit from Fida Secondhand Shops goes to Fida International, an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people around the world.

Fida secondhand asiakas ostaa second hand tuotteita