Music. Art. Generations together.
A Fling Called
Swing
International volunteering that brings generations together through music, art, and shared experiences.
An international volunteering project
with the European Solidarity Corps
A shared rhythm.
A stronger community.
Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being of older adults and empower young people through intergenerational community art experiences.
In the aftermath of the pandemic, marked by isolation and limited human contact, A Fling Called Swing brings people together through creative collaboration, from music to visual arts.
About us
Explore the project
What we do
Concerts, dance, murals, theatre, gardens, and photography.
Learn more 02Volunteer profile
Who can join and what volunteers experience during the project.
Learn more 03Collaborators
The local and European network that makes AFCS possible.
Learn more 04Testimonials
Stories from the people who bring the project to life.
Learn moreMain Activities
Swing & Lindy Hop Concerts
Live music and dance events in elderly care centres to spark joy and intergenerational connection.
Collaborative Murals
Seniors and youth paint murals together to beautify spaces and leave a lasting collective mark.
Art & Theatre Workshops
Activities that stimulate imagination, memory, and social bonding through creative expression.
Community Gardens
Hands-on gardening that fosters teamwork, ecology, and therapeutic interaction across generations.
Photography Projects
Volunteers document experiences to create emotional visual narratives and exhibitions.
Elderly Home Outreach
Intimate concerts and interactions in care homes, bringing joy and connection to older adults.
Cultural Exchange Nights
Evenings of games, music, and country presentations to strengthen intercultural bonds.
Final Public Concert
A public celebration of the project's impact through a joyful swing performance.
Our impact
- Activities in elderly centres
- 40+
- International youth volunteers
- 20+
- Municipalities involved
- 8+
- Older adults directly benefited
- 600+
Voices from
the project
Meet the participants and discover their experience of A Fling Called Swing.
I felt the joy of dancing again, just like when I was young. It was exciting.
The visit from the young people in this project was wonderful. They brought live music performances to our residents, stimulating their senses. It is rare for them to hear real instruments from a live band, but thanks to this initiative, they could enjoy that. It has been a unique and joyful experience for everyone - full of entertainment, movement, and emotional stimulation.
I gained new skills, friendships and a fresh perspective on volunteering.
A Fling Called Swing was carried out in collaboration with
Join our community!
We're looking for young people eager to learn, share, and create. If you're between 18 and 30 years old, and passionate about art and social action, this might be for you!
- Resident of an EU member country
- Available for 2–3 weeks
- Commitment, empathy, and a creative spirit