Humanitarian Aid in the Philippines
Philippines
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Description:
ELI offers a variety of volunteer opportunities targeting the needs of underprivileged children: street kids, orphans, students from poor families.
Highlights:
The Philippines has been described as one of the world's best-kept secrets: this nation of 7,000 tropical islands offers pristine white beaches, turquoise waters, ancient rice terraces, virgin rainforests, volcanoes and some of the friendliest people in Asia. Explore this magical place and its diverse culture through an ELI volunteer placement on the historic island of Leyte.
Qualifications:
Open to all 18 and older.
Cost in US$: $695
Cost Include Description:
* Airport pick-up and drop-off * All in-country travel and coordination * Philippine food and accommodations $50 per week. * Support from local representatives * Tour of Tacloban City * Tour of the Santo Nino Shrine and Heritage Center * Visit to MacArthur Beach at Palo * Volunteer placement
Experience Required: no
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Volunteer Types :
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- childcare/children
- community health
- English teaching
- orphans
- public education
- street kids
- teaching
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Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.
Age Range: 18-70
This Program is open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
Participants Travel to Philippines
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI, a registered non-profit organization, partners with organizations from around the world that make a difference in their communities. We work closely with these groups to ensure ELI volunteers get meaningful experiences at reasonable prices.
Year Founded: 2001
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