Macaw Recovery Network (MRN) is a Costa Rican nonprofit working to protect and recover wild macaw populations through conservation breeding, release programs, habitat conservation, and community engagement. Our breeding centre is located in Islita, a small coastal community beside Costa Rica’s tropical dry forest. Here, our team cares for rescued macaws and other parrots and supports their recovery and conservation. Volunteers contribute to the birds’ daily care by preparing food, feeding them, cleaning aviaries, and assisting with other activities at the centre. Their tasks vary according to the needs of the birds and the ongoing projects. Volunteering with us is also an opportunity to experience life in a rural Costa Rican community and learn about the care of parrots and the challenges of wildlife conservation. We welcome responsible, compassionate people who are eager to learn, work as part of a team, and contribute to our mission.
A Love Story That Inspired DAKTARI Ian and Michèle Merrifield officially opened DAKTARI Bush School in 2006, after years of dedication and hard work. They first met while Ian was working as a game ranger at Tshukudu Game Lodge and Michèle was volunteering there. While caring for injured zebras, wildebeest, and warthogs, they fell in love and shared a vision of protecting wildlife through education. DAKTARI’s mission is to educate and inspire local children to value their environment while supporting community development. Located in the South African bush near Kruger National Park, DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage is a local NGO founded in 2006. The organization provides environmental education programs where children stay at DAKTARI for five days to learn about wildlife conservation and their natural heritage. Children also help care for animals that cannot be released back into the wild, helping develop empathy, respect, and responsibility toward wildlife. Volunteers from around the world support the program by teaching lessons and helping guide children in animal care activities. In addition, DAKTARI runs an Outreach Program, including weekly ECO Clubs and Wildlife Crime Campaigns, to inspire positive attitudes toward environmental conservation within local communities.
We are a non-profit organization specializing in volunteer programs that support vulnerable communities such as orphans, abandoned children, children from low-income families, the elderly, homeless people, and people with disabilities. We are currently operating in Da Nang City, Vietnam. If you join our volunteer programs, you will have the opportunity to provide healthcare, education, and well-being support to around 500 disadvantaged individuals in Da Nang City. Our organization was founded in 2004 by Mr. Viet Dang, who is passionate about volunteer work and dedicated to helping vulnerable people. Since our establishment, we have welcomed more than 3,000 international volunteers from all over the world to participate in our programs. Together with these volunteers, we have been helping many disadvantaged people overcome difficulties in life and build a better future.
Blessed Children’s Hope Foundation (BCHF) was founded 14 years ago with a heartfelt commitment to uplifting disadvantaged children and families through compassionate support and sustainable solutions. Our mission is to improve lives by providing access to quality education, healthcare, clean water, nutritious food, recreational activities, and self-sufficiency programs that strengthen communities. Rooted in our core values-Ambassadors of Hope, spreading kindness and optimism; Responsiveness, acting quickly to urgent needs; Equal Opportunity, ensuring fair access to essential services; and Partnership in Development, embracing teamwork and community-led growth—we strive to create lasting, meaningful change. Our initiatives span education, agriculture, healthcare, and sports, while also promoting health awareness, offering family counseling, and equipping individuals with life skills for a brighter tomorrow.
Our Childcare and Teaching Program in Bali offers volunteers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on local communities while experiencing authentic Balinese culture. The program supports local kindergartens and community schools where resources are often limited and additional support is highly valued. Volunteers assist local teachers with basic English lessons, creative activities, games, arts and crafts, and general classroom support. The focus is not on formal teaching, but on creating a fun, engaging, and supportive learning environment for children. No teaching qualification is required—just enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine interest in working with children. Outside of volunteering hours, participants have plenty of free time to explore Bali, relax, or connect with fellow volunteers from around the world. Accommodation, daily support from our local team, and a welcoming community atmosphere are all included in the experience.
