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"Volunteering to Care for Children in Difficult Situations"


The experience

Volunteering to Care for Children in Difficult Situations – Bring Hope & Joy!
Description:

Join us at Mama Support Community Organization in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children living in vulnerable conditions. Many of the children we support are orphans or come from very poor families. Through your time, skills, and heart, you can help create a loving and supportive environment for them to grow,


What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 15 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: This $15 will be divided twice, $10 is guest accommodation and $5 will help one child for orphans


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

As a volunteer, you will assist in our daycare center and community programs, offering care, attention, and creativity. Whether it's playing, teaching basic English, helping with meals, storytelling, singing, or simply being present — your role will bring joy and comfort.

We believe that every child deserves love, laughter, and a chance for a better future. Come be part of their journey!
What You'll Do:

Assist in caring for children aged 2–6 years

Support with basic teaching (numbers, letters, songs, colors)

Play games, read stories, draw, and do creative activities

Help during mealtime and hygiene routines

Bring your own ideas and talents to share with the kids

What You’ll Learn:

Deep cultural exchange and understanding of local Tanzanian life

Skills in early childhood development and community service

Emotional growth through service and compassion

Swahili language basics and African traditions

What We Offer:

Accommodation (shared room)

3 meals per day

Free Wi-Fi

A warm, family-like environment

Certificate of appreciation and recommendation letter (on request)

Weekend cultural activities or local excursions (optional)

Requirements:

Kind heart and open mind

Passion for children and learning

Willing to help in any way possible

English or Swahili communication (basic level is okay)

Minimum stay: 1 week (longer stays welcome!)