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Peru is a developing country and much of the population still live in extreme poverty. Many do not have the basic services such as running water and electricity. Fortunately, things are changing for the better as a result of a growing economy; and also the efforts of many charities and volunteering organisation working through out the country.
Volunteering and you
Volunteering in Peru will give a lot more meaning to your trip to one of the most beautiful and varied countries in the world. You will be helping others in need and gain a great sense of accomplishment. Also, you will undoubtedly find new friends amongst local people as well as other volunteers.
Volunteering and Spanish
Volunteering in Peru is a great way to improve your Spanish and learn new skills whilst benefiting those in need.
To effectively contribute and benefit from any charity work in Peru, Spanish language skills are invaluable. By listening and talking, especially with children, you can learn and enjoy yourself at the same time.
Undoubtedly any volunteering experience will be further enriched by have a command of the local language. We can adapt our courses to ensure that you have the language skills and vocabulary you require for your particular volunteering project.
The list below is of some voluntary organisations in Peru that presently have volunteering opportunities in Trujillo or Huanchaco. |
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| www.perukids.com |
A wonderful orphanage providing care, love and education to the neediest children.
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| www.fairmail.info/beta |
An innovative voluntary work project teaching photography skills to young people in Trujillo. A good level of Spanish is required for this project.
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| www.windaid.org |
Volunteer WindAid is a non-profit organisation that provides wind turbines to communities in Peru who are in need of electricity and light. This fantastic volunteering opportunity does not require any previous experience.
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| www.skipperu.org |
SKIP (Supporting Kids in Peru) is a fantastic charity working with local families in El Porvenir, one of poorest areas of the City. They primarily work with over 400 children each year providing educational and social support.
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| www.fimrc.org/peru-trujillo/description.html |
The Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC) is a nonprofit dedicated to improving pediatric and maternal health care in the developing world. Their mission in Trujillo brings volunteers to the City, where they have the opportunity to work in local public hospitals and clinics.
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| www.mundodeninos.org |
This non-profit association are based in Huanchaco and care for and rehabilitate street children from Trujillo. As well as their outreach work they run a childrens home in Huanchaco.
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| www.peru109.org |
Peru109 is an organisation bringing short term volunteers to different part of Peru, including Trujillo. Whilst here, volunteers will work with local children in public schools
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Our belief is that volunteering should be non-profit. Therefore we do not ask for any registration fee for a volunteer placement. These charitable organisations can all be contacted directly without an need to pay expensive agency fees. |
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