Volunteer work is important in a community for many reasons. Both the volunteers and whoever they are helping benefit greatly. It allows people to come together to help worthy causes like preserving the environment or helping people in need — even helping a little bit can create huge positive impacts. Volunteering is also an opportunity to meet people from all over the world and create connections that enable cultural exchange and multicultural understanding.

Voluntary work gives valuable experience too. Real-world experience builds a better understanding of the world, increases open-mindedness, and can help you find your purpose in life. Finally, volunteering is proven to make people happier and healthier, because of how rewarding it is to help others.

Participation fee

€380 per month, which includes accommodation, food and local transport while in Kenya.

Arrival & orientation

Our staff will pick you up at the airport, followed by one day of orientation in Nairobi.

Accommodation & food

You will live with a host family and have three meals a day.

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Three ways to volunteer

About KVSO

KVSO Leadership

Learn more about the people leading KVSO's mission across Kenya.

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