☕ Coffee & Culture: Where Stories Meet Over a Cup of Coffee ☕

The experience

It is a cultural exchange program designed to bring together foreign volunteers and local communities in a relaxed, friendly setting. More than just drinking coffee, it’s about sharing stories, practicing English, and experiencing genuine cross-cultural moments.

What you offer

15 hours of help per week

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

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.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 15 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities

Description: 🌿 Why This Contribution Matters🌿 We kindly ask for a contribution from volunteers, not as a fee or profit, but as a way to share in the basic costs of living, including accommodation, meals, and facilities. In return, you will enjoy a peaceful and quiet rural environment, comfortable facilities, and the chance to experience life in an authentic village setting

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

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

Requirements

Intermediate English

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Possible Settings
Pendopo Session: traditional Javanese pavilion, cozy atmosphere with local snacks.
Outdoor Garden Café: fresh air, nature vibes, casual conversation corners.
Community Space: integrated with fun games and interactive learning.

Highlights
Relaxed and informal way to practice English with native or fluent speakers.
A chance for volunteers to connect with locals beyond the formal volunteering program.
Cultural immersion for both sides, creating mutual understanding and friendship.
Can be adapted into a weekly or monthly community event to strengthen relationships.

Volunteer Role
Actively join conversations with locals.
Help moderate games or language practice activities.
Share personal stories, culture, or hobbies to spark interaction.

Community Benefits
Locals gain confidence in speaking English.
Volunteers experience authentic social interaction with the community.
Strengthens cultural exchange and mutual respect.

Activities & Shift

Activities
Coffee & Conversation: sip traditional coffee (or tea) while practicing English/Indonesian in small groups.
Flash Card Fun: quick language games to break the ice and boost vocabulary.
Cultural Sharing: volunteers share about their country, locals share about Javanese culture.
Mini Fun Games: word games, quiz night, or role-play activities.
Story Corner: open mic for locals and volunteers to tell stories, sing, or play music together.