๐ Bring Hope & Joy to Vulnerable Children in Uganda ๐
The experience
Would you like to make a real impact in the lives of children through love, learning, and play? โจ
Join a meaningful project in Mbale, where we support vulnerable and disadvantaged children through education, care, and creativity. At our nonprofit school, we believe every child deserves a joyful, safe, and hopeful future โ and you can help us make it happen.
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
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.
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 Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Volunteers are welcomed with open arms to share their time, talents, and smiles through activities that nurture education, confidence, and happiness in the lives of our children ๐
Youโll be part of a dynamic team at a community-driven foundation working to uplift children through a mix of educational and creative activities. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own energy, ideas, and passions!
Your support will directly help children grow emotionally, socially, and academically. No formal teaching experience is required โ just kindness, enthusiasm, and a desire to connect ๐ซ
Activities & Shift
Youโll collaborate with local staff and engage with children through diverse and fun tasks, such as:
๐จ Arts & crafts: drawing, painting, bead-making
๐ Storytelling, reading sessions & homework help
๐ญ Music, dance, and drama workshops
โฝ Organizing games, sports & mini-tournaments
๐งผ Hygiene & health education through creative activities
๐ Leading field trips or cultural exchanges
๐ค Hosting talent shows, birthday parties or community events
โ๏ธ Creating classroom materials or supporting basic teaching (literacy, math, life skills)
๐ฉโ๐ซ Shadowing caregivers or offering training on child development
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25 hours per week
๐ 2 days off to rest, explore or relax
Youโll be supported throughout and have the flexibility to share your own gifts โ whether you're a dancer, artist, mentor or storyteller!
Rules
We ask that volunteers come with an open heart and mind, and treat the children and team with kindness and respect. Enthusiasm, consistency and collaboration are key ๐