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Community Volunteer – Teach or Help Feed the Needy

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The experience

Teaching basic English and life skills to local children
Distributing food to people in need around the city

If you have a kind heart and enjoy helping others, this role is for you. It doesn’t require any special skills — just a warm smile, patience, and a willingness to give your time. , make it to 350 words in human verson.

What you offer

32 hours of help per week

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

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local 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$ Covers all the volunteer Expenses like Food & Stay and not only that in that money it helps to distribut food to local needed peoples in city

What you get

1 day off per week

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.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 70 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Are you someone who finds happiness in helping others? Do you enjoy spending time with children or simply wish to give back in a meaningful way while traveling? Then this opportunity might be exactly what you're looking for.

At Shiva Sadhana, we believe that small acts of kindness can create a big impact. We're based in the sacred city of Varanasi, where spirituality, culture, and human connection come together. As part of our community outreach, we run simple, heartfelt programs to help those in need — and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

One of the main things we do is teach basic English and life skills to local children who come from underprivileged backgrounds. These are beautiful, curious kids who are eager to learn but don’t always have access to proper schooling or resources. Even if you're not a professional teacher, your presence, time, and encouragement can mean the world to them. A few words, a fun game, or a creative lesson can open up their confidence and curiosity.

We also organize food distribution around the city for people in need — this includes the elderly, the homeless, and sometimes families going through difficult times. You'll join us as we prepare simple vegetarian meals and take them out into the streets of Varanasi, offering not just food, but care, dignity, and connection.

This volunteering role doesn’t require any special skills — all you need is a kind heart, a little patience, and the willingness to give your time. We promise you’ll get so much more in return — smiles, stories, and memories that stay with you for life.

Volunteers often say this experience is the most meaningful part of their journey in India. If you're someone who wants to do good, connect with people, and be part of something simple yet powerful,

Rules

No Alcohol or Drugs While Volunteering
Out of respect for the children and local community, we strictly do not allow drinking, smoking, or any kind of intoxication during working hours or while involved in community activities like teaching or food distribution.

Be Respectful and Kind
Many of the children and people we serve come from humble backgrounds. A kind word, patient attitude, and respectful behavior go a long way.

Dress Modestly
You’re in a spiritual and traditional city. Please wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees while volunteering, especially during public food service or when teaching kids.

Ask If You’re Unsure
We are here to help. If you're not sure about anything — what to teach, how to serve food, or how to behave in a situation — just ask us!