Who We Are
A Fling Called Swing (AFCS) is born from the legacy of Donkey Caravan, a traveling art project that brought music, color, and smiles to rural towns and European cities from 2010 to 2019. What began as mural art evolved into a powerful platform for connection, joy, and community spirit.
In response to the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, DeAmicitia — a Spanish NGO with over 25 years of experience — created AFCS as a vibrant intergenerational initiative combining swing music, Lindy Hop, and collaborative arts to bring joy to elderly people and meaningful experiences to young volunteers.
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Each edition partners with municipalities, hospitals, care centers, and European organizations to promote emotional wellbeing through artistic volunteering. From murals to concerts and dance workshops, AFCS fosters real, human encounters across generations and borders.
Behind the scenes is a diverse team of coordinators, artists, technicians, volunteers, and healthcare professionals working together to make every interaction meaningful. Our strength lies in a solid collaborative network that includes local governments like Altea, Denia, l'Alfàs del Pi, clinics such as IMED Levante, and international partners like YAP Italy.
Collaborative Network
The strength of this project lies in its local and international partnerships:
- Municipalities such as Altea, Denia and l'Alfàs del Pi
- Hospitals and healthcare centres like IMED Levante
- European partner organisations such as YAP Italy and other European Solidarity Corps members
Donkey Caravan – touring with art and music (2010–2019)
