Orphanage Volunteer Abroad

Volunteer Abroad Programs: 1-52 weeks

"The children that I worked with were some of the warmest young people I have had a pleasure to meet. Despite the unfortunate circumstances that surround these children, every one had a precious gift of love and compassion to share with me."

 

- Becky Reed, Volunteer at After School Center for Street Children

United Planet’s unique Volunteer Abroad Quest program combines volunteering abroad, language learning, cultural activities, learning excursions, and special Cultural Awareness Projects to provide an incredibly fulfilling experience for volunteers and valuable support for communities in need.

Helping vulnerable children is at the heart of United Planet's focus. United Planet strives to give these children a voice and to take care of their immediate needs, and provide training and opportunities to take charge of their lives to have a better chance at a better future. United Planet works with local schools, orphanages, shelters, clinics and vocational training centers across the globe to help children at all stages of development.

 

  • Popular with students and families during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Adventurers and retirees may join programs year-round.
Universities, Schools, Corporate, Youth Groups, Spiritual Organizations
  • Create your own customized Group Volunteer Programs.
Long-term/Gap Year Quests (6 months; 1 year):
Long-term orphanage and childcare programs vary by country.

More Information:

Sample Orphanage Volunteer Abroad Quest Locations

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Romanian Castle

Romania

Volunteer in an orphanage in Romania. United Planet volunteers will spend their time interacting with the children in the "tabara," while also experiencing Romanian life and culture in the adjoining village, located in the beautiful foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. A variety of activities and projects can be performed with children of all ages. These activities include playing with the children who are in great need of care and attention, teaching them English, and doing arts and crafts. Read more

orphanage ecuador

Ecuador

This project takes place in Quito at a busy day care center that serves over 300 children in a low-income neighborhood. The center strives to better educate and develop the children at a young age.The center has a morning day care program for children from 5 months to 6 years old; in the afternoon, schoolchildren come to the center until their parents return from work. Volunteers will help teachers in caring for the infants during the morning at the kindergarten and during the afternoon they will assist with homework and other recreational activities for the children. Spanish language skills required. Read more

Dates
Short-term Orphanage Quests are available year-round with two start dates per month. Specific start dates vary by location. Long-term Quests begin in January and August of 2010.

Program Fees Include:
  • Preparation & training before departure
  • Food & lodging in-country (what’s included may vary by country, call for details)
  • Airport transportation
  • Cultural activities and excursions
  • Emergency medical insurance
  • Ongoing support from Coordinators in each country

Fees do not include:

  • Visa processing charges
  • International airfare
  • Any required vaccinations or immunizations
  • Local transportation

Three Easy Steps to Apply

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Step 1: Choose your Volunteer Abroad Quest Country and then fill in the online application.

Step 2: Submit your $250 deposit at the time of application. You may pay the deposit online with a credit card as part of your application process, call our office at 1-800-292-2316 to provide your credit card information or send a check to our Boston office.

Step 3: The Regional Coordinator in the Boston office will contact you to arrange a phone interview. 

Questions about applying?

Call one of our friendly Regional Quest Coordinators today. We will walk you step-by-step through the application process and answer any questions you may have.

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