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Volunteer: Volunteer with Street Children Project in Quito, Ecuador

Organization: Greenheart Travel
Based in: United States,   US EIN #: 36-3417309
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One of the largest social service initiatives throughout Ecuador, this project is working hard to combat poverty in families and street children. The center for street children focuses on providing educational tutoring, mentoring, some food, and a. . . Learn more

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Dates/Costs:   Flexible dates available. Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
(participation cost details)
Focus Areas:   Children
Poverty
Type of NGO:   Independent

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One of the largest social service initiatives throughout Ecuador, this project is working hard to combat poverty in families and street children. The center for street children focuses on providing educational tutoring, mentoring, some food, and a safe place for the many street children who may have no where else to turn. By coming to this small center, the children and teens are able to go to school and believe in their own future.

This volunteer project an unmatched opportunity to get to know the country and its people on a personal level, and contribute to programs that are making a real difference in the lives of the children it serves. You will work side by side with Ecuadorians on this locally designed and run project. You will stay with a carefully screened and welcoming host family in Quito, giving you insight into daily life in Ecuador.

 
Cost Details
Fee includes housing, food, medical insurance, in-country staff support, pre-departure orientation, in-country orientation, registration fees. written materials and 24 hour emergency contact
 
 
A Great Opportunity For...
Teens
Seniors
Retirees
Groups
Professionals
 
Language Needed
Spanish (proficient)
 
Skills Needed/ Experience
Experience or education in counseling, teaching and/or childcare is helpful, but not required, depending on the duties the volunteer will be expected to perform. An intermediate level of Spanish is required. Spanish lessons are available prior to the volunteer project in Quito for an additional fee.
 
Detailed Location Information
Greenheart Travel volunteers are caring and flexible people who are genuinely interested in cultural exchange.

About Greenheart Travel

A non-profit international exchange organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, environmental consciousness, and world peace. Greenheart Travel and CCI organizes exchange programs in the United States and in over 30 countries around the world. Through Greenheart?s environmental and social welfare initiatives, American and international participants can contribute to conservation efforts through service, education and conscious living. Learn More

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