Nonprofit
Published 11/17/25 5:38AM
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Volunteer in Orphanage and Children's Center

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Mwanza, Tanzania
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    Starting from 1 week and above
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disability, Health & Medicine
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    15+
    Other Requirements:
    There are no specific requirements

    Description

    Tanzania is a diverse nation with communities showcasing various cultures and lifestyles. Despite recent growth, it faces challenges like poverty, education gaps, healthcare access, and weak infrastructure, especially in rural areas. Volunteers and organizations are vital in improving Tanzanians' lives by addressing these issues and supporting community-led development.

    Volunteers play a vital role in supporting Tanzanians through grassroots initiatives. Their contributions address urgent needs in community. Here are ways volunteers can help:​

    1. Education through teaching: Some of the community and orphanage center have schools and teaching programs. A volunteer can support schools and improve outcomes in English, math, and science. Also a volunteer can organise donation of books and supplies for rural schools.
    2. Healthcare: Assist local clinics with medical care and community health education and help develop healthcare facilities and sanitation systems.
    3. Agriculture and Sustainable Development: Support the centers and the community by teaching sustainable farming practices to improve yields, implement clean water projects and promote sanitation education.
    4. Youth Empowerment and Job Creation: Guide youth in life skills and employ ability workshops. You can also focus on entrepreneurship by teaching young people how to start small businesses.

    Private Group Details:

    • Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
    • Event can be held at organization location(s)
    • Donation Requested
    • A volunteer can donate in any form, it can be in terms of cash or in material things.

    Location

    On-site
    Mwanza, Tanzania

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