Raksha Foundation is a Bengaluru-based non-profit organisation established in 2019, working to empower underserved communities through education, skill development, employment, and social development. At our Magadi Road centre, we conduct skill development and employability programmes, particularly for women and youth. Our work includes practical training, career guidance, employment support, digital learning, livelihood development, child well-being, health and hygiene, nutrition, environmental awareness, human rights, and community development. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to learn, grow, and build a better future. Volunteers play an important role by contributing their time, skills, ideas, and participation to strengthen our community programmes and create meaningful, sustainable change.
Deep Griha Society is a community development organisation working with underserved communities in and around Pune, Maharashtra, India, for over six decades. Our work focuses on education, empowerment, healthcare, and sustainable development, supporting children, families, women, senior citizens, and other community members. Volunteers can work directly with our grassroots programmes, contributing to education, child development, community engagement, digital skills, communications, livelihoods, and other activities based on their interests and skills. At Deep Griha, volunteering is a two-way experience where you can share your knowledge, learn about grassroots development, and contribute to practical, community-led solutions.
Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary (KSES) is a non-profit foundation working alongside Karen communities in Northern Thailand to support elephant welfare, sustainable livelihoods and the protection of the forests they depend on. Our elephants live in the forest, where they are able to move, forage, socialise and rest according to their own rhythms. Our approach prioritises autonomy, space and natural behaviour. Visitors do not touch, feed, bathe or ride the elephants. Instead, they hike through the forest and observe them from a respectful distance, learning to appreciate elephants as individuals with their own needs, relationships and behaviours. Alongside our elephant welfare work, we contribute to behavioural research, community initiatives, environmental projects and education. We work closely with the local Karen community, recognising and valuing the knowledge, experience and long-standing relationships that exist within the community. Our work is based on collaboration, with initiatives developed alongside the people who live and work here. KSES is a small organisation, and collaboration is at the heart of what we do. Our visitors, interns, mahouts, community members, researchers and partner organisations all contribute to the work we share: supporting elephant welfare, community life and the forest environment in ways that are respectful of the people and place at the heart of KSES.
Tumaini Hands Mission (THM) is a community-based nonprofit founded in Eldoret, Kenya, with a simple belief: hope can transform communities when put into action. Founded in 2017 by local leaders and health workers, THM supports vulnerable children and families affected by poverty, school dropout, and limited access to healthcare. Today, we work across schools, health centres, and villages in Eldoret, Bungoma, and Trans Nzoia. Our programmes focus on education, healthcare, and community service, including early childhood learning, school mentorship, tutoring, health awareness, hygiene and nutrition outreach, and women and youth empowerment. As a grassroots, volunteer-led organization, we believe in living with the community, learning from the community, and serving where help is needed most. This is not just a visit—it is an opportunity to contribute to real community impact.
Shree Guru Jambeshwar Sewa Sansthan (SGJSS) is a registered non-profit society founded in 2007 and based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. For over 18 years, we have worked with smallholder and marginal farming families in the villages of Bikaner and Bharatpur. Inspired by the Bishnoi tradition, which emphasizes protecting trees, wildlife, and water, our work focuses on practical, community-led development. Our programmes cover sustainable agriculture and rural livelihoods, environmental conservation, women’s empowerment, rural health, and digital literacy. Volunteers work directly with our field team and community members, supporting activities based on local needs and seasonal priorities. Through hands-on participation, volunteers can gain meaningful experience while contributing to sustainable development in rural Rajasthan.
Gaia Ashram is a tropical permaculture farm and learning centre in North-Eastern Thailand, set on 6 hectares of land developed using deep ecology, permaculture, and ecovillage design principles. We believe all living beings are part of one interconnected family and that every being has a role in sustaining the web of life. Gaia Ashram aims to be a place where people can live more holistically, learn from nature, and experience the interconnectedness of all life while practicing sustainable ways of living.
Shree Swaminarayan International School, Tajpur is an international school committed to combining academic excellence with the overall development of students. We provide a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to think creatively, develop responsibility, and reach their full potential. With modern infrastructure, well-equipped classrooms, experienced teachers, and a value-based approach to education, the school focuses on intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development. Alongside academics, students participate in sports, cultural activities, leadership development, life-skills programmes, and character building. Inspired by the ideals of the Lord Shree Swaminarayan tradition, we promote discipline, integrity, compassion, respect, and a lifelong love of learning. We also welcome international volunteers, educators, and professionals to contribute through teaching, guest lectures, workshops, mentorship, and cultural exchange, giving students opportunities to learn from different experiences and perspectives while developing as confident global citizens.
