Elvira's Garden
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Incredible Project!
June 04, 2025by: Tara Hennessy - IrelandProgram: Volunteer in Grenada – Elvira's Garden Community Centre
The hosts Linda and Rae are helpful, fun, considerate and down to earth. Each day spent at Elvira's Garden was different and provided a solid insight into life in Grenada. I loved my time here and I am excited to come back again in the future. There are lots of ways to get involved outside of camp times. The facilities are excellent and I had plenty of time to explore the island. I arrived at Elvira's Garden without knowning anyone and I left with friends for life! Thanks!
Great people! Worthy Cause!
June 04, 2025by: Max Koenig - United StatesProgram: Volunteer in Grenada – Elvira's Garden Community Centre
Had a great time with Elvira's Garden!! Felt welcomed and part of the family from the beginning. They went out of their way to accomodate my goals, needs and adjusted the scheduling to accomodate all of the different cultural activities I wanted to attend!! Highly recommend this program!! A beautiful home stay and country!!
Wonderful Project!
June 04, 2025by: Natalie Born - GermanyProgram: Volunteer in Grenada – Elvira's Garden Community Centre
I volunteered at Elvira's Garden Easter Camp and would definitely recommend it! The staff did everything they could to give the children a great 2 weeks with lots of activites like dancing, swimming, crafts and excursions. All the staff and other volunteers were very welcoming, so I felt comfortable from the start. I also appreciated that my vegetarian diet was taken into consideration and that I could always choose a vegetarian alternative. All in all, it was a great time for me and I am glad to have been part of this wonderful project which is definitely a gift for the children in Grenada.
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Interviews
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Linda McGivern
Interviewed in 2026
Linda McGivern is the founder of Elvira’s Garden and a dedicated community leader in Grenada. Building on a family legacy spanning more than 100 years...

Linda McGivern
Interviewed in 2026
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Elvira’s Garden was inspired by both family history and what I could see happening right around me. My father was born on the land we use today, so for me this place has always meant something deeply personal.

Keira Edwards
Interviewed in 2025
Keira supports the daily operations in the mornings and helps run the after-school club in the afternoons. Her background is in admin and hospitality,...

Keira Edwards
Interviewed in 2025
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I was drawn to this organization because of its commitment to supporting children. I’ve always had a passion for helping young people, and when I saw the impact this charity makes (particularly as it is very close to where I grew up), I knew I wanted to be a part of it. Knowing I could contribute, both administratively and directly with the kids, really inspired me to get involved.
Interviewed in 2025
Interviewed in 2025
What inspired you to travel abroad?
My two daughters have always shared this passion with me—one is a teacher and the other a social worker. Together, we saw the need for a community space that could provide more than just childcare. We wanted to create a safe, joyful, and enriching environment for children to grow, explore, and be heard. That's how Elvira’s Garden was born—a place named in honor of the grandmother my daughters never met, who was always giving, always growing something beautiful.