“Investing in the well-being of those who help others isn’t just necessary—it’s essential for ensuring the long-term impact and effectiveness of non-profit organisations working with patients.” Non-profit employees and volunteers working in the healthcare sector play a vital role in supporting chronically ill and disabled people. However, many face overwhelming workloads, emotional strain, and resource shortages, putting them at high risk of burnout. When these dedicated individuals reach their limits, the entire system suffers—impacting the quality of care and support available to those who need it most. The HELPING HELPERS project was designed in response to these challenges. It aimed to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of youth workers and volunteers—many of whom are patients or caregivers themselves. While this perspective brings unique strengths, it can also increase emotional vulnerability and reduce access to traditional mobility opportunities. The project’s core objective was to organise an 8-day Erasmus+ training course in rural Portugal, bringing together youth workers from healthcare-related non-profit organisations across Europe. The training focused on three main pillars: • Equipping participants with evidence-based stress management and communication tools, through the Williams LifeSkills training; • Providing space for self-reflection, through creative and experiential workshops; • Facilitating peer support and meaningful connection, to reduce isolation and build a community of practice. A secondary objective was to foster European-level cooperation among participating organisations and lay the groundwork for future strategic partnerships and initiatives. A co-created recommendations document called “Burnout prevention in the healthcare non-profit sector” with recommendations addressing volunteers, non-profit organization employees, leaders, policy makers and society, was developed during the project and serves as a practical and transferable output to advocate for healthier work environments in the sector. Inclusion and accessibility were prioritised throughout the project design and delivery, acknowledging the unique needs of participants due to health, caregiving responsibilities or chronic conditions.