Orphanage Volunteering in Bolivia
Bolivia
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Year-Round
Description:
The volunteer work normally involves teaching English (basic reading/writing), basic math, playing games, arts and crafts, helping with homework, playing sports, taking them on day-trips, and sometimes getting the children dressed in the morning and helping them with meals.
Highlights:
Helping children in Bolivia while learning about the local culture and contributing to local communities.
Qualifications:
- Open Mind - Caring for Children - Age: 16+ - Beginner's Spanish recommended
Cost in US$: Starts at 850 USD
Cost Include Description:
- Volunteer Handbook - Visa Guidance - Phone Support and Guidance - Airport Pickup/Drop-off - Dropoff at Accommodations - In-country Orientation - Accompanied Transport to Program Site - Placement and Supervision in Program - Meals and Accommodations - Guidance with Extra Sightseeing - 24-hour Support
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer: Students, career breakers, and retirees from US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Minimum age is 16, average age is 22.
Age Range: 16-50+
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Bolivia
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 3+
Application Process Involves:
- Essay
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Resume
Post-Program Services Include:
Year Founded: 2001
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