Orphanage Helper

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6 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 21 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Highlights

  • Enjoy a Typical South Indian Stylish Food and experience a warm welcome from the kids.
  • Experience the Indian way of living and know about the routine life of Indians
  • Become more excited and dedicated to help the kids around the globe.
  • Leave with a bundle of memories you'll never forget which you can share with your friends.
  • Visit Amaravathi- Ancient Buddhist Capital, Vijayawada the business hub of Andhra Pradesh and Suryalanka- A serene beach


Especially good for

Age 21+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups

About the program

Help The orphans to learn English and help them to meet their basic needs

The Volunteers should spend some time with kids teaching them English ,Drawing and teach them about personal hygiene.The volunteers can  directly interact with the children and help them with their education and requirements.If the volunteers are interested they can setup a online crowdfunding ...

About the program

The Volunteers should spend some time with kids teaching them English ,Drawing and teach them about personal hygiene.The volunteers can  directly interact with the children and help them with their education and requirements.If the volunteers are interested they can setup a online crowdfunding campaign to meet the requirements of the kids.The kids should be taught how to make themselves self confident and focus on education to stand on their own in the future.There are several need for the kids such as a small van to transport them to school and some computers for the kids.It is more important how the volunteers make the kids realize the importance of education and the kids should learn some communication skills and technical skills to build up themselves in the coming days as they grow up.


Typical day

The day starts at 6.00 A.M and the kids gets refreshed themselves and later a morning prayer followed by breakfast.The School starts at 9.00 A.M and lunch at 12.30 P.M and the school ends at 4.00 P.M .Refreshments and some indoor games and dinner at 7.30 P.M

Typical day

The day starts at 6.00 A.M and the kids gets refreshed themselves and later a morning prayer followed by breakfast.The School starts at 9.00 A.M and lunch at 12.30 P.M and the school ends at 4.00 P.M .Refreshments and some indoor games and dinner at 7.30 P.M


Free-time activities

In the Free time we have a couple of sight seeing trips to Historical places in neighborhood towns, visit museums and also spend time at a serene beach and enjoy with water sports.

Free-time activities

In the Free time we have a couple of sight seeing trips to Historical places in neighborhood towns, visit museums and also spend time at a serene beach and enjoy with water sports.


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 21 years old on the program start date.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level)

Education Requirements

English ,Maths ,Drawing at High School / Univeristy level

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Sharon Welfare Society

The fees includes food and accommodation and airport pickup. The collected fees will be used to purchase the needy items for the kids .example: provisions, blankets etc.

Airport Pickup at Vijayawada Airport

We can pickup from our nearest Airport in a car and we will drive you to the project site which takes less than an hour.

Accommodation

Its a large bedroom in which 4- 6 people can easily get accommodated ; there's an attached bathroom.Beds are provided based on the number volunteers visiting us .

Food & Beverages

We provide a typical south Indian food and We have a special arrangement for the volunteers. There's a refrigerator ,convection microwave if they wish to cook their own.Supplies can arranged at minimum extra charge.

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Vijayawada Airport (VGA) in Vijayawada. We assist you to find cheap flights to India. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for India provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in India you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for India. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

The volunteer scan join us through out the year but keeping the scorching sun and heatwave in the months of Mar-May we recommend them to join us from September - February.

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

6 weeks (min. stay) 994€
7 weeks 1,094€
7 weeks 1,094€
8 weeks 1,193€
8 weeks 1,193€
9 weeks 1,292€
9 weeks 1,292€
10 weeks 1,392€
10 weeks 1,392€
11 weeks 1,491€
11 weeks 1,491€
12 weeks (max. stay) 1,591€
Average fees 149€/week

Program fees

149€ per week 6 - 12 weeks Age 21 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

6 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Sharon Welfare Society during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

Sharon Welfare Society

Perfect 4.6 rating (5 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2002

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Anil Patrick

About the project

A non profit organization located in Andhra Pradesh, South India which helps the needy and destitute children in need providing them with their basic needs.

Meet your organization

The Sharon Children Home is under the aegis of Sharon Welfare Society a registered non profit  in Andhra Pradesh. The Children Home takes care of 60 destitute and needy kids who are taken care providing education .food and shelter.We are located in Mangalagiri, Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh ,South India.

Mission

Sharon Welfare Society works in array of areas, support to the needy ,vocational training ,education etc.but its primary focus is the care and protection of orphan children.The organization works hard to provide a loving home and family for every child in its care working hard to promote family relationships and impart a spirit of responsibility in every member of the organization.

1.To always remember that every child's life is priceless and to put the needs of the children above our own.

2.To work in partnership with other organizations and empowering local citizens to make a real difference in the community. 

3.To show the world that every child regardless of their needs, deserves to experience love and to be treated with dignity and care.

We are looking for young and enthusiastic volunteers who can spend their time with kids and motivate ,inspire and guide them.

We chose volunteer world as our platform as its a responsible and perfect platform for the volunteers and organizations as well.

5 reviews · rating4.6

Peripogu Vivek rating4.8

2018 at Orphanage Helper

My experience has had a positive effect on my personal life. Serving underprivileged children get me to a new perception of life.wondered, how it feels helping(serving) children makes us happy. this is a kind of achievemet, i feel so. Thank ...
Amarnadh Kodamala rating4.8

2018 at Orphanage Helper

The new building for the children home started in my final year.After completing my B.Tech with Civil Engineering stream, I had the opportunity to offer my skills to the team of Sharon Welfare Society.I nearly spent two months on site and helped the Sharon Welfare Society with construction and ...
Paal Joachim Romdahl rating3.8

2017 at Orphanage Helper

I have been helping out at the orphanage for a very long time. It is good to help where it is needed. ............................................................................................. ..
Dileep Kumar Manchala rating4.8

2014 at Orphanage Helper

I have spent nearly 10 moths here in Sharon Welfare Society. It is such a privilege to play a part in their wonderful loving community.I volunteered myself as a caretaker for the boys ; helped them with their cooking,physical activities and the children are well cared for and are given opportunities ...
Joshua Naveen Kumar rating4.8

2012 at Orphanage Helper

It was in 2012 when I was unemployed and it was in the beginning of the Children Home.It was started with a few kids in 2012 and I used to help the kids with teaching them a few tips in the evening after their school and looking after their assignments they have to accomplish. Really it was a good ...

Location

Asia > Southern Asia > India > GUNTUR

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