This is the 4302nd most frequent Portuguese word.
ajudam
They help.
The word 'ajudam' indicates that 'they' (third person plural) assist others in some task.
Eles ajudam os colegas com as tarefas.
They help their colleagues with the tasks.
Here, 'ajudam' conveys the recurring action of providing assistance, emphasized by 'sempre' (always).
Os voluntários sempre ajudam durante os eventos.
The volunteers always help during the events.
In this sentence, 'ajudam' signifies that the programs contribute positively towards improving education.