Talkoots
Talkoots are a Finnish tradition of voluntary communal labor in which people come together to complete a project for the common good without pay. A talkoot may involve building, repairing, maintaining, or preparing facilities or events—such as a village hall, a school, a yard, or a festival site. Participation is voluntary and informal; organizers provide leadership, while participants contribute their time and labor. Food and drink are commonly provided and act as social glue.
Historically, talkoots developed from village life when communities relied on mutual aid to sustain shared resources.
Organization typically involves a host or committee announcing a date and plan, with a list of tasks
The concept of the "talkoo spirit" describes the wider cultural expectation that communities help each other