Founded in 2013, MRCI is a government-approved organization dedicated to environmental research, conservation, community development, medical assistance, and content creation in Madagascar. Our work spans marine, forest, and turtle conservation, as well as English teaching and infrastructure projects in remote villages. In partnership with international organizations, we support long-term monitoring and species-focused initiatives to protect Madagascar’s unique biodiversity, both on land and underwater. We provide a safe, inclusive environment for volunteers from around the world to create meaningful impact while fostering personal growth. Through sustainable research, conservation action, medical outreach, content development, and community engagement, we help improve local health and education. We also collaborate with other organizations to build a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future for Madagascar.
Our NGO empowers and inspires communities through holistic education. We provide English, IT, and life skills courses to disadvantaged youth in Cambodia while also developing soft skills such as self-confidence, leadership, citizenship, and social responsibility. Students are encouraged to apply their learning in real-life situations. To support our schools financially, we have established an administrative arm that manages three accommodation facilities in Kampot: a boutique hotel, a bungalow park, and a residence/guesthouse. Profits from these businesses directly fund our educational programs across the country. This partnership between our NGO and business group allows us to combine quality hospitality services with meaningful social impact. By volunteering with us, you contribute directly to improving access to quality education and skills training for underprivileged youth in Cambodia. Since 2000, we have reached more than 200,000 students through transformative education programs. We currently operate over 50 schools across Cambodia, Laos, Japan, and Timor-Leste, serving around 15,000 students daily. Our schools in Cambodia and our hospitality projects in Kampot are supported by a vibrant community of passionate volunteers who share a vision of creating positive change. Join us and help make a lasting impact.
RisingSun Volunteers is an NGO based in Teshie Nungua, a community in Accra. The founders of this NGO have been working with volunteer organisations for many years and reside all over the world, including Germany, Denmark, the UK, and of course, locally in Ghana. Having accumulated extensive experience through years of travel and collaboration with interns and volunteers, we bring valuable insights to the establishment of our own volunteer organisation. Our team is very friendly, and with our vast experience in welcoming volunteers to Ghana, you are assured of having the best time with us.
The children in the projects we work with require a great deal of care, attention, and most importantly, companionship. Volunteers can organize extra activities such as: - Recreational activities (yoga, sports, arts, and crafts) - Helping children with homework - Playing, dancing, painting, and singing with the children - Assisting with day-to-day tasks at the institution - Building the self-esteem and confidence of the children Children aged 1 to 5 years attend our program, where the main goal is to teach basic skills such as colors, language, music, and numbers, while helping them grow in a safe, clean, and supportive environment where they feel loved, cared for, and strong. There are about 50 children attending our program. Their families often come from low-income households or broken families. Some of the children are orphans and are cared for by relatives. Note: The project is available from March to November.
Gilys Children Foundation is a community-based organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children through education, childcare, and community development programs in Tanzania. Founded with the mission of creating a safe and supportive environment for children, the organization operates daycare and preschool programs that provide early childhood education, care, and daily support to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through the support of volunteers, donors, and community partners, Gilys Children Foundation works to improve the lives of children by promoting education, health, creativity, and personal development. The organization also aims to empower local communities through youth support, volunteering opportunities, and social impact initiatives. Volunteers joining our programs have the opportunity to make a real difference while experiencing Tanzanian culture and community life.
We are community members hosting international volunteers since 1988. We have welcomed volunteers from 32 countries and provide clean, comfortable accommodation and traditional Indian home-cooked organic meals. Volunteers have opportunities to interact with the local community, teach English to school students and children, and learn local and Hindi languages. They can also learn local crafts and arts, enjoy living close to nature with fresh air, and experience local customs and traditions. Participants may also join local fairs, cultural events, and Hindu religious celebrations, depending on the season and timing.
