Oru Külaarendamise Selts

We are a community-based non-profit that mobilizes residents, supports local projects, and promotes environmental and cultural initiatives to strengthen village life across Kose, Estonia.

Our Mission

We empower the villages of Kose to shape a resilient, welcoming, and sustainable rural life. By mobilizing residents, building local leadership, and turning ideas into well-run projects, we strengthen social ties, steward the environment, and protect access to essential community services. Through training and partnerships, we convert community initiative into lasting, positive impact for people of all ages.

A group of local volunteers planting trees in a lush green area of Oru village on a sunny day.
A group of local volunteers planting trees in a lush green area of Oru village on a sunny day.

150+

15

Trusted Locally

Since 2000

Our Services

Working together to nurture Oru’s community and environment.

Volunteers planting trees along a village path in Oru on a sunny day.
Volunteers planting trees along a village path in Oru on a sunny day.
A lively community gathering at the local cultural center celebrating traditional Estonian crafts.
A lively community gathering at the local cultural center celebrating traditional Estonian crafts.
Community

Organizing events and projects that bring residents together to strengthen bonds.

Environment

Protecting Oru’s natural beauty through clean-ups and sustainable practices.

Our Village

Snapshots of Oru’s community life and nature.

Volunteers planting trees along a village path on a sunny day.
Volunteers planting trees along a village path on a sunny day.
Children playing traditional games during a local festival in Oru.
Children playing traditional games during a local festival in Oru.
A peaceful view of Oru’s green fields and forested hills at dawn.
A peaceful view of Oru’s green fields and forested hills at dawn.
Community members gathered around a bonfire sharing stories in the evening.
Community members gathered around a bonfire sharing stories in the evening.
Volunteers cleaning up a stream running through the village.
Volunteers cleaning up a stream running through the village.
A close-up of wildflowers blooming beside a rustic wooden fence.
A close-up of wildflowers blooming beside a rustic wooden fence.

Get in Touch

We’re here to listen and help with any questions or ideas you have.