Description

Feed the Children sponsors the programs at this orphanage which houses street children and other children at risk. Volunteers are sought who possess certain personal attributes. These essentially comprise an ability and willingness to give affection and show understanding towards abandoned children, as well as the patience and tact necessary for dealing with children who may have experience psychological trauma. Besides assisting with routine daily tasks at the orphanage, volunteers may help organizing games and entertainment for the children.

Highlights

* Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organisation that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world.

* Since Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organization, it is one of the most affordable ways to help out in a developing country while being immersed in the local culture.

* Participants are accommodated throughout their stay with a host family. The family is typically located in the same area as the programs. They provide the volunteer with a private room and private bathroom, three meals per day and companionship, including many opportunities for the volunteer to practise his or her constantly improving Spanish.

* Volunteers are met at La Ceiba airport before being introduced to their host family. The following morning, orientation sessions are held and the itinerary presented. Also covered are details of Honduras' history, the people, customs and geography, as well as safety and health issues and "do's and don'ts" of staying in Honduras. A typically Honduran lunch is followed by walking tour of the city tour, building in a visit to the location of the specific placement for which the volunteer has signed up.

* Participants then have the entire weekend free, time which can be spent enjoying Honduran destinations, such as the Bay Islands or La Moskitia or exploring the local area, La Ceiba, named after a single spectacular tree specimen, now sadly removed. This part of Honduras was originally settled by Pech indigenous people, followed by an ethnic group, the Garífunas who arrived from Trujillo. Spanish occupation only began in 1846, and the French soon followed. The Dole Food Company set up a banana exporting business here, becoming the town's main lifeline. Outdoor activities such as canoeing and rafting, and visits to butterfly farms are easily accessed here. La Ceiba also has a much talked-about night scene.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Prices as low as USD 175!

Program Fees Include:

Includes accommodation, breakfast, an airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.

Experience Required

yes

Basic Spanish

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Other
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Love Volunteers's Mission Statement

We are a not-for-profit organization that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world. Whether you're planning a week helping a local community as you travel around a country, six months learning the local language, or putting your gap year to good use, Love Volunteers has a program that will give you the best possible experience.

Year Founded

2009