"Volunteers are smiles for children."

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The experience

Smile Givers Academy is an educational project under Mama Support Community Organization, dedicated to bringing hope and knowledge to vulnerable and orphaned children in Tanzania. Through fun, creative learning, and genuine care, we provide a safe space for kids to grow, learn, and smile.

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What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

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

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 15 Per day

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

Description: Accommodation, Food and Wi-Fi Per day

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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.

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.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

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

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Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

"Volunteers are smiles for children."
(Watu wa kujitolea ni tabasamu kwa watoto.)

Project Description:

We believe that every volunteer brings a spark of joy, and together we can light up the future of these young minds. Whether you're teaching basic English, playing educational games, helping with daily routines, or sharing your unique skills – your presence alone makes a difference.

> “Volunteers are smiles for children.” This is not just our slogan; it's our heart.


What We Offer Volunteers:

Accommodation

2 meals per day

Free Wi-Fi

Cultural exchange experiences

Chance to work closely with local kids and the community

Warm welcome from our team in Dar es Salaam


What You Can Help With:

Teaching basic English, numbers, and creative subjects

Assisting with class activities

Organizing play and art sessions

Helping with hygiene and meal times

Supporting local staff and sharing ideas