Dates, Charges and Booking

There are no set dates for arriving and departing.   If you want particular dates the earlier you apply the better.   Preference will be given to those who wish to stay the longest because it is important to the children that there is some stability in the volunteers they come into cntact with.   Normally the minimum period is 4 weeks, but some volunteers stay for 3 months or more.

Charges are set by the Director of each orphanage and are in the region of $350 for a month.   This money covers accommodation and includes a contribution to the orphanage running costs.   Volunteer income is a major part of the money used to pay for the care, clothing, feeding, health and educational needs of the kids.   All volunteers are encouraged to raise aditional money for the orphanages before they come because their needs outstrip what the basic cost provides.  Whilst you may see particular needs whilst you are there,and wish to take some spare money with you, major cost items such as secondary education, buildings and building maintenance rely on funds built up over time by Kids Aid Tanzania   Donations towards such things can be made directly through our website in UK pounds, Euros, and US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand dollars.   Information is also available on how donations from UK and US tax payers can be made tax efficient through the Gift Aid and 501(c)(3) systems. 

The payment does not cover travel to Mwanza, travel and health insurance, police check, visas and living expenses in Buswelu (other than the cost of accommodation and the utility and security services provided)

For further information on volunteering at the orphanages, and how to apply, email us at colin@kidsaidtanzania.org.uk and we will send you our Volunteers Notes.

Ironing school uniform shorts with a  charcoal heated iron

Volunteers organise a volleyball tournament