SustainMe is a Ugandan nonprofit organization working at grassroots level with vulnerable women, girls, children, and families to address poverty, inequality, and vulnerability through economic empowerment, education, women’s rights, health and nutrition, literacy, and disability support. We empower women through business and vocational skills, financial literacy, village banking, and seed grants, while promoting women’s rights and awareness of gender-based violence. We also support vulnerable children and families through education, literacy, health and nutrition programmes, including our community library and Reading on Wheels initiatives. SustainMe supports children and women living with disabilities through safe spaces, psychosocial support, nutrition assistance, referrals, and community awareness. Founded in 2013 by Samuel Wanyagira with just $113 in personal savings, SustainMe began by supporting five women with small business capital and has since grown to impact more than 20,000 lives. We welcome volunteers who want to share their skills and experience, learn from Ugandan communities, and contribute to meaningful grassroots development.
Eick Memorial Foundation for Education and Rehabilitation for Disabled is a community-based organization supporting children and young people with disabilities through education, rehabilitation, care, and inclusion. We help children develop their abilities, build confidence, and participate more fully in their families and communities. Our goal is to create better opportunities and improve the quality of life for children with disabilities and their families.
Paris High School Uganda is a young secondary school located in Eastern Uganda, near Jinja City, established to provide quality education and create opportunities for young people, particularly students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our mission is to nurture academic excellence, Christian values, practical skills, confidence, responsibility, and lifelong learning while helping every student reach their full potential. We believe education goes beyond the classroom. Alongside academic subjects, students participate in sports, agriculture, creative activities, and other school programmes. We welcome international volunteers who can support students through teaching, conversation practice, educational activities, sports, arts, agriculture, and other areas based on their skills and interests. Volunteering with us also provides an opportunity to experience Ugandan culture, education, and community life while taking part in meaningful cultural exchange. As we continue developing the school and working toward greater self-sufficiency through education and agriculture, volunteers become part of our journey to create better opportunities for young people. We welcome kind, responsible, and enthusiastic volunteers who are ready to serve, learn, share their experiences, and make a positive difference in our school community.
Kenya Voluntary Development Association (KVDA) is an indigenous, non-political, non-sectarian, and non-profit organization established in 1962 as a workcamp organization and registered as an NGO in 1993. For over six decades, KVDA has promoted voluntarism and community-led development, working with local communities and international partners to improve quality of life and create sustainable change. KVDA provides opportunities through workcamps, international and long-term volunteer placements, educational tours, community empowerment, enterprise development training, Kiswahili language teaching, intercultural education, and Erasmus+ programmes. Our work is guided by transparency, accountability, community ownership, experiential learning, continuous research, and regular project follow-up. We aim to create opportunities for young people, mobilize communities, raise awareness of development issues, promote global peace and friendship, and support grassroots development. With a 62-year history of developing against dependence, KVDA continues to build trust, cultural understanding, and lasting friendships with volunteers, communities, and partner organizations around the world.
Sharklife is a South African non-profit marine conservation organisation established in 2005, dedicated to protecting and understanding marine environments through research, education, conservation initiatives, and hands-on field training. Based at our marine field station in Sodwana Bay within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Sharklife operates in one of South Africa’s most biodiverse marine environments. We work alongside researchers, conservation partners, and local management teams to collect valuable data, develop practical conservation strategies, and inspire the next generation of marine scientists and conservationists. Our programmes give participants hands-on opportunities to develop practical marine biology and conservation skills while contributing directly to meaningful research and conservation efforts. At the heart of our work is a commitment to fostering empathy for marine life, addressing the disconnect between people and the ocean, and creating positive, lasting change through science, education, and action.
Association Companions for International Volunteering (ACVI Morocco) is a non-profit organization based in Ouarzazate, Morocco, promoting volunteering, intercultural exchange, solidarity, education, environmental awareness, and community development. We organize local and international projects including workcamps, educational activities for children, language teaching, cultural exchange, tree planting, environmental awareness, and the renovation and painting of schools and community facilities. Working closely with children and local communities, volunteers can participate in workshops covering languages, science, arts, environmental education, games, and creative activities, as well as initiatives that promote sustainable development and the protection of natural resources. Through these projects, international volunteers can make a meaningful contribution while discovering Moroccan culture, sharing experiences, and building friendships with people from different backgrounds. Our goal is to use volunteering as a tool for positive social impact, mutual understanding, active citizenship, and international cooperation.
Rancho Margot is an education-focused eco-lodge and regenerative community located off the grid in the mountains of Costa Rica. Since 2004, we have been working to restore biodiversity, live in harmony with nature, and develop sustainable and regenerative practices. Our vision is to grow as a model regenerative community that operates with ecological awareness while contributing positively to local communities and the planet. Over more than 20 years, Rancho Margot has continued to develop as a place where people can learn, connect with nature, and explore more sustainable ways of living. Yoga has always been an important part of the Rancho Margot experience. Our yoga platform provides a space for personal transformation, curiosity, mindfulness, and a deeper connection with the natural surroundings. This tradition remains at the heart of the transformative experience we offer our guests and community.
