Mexico Volunteer Quests

Ecological Center “Los Cuartos”

“Los Cuartos” is located in a 16^th century estate that has been remodeled as an ecological center. The project is surrounded by nature and is approximately 5km or 15min by car from Aguascalientes (6 hours by bus from Mexico City). The project offers environmental education to youth from 6 to 16 years old, coming from the city and from vulnerable nearby communities.The project aims to raise awareness and educate children and youth about nature through different recreational activities. 4 weeks minimum stay and volunteers need to be age 22 to 32 to join this project. Volunteers in Mexico stay at volunteers' house at the project site.

Children - Casa Hogar Rafael Hernández Villar

This orphanage in Puebla is home to about 120 abandoned children between the ages of 6 and 12, many of whom are from families with problems of addiction, single parent homes or with access to limited economic resources. This project aims to provide intellectual and emotional care to children who have been partially or totally abandoned by their families through providing housing, food, clothes, education, etc. Volunteers will have the chance to teach English in the mornings and help the children with their homework in the afternoons. Volunteers stay with host families in the community.

Children - Comamos y Crezcamos con Alegria A.C.

This non-profit organization is dedicated to eradicating malnutrition, illiteracy, and health disorders for children with low economic resources. It aims to help children achieve good physical and mental development. Volunteers will serve lunch, help children with their studies and play with them.  The project is located in an urban area of Puebla.  Volunteers stay with host families in the community.

Children - Albergues Infantiles

This project gives volunteers an opportunity to assist in local orphanages located in urban and rural areas of Chiapas. The organization aims to give support to children who have been abused, maltreated or abandoned, as well as to their families. Volunteers can design activities to do with the children as well as assist with computer lessons, handcrafts workshops, dance and music workshops, and even educational workshops for mothers. This project requires 4 weeks minimum stay. Volunteers stay with host families or at the project.

Ciudad de los 500 Héroes

This project offers children from the city of Puebla the opportunity to develop their creativity with different workshops.The project aims to complement children's education with new knowledge, abilities and attitudes that reinforces their intelligence. Volunteer stay with host families in the community.