This is the 3372nd most frequent German word.
helfern
"Helfern" is not a standalone German word. It may be a misconjugation or plural form of "Helfer," which means "helpers" or "assistants" in English.
In this sentence, 'helfenden' functions as an adjective describing the hands of the volunteers, formed from the verb 'helfen' (to help).
Die helfenden Hände der Freiwilligen haben viel bewirkt.
The helping hands of the volunteers have made a big impact.
Here, 'Helfer' is used as a noun and refers to individuals who assist or help in a specific context.
Die Helfer in der Organisation arbeiten ehrenamtlich.
The helpers in the organization work voluntarily.
In this example, 'Helfern' is used in the dative plural form as the indirect object to express gratitude towards those who provide help.