For over 30 years, the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society (SLWCS) has worked to protect Sri Lanka’s extraordinary wildlife and natural landscapes while helping people and wildlife thrive together. Our work is built on a simple belief: lasting conservation is only possible when local communities are part of the solution. Rather than focusing on wildlife in isolation, SLWCS places communities at the heart of its research and conservation efforts. We work to understand the challenges facing both people and wildlife, develop practical solutions to human-wildlife conflict, protect biodiversity, and create opportunities that benefit local communities. Our mission is to help communities balance ecosystem protection with economic development by pioneering innovative and sustainable solutions for wildlife conservation. Through research, education, community engagement, and field-based initiatives, we strive to create a future where people and wildlife can coexist. SLWCS programs provide tangible benefits to local communities, including employment opportunities and support for sustainable livelihoods. By involving local people directly in conservation, we encourage responsible stewardship of natural resources and strengthen the long-term sustainability of our work. Volunteers and conservation enthusiasts from around the world also play an important role. By participating in meaningful fieldwork, they directly support our research, conservation, and community initiatives while gaining an immersive understanding of wildlife conservation in action. Over three decades, our award-winning work has gained international recognition. Yet our greatest impact can be seen in the landscapes, wildlife, and communities we work alongside every day. Protecting wildlife. Empowering communities. Creating lasting coexistence.
Tri Hita Karana Bali is a small local NGO based in Ubud, Bali, working on a range of community and environmental projects. Our work includes community-based waste management, regenerative agriculture, home gardens and agroforestry, environmental education, English classes for local communities, educational tourism, appropriate technology, permaculture design, and heritage seed conservation. Our work is inspired by the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, which promotes harmony between people, nature, and spirituality. Through our projects, we aim to strengthen this connection and encourage more ecologically and economically sustainable practices across Bali.
The Hout Bay Children's Programmes support disadvantaged children through early childhood education, after-school care, and holistic development in one of Cape Town's underserved communities. The Educare Centre, established in 1999, provides childcare, nutritious meals, and preschool education for 300 children aged 1–6, preparing them for formal schooling in a safe and nurturing environment. The Primary After-School Programme supports 108 vulnerable children aged 6–13, offering homework assistance, literacy and numeracy support, life skills, counselling, arts, sports, and other enrichment activities in a safe space. Opened in 2024, the Learning Hub provides after-school care for 60 children aged 6–13, focusing on homework support, creative learning, outdoor play, themed educational activities, and mindfulness to encourage confidence, curiosity, and personal growth. The programme is supported by Good Hope Volunteers, a volunteer organisation founded in 2009 that connects international volunteers with trusted community and conservation projects across South Africa. Working alongside local nonprofit organisations, Good Hope Volunteers provides meaningful volunteering experiences that create lasting benefits for both volunteers and the communities they serve, while promoting inclusivity, transparency, sustainable development, environmental conservation, and positive social change.
Kids Saving the Rainforest (KSTR) is a nonprofit wildlife conservation organization based in Quepos, Costa Rica, dedicated to protecting the country's rich biodiversity. Founded in 1999, KSTR rescues, rehabilitates, and releases injured, sick, and orphaned wildlife through its rescue centre, while providing lifelong care for animals that cannot be returned to the wild. Beyond wildlife rescue, KSTR works to protect Costa Rica's ecosystems through environmental education, reforestation, and wildlife bridge projects, helping reduce the threats facing native wildlife and promoting long-term conservation.
We are a volunteer-based, non-profit organisation dedicated to creating positive change in communities across Vietnam. Working closely with local partners, we support vulnerable children and adults through education, care, and community engagement, believing that small actions can make a lasting impact. Our Mission We empower children, young adults, and people with disabilities through education, inclusive activities, and emotional support while promoting environmental awareness and sustainable community development. By fostering compassion, understanding, and shared experiences, we help build stronger, more inclusive communities. Our Programmes We offer meaningful volunteer programmes in Hanoi and nearby areas, along with community-based charity tours. Volunteers can teach foreign languages, organise educational and creative activities, support people with disabilities, and participate in environmental initiatives. Every programme is designed to encourage cultural exchange, personal growth, and meaningful connections while making a positive impact on local communities.
Welcome to the captivating realm of Maya Universe, an extraordinary volunteer destination that has enchanted countless individuals seeking purpose and adventure. For over a decade, our sanctuary of empowerment has welcomed volunteers from diverse backgrounds, offering an unparalleled experience. Immerse yourself in the warmth of our community, where lifelong connections is forged amidst the vibrant tapestry of Nepali culture. Engage in evening reflections and discussions, igniting your passion and preparing for rewarding days of making a difference. Embark on exhilarating hikes, indulge in hilltop breakfasts with panoramic vistas, and relish local dinners that tantalize your taste buds, all while basking in the breathtaking beauty of Nepal. Our experienced coordinators and skilled managers provides unwavering support, ensuring your personal growth and comfort every step of the way. At the heart of Maya Universe lies our thriving school, a beacon of hope and transformation. Witness the tangible impact of your efforts as you empower the local community and become part of their journey toward grassroots development. Escape to Maya Universe, where purpose meets adventure, and where you'll find yourself embraced by a profound sense of fulfillment and unforgettable memories. Join us and embark on an extraordinary volunteering experience that will forever changes your life.