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Volunteer Programs in Quito, Ecuador

Sitting almost two miles atop the Andes in Ecuador, Quito is the world’s highest capital city and a premier destination for volunteers from all over the world to lend a helping hand while having the adventure of a lifetime. Ecuador is a developing nation and many of its urban inhabitants live in poverty with little access to quality education, healthcare, and other such social services. Volunteering abroad in Quito is your opportunity to have a positive impact on the country’s underserved populations right at the epicenter of Ecuadorian history and culture.

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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Kaya Responsible Travel
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Kaya Responsible Travel

Sustainable Economic and Community Development in Ecuador

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

Ecuador - Wild Animal Rescue Shelter

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Volunteer World
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Volunteer World

Best Volunteer Programs in Ecuador

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International Medical Aid (IMA)
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International Medical Aid (IMA)

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Child Family Health International
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Child Family Health International

Global Health in Quito, Ecuador

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Love Volunteers
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Love Volunteers

Working with Children with Disabilities in Ecuador

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World Endeavors
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World Endeavors

Volunteer in Ecuador with World Endeavors

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Oyster Worldwide
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Oyster Worldwide

Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteering in Ecuador

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Travel For Teens
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Travel For Teens

TFT: Peru, Ecuador and the Galápagos Service

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Institute for Global Studies
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Institute for Global Studies

Hospitality Internship in Ecuador

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Volunteers For Peace
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Volunteers For Peace

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ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs
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Orphanage Volunteer Work in Ecuador, South America

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United Planet
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United Planet

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WorkingAbroad - Take Action for Nature and Society
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Cloud Forest Conservation Program, Ecuador

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One of the best decisions i’ve ever made

by: Charlie DawsonProgram: Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteering in Ecuador
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Volunteering in a wildlife sanctuary in Ecuador through Oyster was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. If you're considering this kind of experience but feel unsure—don’t be! Oyster was with me every step of the way, making sure I was well-prepared and supported from start to finish. Working with rescued animals in the heart of the rainforest was unforgettable, and I met some of the most incredible, passionate people I’ve ever known. The local team and fellow volunteers made it feel like a second family. If you’re looking for a life-changing adventure, I can’t recommend Oyster enough!

A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Quito

Projects & Placements

As in many urban environments, most available volunteer placements in Quito are in the areas of social services and community building. Child care is a popular area for volunteering in Quito too, whether placed in an orphanage, community center, or other such institution. Children who are living in poverty or who have been left unfortunately orphaned can benefit greatly from interaction and instruction from international volunteers, and volunteers in turn will find themselves learning a surprising amount from their time with the children as well.

Education and healthcare are other popular areas for volunteering in Quito, and there are many volunteer organizations with concentrated efforts in international volunteers can fill a great need by lending their efforts to serve this demographic. Volunteer work in Quito at health clinics, after-school centers, or in classroom settings are all potential mediums for spread knowledge and awareness.

Most volunteer programs in Quito do not require volunteers to speak Spanish, although some do require volunteers to be at least conversational in Spanish and being more familiar with the language will greatly enhance your ability to interact with locals regardless of your placement or program. Some volunteer programs in Quito combine volunteerism with language study, providing a great opportunity for volunteers to enhance their Spanish language fluency.  

Volunteer programs in Quito typically run throughout the year with flexible start and end dates for participants to mold their own ideal schedule. The city itself is located right on the equator (“Ecuador”), meaning that there is very little seasonal variation and anytime is great to volunteer.

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