History & Mission: Simoonga Thandizani Trust School was founded in Simoonga Village with the vision of providing free, quality education to children whose families cannot afford school fees. Since its establishment, the school has grown to serve over 318 students from early childhood to primary level, supported by 29 dedicated staff members, many of whom volunteer their time to ensure every child has the opportunity to learn and thrive. The school emphasizes not only academic growth but also values such as community, resilience, and cultural pride. Volunteer Experience: At Simoonga Thandizani Trust School, volunteers become an integral part of the community. You can expect to support classroom activities, provide remedial education, assist in physical education, and engage in cultural exchange with students and village residents. Volunteers also help with creative projects, local community initiatives, and skill-sharing workshops. Every contribution directly impacts the children’s education and community development, creating a truly immersive and rewarding experience for those who join.
I'm Ruth, and I discovered the Maldives over 20 years ago while visiting as a scuba diver in search of manta rays and whale sharks. I was fortunate to form close friendships with Maldivian locals who welcomed me into their homes to share dinners, afternoon hedhika, coffee, and betel nuts. My love for the country led me to visit over 30 times before co-founding Secret Paradise in 2012. My experience of Maldivian hospitality shaped our community-based tours, designed to connect travelers with local families, businesses, and NGOs. I feel privileged to call the Maldives my home and deeply respect its people, culture, and fragile natural environment. The Maldives Whale Shark Research (MWSR) is a research-based conservation charity dedicated to studying whale sharks and supporting marine conservation in the Maldives and Indian Ocean. Since 2006, it has become the only long-term organization focused on whale shark research in the Maldives. Its mission is to advance scientific knowledge and support conservation policy through collaboration with local communities and stakeholders, helping protect marine biodiversity and the ecosystems that sustain livelihoods and culture. Secret Paradise Maldives is an award-winning, positive-impact tour company and certified Travelife Partner and Climate Literate business. Recognized for sustainability and responsible tourism, we create immersive travel experiences beyond traditional beach tourism. Whether you are a solo traveler, couple, family, or friends, we offer guided tours that immerse you in Maldivian culture, marine life, and local communities. Our experienced local guides accompany all tours and are trained in first aid, snorkeling safety, and lifeguarding, ensuring safe and meaningful travel. Our guests travel responsibly, engaging deeply with the destination while treading lightly on the environment and contributing positively to local communities.
Relief and Development Support Organization (RDSO) is a national non-governmental organization (NNGO) recognized by RGB under No. 000356/RGB/NGO/LP/04/2026. It operates in the Eastern Province, Kayonza District, Mukarange Sector, and can scale up its activities to any other district. Its mission is to empower vulnerable youth, women, and poor families to achieve improved and decent livelihoods. Since its inception in August 2022, RDSO has been involved in paying medical insurance fees for the most vulnerable people, providing support to people facing human security challenges, constructing gardens for teenage mothers and villagers, purchasing sports equipment for schools, providing school feeding for underprivileged students along with scholastic materials, distributing goats to those in need, offering training to youth, students, and teachers on financial and digital literacy, and providing emergency funds where needed.
Fountain of Grace is a community-based organization in Kenya dedicated to empowering children and young people through education, mentorship, and cultural exchange. Our heart is to create a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment where both local children and international volunteers can learn, grow, and thrive together. We believe in the power of cultural exchange. We welcome volunteers from all over the world to share their skills, stories, and cultures while also experiencing authentic Kenyan life.
Volunteer Action for Change Kenya (VACK) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded by young Kenyans in 2015 to promote resilient and sustainable communities across the country. We address key socioeconomic challenges through grassroots action in education, health, leadership training, entrepreneurship, ICT development, and sustainable agriculture. We work to unlock the potential of young people, women, and marginalized communities, helping them become active, confident citizens capable of shaping their own futures. Our focus is especially on rural and disadvantaged groups, supporting skills development, employability, and community empowerment. VACK operates through partnerships with civil society, institutions, and organizations in Kenya and internationally. Our work is guided by voluntarism, intercultural exchange, and development cooperation, ensuring continuous innovation and impact. Mission: To improve and promote the well-being and development of communities through volunteer action. Vision: Volunteer action for sustainable development. Goals: Improve skills of youth and women, promote meaningful volunteering, encourage active citizenship, mobilize resources for community initiatives, and support social entrepreneurship and sustainable development. Strategic Objective: To empower communities to actively participate in society and civic action, enabling them to uphold their rights and contribute to development and policy processes.
