🌍 Hearts & Hands for Hope: Uplift Children in Rural Kenya
The experience
Step into the heart of rural Kenya and become part of a close-knit community making a difference in children’s lives. 💛
As a volunteer, you’ll support local children through fun, learning, and care—whether it’s teaching basic English or science, leading playful games, or simply being a positive role model. No teaching experience needed—just an open heart, a curious mind, and a willingness to connect.
Live simply, laugh often, and enjoy🤩
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Elderly Care:
Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Child Care:
Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
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.
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.
Tent:
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Discounts on Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Surf lessons:
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
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.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Fluent English or Fluent Swahili
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We are a community-based initiative in a peaceful Kenyan village, working to uplift children through education, creativity, and care.
As a volunteer, you’ll join our daily efforts—helping in the classroom, supporting after-school activities, and offering emotional support and guidance to local children.
You can:
Help teach basic English, math, or science 📚
Lead arts & crafts, music, storytelling, or outdoor games 🎨⚽
Assist with homework or school preparation
Support daily routines in the home and garden 🌱
Share your skills, culture, and positive energy ✨
You’ll be welcomed like family—sharing meals, stories, and traditions while living a simple, meaningful life surrounded by nature and kindness.
Activities & Shift
⏰ 4–5 hours/day, 5 days/week
Mornings: Classroom assistance or early childcare
Afternoons: Games, farming, creative learning, or community help
Evenings: Cultural exchange, relaxation, shared meals
We’re flexible and always consider your interests and energy levels.
Rules
We ask all volunteers to:
Be respectful, honest, and kind
Embrace cultural exchange with an open mind
Avoid alcohol or smoking near children đźš
Keep shared spaces clean and communicate openly
We value teamwork, empathy, and a positive attitude. In return, we treat you like one of our own—with warmth, safety, and unforgettable memories. 🫶