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Working with Kids—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

by: MAXIMO NIVEL

4.61 (120)VerifiedSince 2003

Costa Rica has a high population of orphans, street kids, and other at-risk children who are in constant need of love, care, and support. Help respond to their needs by taking part in a range of volunteer projects, including working in orphanages, rural schools, and community centers, and street children programs. Projects focus on providing boys and girls with shelter, food, and education to ...

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Program Highlights

Experience the Spanish way of life and culture while staying in San Jose for one week or longer.

Improve your Spanish by taking our language classes and practicing with locals.

Enjoy trips and excursions around the city in your free time.

Choose from our special programs: Surf School, Scuba Certification, Yoga Certification, and more!

Have the opportunity to earn university credits and the President’s Volunteer Service Award (US citizens).

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jul 31, 2025

Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Language SchoolTop Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistTop Rated Language School 2022Notable Mention 2021 - Gap YearTop Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.61

Total Reviews

120

Pura vida

July 25, 2026by: Anna Zamboni - Italy
4

Ha sido una experiencia muy agradable me encantó trabajar con los niños. He podido también viajar por Costa Rica aprendiendo mucho. La familia acogida también ha sido muy agradable. Una cosa que se tiene que decir probablemente dar una ayuda Major para llegar a los sito de trabajo porque los primeros días no es muy fácil entender donde están los varios lugares.

Niños de Centro Infantil Divino Niño

It was a great experience to have.

July 18, 2026by: Kian Mohammadi - United Kingdom
3

My time here was quite eye opening. It caused me to learn more about a foreign culture and allowed to have life experiences to talk about. Teaching children about oral hygiene was my favourite part of the program.

¡Pura Vida!

July 18, 2026by: vin stokes - England
4

This trip was important for 3 reasons. 1. It was the furthest I’ve been from home 2. It has been the most culturally interactive trip I’ve been on 3. This is the most Independent I’ve been abroad I have learned so much about myself on this trip and I couldn’t ask for more.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Costa Rica has a high population of orphans, street kids, and other at-risk children who are in constant need of love, care, and support. Help respond to their needs by taking part in a range of volunteer projects, including working in orphanages, rural schools, and community centers, and street children programs. Projects focus on providing boys and girls with shelter, food, and education to support their basic needs. As a volunteer, you'll help keep them off the streets as well as provide them with a happy, productive childhood. Depending on individual skills and interests, volunteers act as mentors, help with homework, organize sports and arts and crafts, and teach English. However, your care and support are the most important things for these disadvantaged children. This prog...

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