The Women's Refuge, established in 1959, provides a safe, temporary home for women and children affected by domestic violence, abuse, and social stigma. Its mission is to support survivors through physical, emotional, and spiritual healing, regardless of race or religion. Due to the sensitive nature of the project and the experiences of the residents, this is a women-for-women program, and only female volunteers are eligible to participate. Residents can stay for up to three months and receive accommodation, meals, clothing, counseling, legal and medical support, childcare, and educational assistance for their children. A key focus of the project is empowering women to regain their independence. Residents have the opportunity to participate in skills training programs such as sewing, beadwork, crafts, computer literacy, and job-readiness preparation, helping them build confidence and prepare for future employment. Volunteers play an important role in supporting the daily activities of the refuge and work alongside social workers to respond to the individual needs of each woman and her children. Founded in 2009, Good Hope Volunteers offers volunteers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in disadvantaged communities and wildlife conservation projects while enjoying a life-changing experience. The organization partners with local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives that rely on volunteer support. Acting as a bridge between volunteers and local projects, Good Hope Volunteers helps organizations access the volunteers, funding, and resources they need to continue serving their communities. Good Hope Volunteers is committed to providing high-quality, meaningful volunteer experiences that benefit both participants and the communities or conservation projects they support. The organization is guided by the following values: - Openness and transparency - Inclusivity and equality - Respect and tolerance - Sustainable community development - Environmental conservation - Positive social and environmental change
Sambhali Trust is an independent community-based non-profit working to create greater opportunities for vulnerable communities in Rajasthan, India, through training, education, health support, and livelihood initiatives. Founded by Govind Singh Rathore in Jodhpur in 2007, Sambhali grew from a local response to the inequalities experienced by women and children in the surrounding community. Sambhali has grown into a wider network of programmes supporting women, girls, children and other marginalized people across Rajasthan. Our work is grounded in the belief that effective change stems from people having the knowledge, confidence, skills and support to shape their own future. We go beyond short-term solutions by working alongside communities to strengthen education, livelihoods, safety, and social inclusion. Sambhali projects operate primarily across Jodhpur, Setrawa and Jaisalmer.
Liseli Initiative is a community-based NGO in Livingstone, Zambia, working to empower marginalized children, youth, women, and families to build safer, healthier, and self-sustaining communities. “Liseli” means “Light” in Lozi, reflecting our belief that everyone can bring hope and positive change. Our work focuses on education, youth development, gender equality, women’s empowerment, health, water and sanitation, and livelihoods. Volunteers contribute their skills and ideas while gaining meaningful experience in Zambian culture and grassroots development. We believe lasting change happens with communities, not for communities.
Ubunye Educare Centre (Ubunye) is an Integrated Early Childhood Development (ECD) programme based in Dunoon Township, Cape Town. Our Story & History: Ubunye began operating in 2007 as a community response to the lack of quality early learning opportunities in Dunoon. What started as a small initiative to provide safe, structured care for young children has grown into a dedicated centre serving the township’s youngest learners. Over the years, we have become a trusted space in Dunoon where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. Our Mission: Our purpose is to provide quality Grade R early childhood education, routine pediatric health check-ups, and nutritional support for 120 children aged 5–6 years from Dunoon Township enrolled in our care. We believe every child deserves a strong start in life, regardless of their family’s income or circumstances. What We Do: At Ubunye, learning happens through play, guided activities, and structured daily routines. Alongside our Grade R programme, we provide nutritious meals and snacks and coordinate regular health check-ups to identify and address early health concerns. Our educators work closely with each child to support their cognitive, social, and emotional development, preparing them for a confident transition into primary school. We are a small, community-rooted team committed to creating a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and build brighter futures—one child at a time.