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Volunteering in Malta: Social NGO & Animal Shelter

by: World Unite!

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This program offers you an opportunity to contribute to animal welfare and social causes in Malta. It enables you to combine social commitment with English-speaking practice and provides the chance to explore Malta. You will work with a local NGO from one of 3 categories: Charity and Community Service, Charity Shops/Thrift Stores, or an Animal Shelter. Just let us know which category resonates with you the most! The community service involves a wide range of activities, such as working at food banks, supporting shelters for homeless individuals, or organizing small events. At the charity shops, you might encounter tasks such as sorting through donations, helping customers, managing inventory, or displaying products. Finally, at the animal shelter, the work includes feeding, cleaning, exercising animals, and more. You may also help with administrative tasks, fundraising, or event planning. In Malta, you can organize your accommodation, or we can do it for you. You can also combine your volunteering with English lessons. This way, we offer you the flexibility to customize your stay to your exact needs. Anyone who is motivated and does not require a visa for Malta can participate.

Program Highlights

Contribute to animal welfare or social projects, and have a positive impact on the local community.

Combine valuable volunteer work with language classes and enjoy the opportunity to explore the beautiful island of Malta.

Choose your accommodation, have it arranged for you, or have the option to add English language classes to your program.

Get ready with our Online Resource Centre and a Zoom preparation session, tailored for your stay in Malta.

Benefit from dedicated 24-hour emergency support provided by a local team, ensuring peace of mind throughout your involvement.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Malta
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Social Work
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • European
  • Albanian
  • Andorran
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Bahamian
  • Barbadian
  • Bosnian
  • Brazilian
  • Bruneian
  • Canadian
  • Chilean
  • Colombian
  • Costa Rican
  • Dutch
  • Danish
  • Swedish
  • Dominican
  • Icelandic
  • Micronesian
  • Georgian
  • Grenadian
  • Guatemalan
  • Honduran
  • Israeli
  • Japanese
  • I-Kiribati
  • Malaysian
  • Marshallese
  • Mauritian
  • Mexican
  • Moldovan
  • Macedonian
  • Montenegrin
  • Kiwi
  • Nicaraguan
  • Palauan
  • Panamanian
  • Paraguayan
  • Peruvian
  • Kittitian, Nevisian
  • Saint Lucian
  • Saint Vincentian or Vincentian
  • Samoan
  • Serbian
  • Seychelles
  • Singaporean
  • Solomon Islander
  • Korean
  • Taiwanese
  • Timorese
  • Tongan
  • Trinidadian, Tobagonian
  • Tuvaluan
  • Ukrainian
  • Saudi Arabian
  • British
  • American
  • Uruguayan
  • Ni-Vanuatu
  • The Vatican
  • Venezuelan
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Last Updated: Jun 15, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Malta

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Social Work

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • European
  • Albanian
  • Andorran
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Bahamian
  • Barbadian
  • Bosnian
  • Brazilian
  • Bruneian
  • Canadian
  • Chilean
  • Colombian
  • Costa Rican
  • Dutch
  • Danish
  • Swedish
  • Dominican
  • Icelandic
  • Micronesian
  • Georgian
  • Grenadian
  • Guatemalan
  • Honduran
  • Israeli
  • Japanese
  • I-Kiribati
  • Malaysian
  • Marshallese
  • Mauritian
  • Mexican
  • Moldovan
  • Macedonian
  • Montenegrin
  • Kiwi
  • Nicaraguan
  • Palauan
  • Panamanian
  • Paraguayan
  • Peruvian
  • Kittitian, Nevisian
  • Saint Lucian
  • Saint Vincentian or Vincentian
  • Samoan
  • Serbian
  • Seychelles
  • Singaporean
  • Solomon Islander
  • Korean
  • Taiwanese
  • Timorese
  • Tongan
  • Trinidadian, Tobagonian
  • Tuvaluan
  • Ukrainian
  • Saudi Arabian
  • British
  • American
  • Uruguayan
  • Ni-Vanuatu
  • The Vatican
  • Venezuelan

Program Cost Includes

  • Some Accommodation
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Language Lessons
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Emergency Support

Program Cost Excludes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Vaccination Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of tasks will I do at the animal shelter?

You will help care for animals, maintain facilities, and support the shelter's daily operations.

Do I need previous experience working with animals?

No, prior experience is not required, but a genuine interest in animal welfare is important.

Who can participate in this volunteer program?

Anyone who is motivated and does not require a visa for Malta can join.

How long can I volunteer at the animal shelter?

You can participate for a duration of 1 to 52 weeks.

Where will I stay during my volunteer program in Malta?

You can book this program with or without accommodation arranged by us. The following accommodation options are available: Language School Campus and living with a Host Family.

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This program offers you an opportunity to contribute to animal welfare and social causes in Malta. It enables you to combine social commitment with English-speaking practice and provides the chance to explore Malta. You will work with a local NGO from one of 3 categories: Charity and Community Service, Charity Shops/Thrift Stores, or an Animal Shelter. Just let us know which category resonates with you the most! The community service involves a wide range of activities, such as working at food banks, supporting shelters for homeless individuals, or organizing small events. At the charity shops, you might encounter tasks such as sorting through donations, helping customers, managing inventory, or displaying products. Finally, at the animal shelter, the work includes feeding, cleaning, exe...

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