- Registration Fee $200 (non-refundable)
- Background check $20 (non-refundable)
- Two Weeks Volunteer Program $700
Cancellation Policy
- Registration fee is non-refundable.
- Registration done 60 days or more prior to the program receive 10% off the two-weeks’ program cost.
- Registrations received in 30 days prior to the program receive 5% off the two-weeks’ program cost.
- Cancellations done 30 - 60 days prior to the program will be refunded less 20% administration fee
- Cancellations done 15-99 days prior to the program will be refunded 30% of the program cost
- Cancellations done 14 – 7 days prior to the program will be refunded 50% of the program cost
- Cancellations done less than 6 days and no shows no refunds.
- Refunds will be applied 6-8 weeks after the cancellation
- 24/7 in-country support.
- Airport pick-up
- Program orientation
- Volunteer placement
- Accommodation in a home-stay or hostel
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Water)
- Door to door transportation to volunteer sites.
- Missions program with the Church to include Worship Services, teaching Sunday School, leading songs, and ministry.
- Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory),medical insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, souvenirs, in-country trips or tours, safari, other personal events or expenses
- Pocket money - US$50 is sufficient for weekly expenses
Summer Ultra-Light Sleeping Bag
You don’t need a sleeping bag, but if you want a more comfortable experience, bring your own sleeping bag.
Bags
A light backpack for a change of clothes and bottle of water. Fanny pack to carry your bug-spray, money, ID, water bottle, things you need at all times.
Clothing
Kenya is tropical country with mosquitoes. The best clothing to repel heat and to protect yourself from insect bites are as close to 100% cotton, light, long-sleeved and pants, socks, and closed flat shoes, like light running sneakers. Clothing with some spandex blend may add comfort as you move around working.
If you want to protect your neck and ears, bring bandannas you can wear alone or under a hat or cap. Hats with a rim will keep the sun from directly hitting your eyes and head and will keep you much cooler. Bring clothes to change out of during the day and night, should the need arise. If you wear more open clothing, you will need to apply more bug-spray, and might get more bug bites. The decision is yours. If you are not too sure of what you prefer, you can bring a mix of both types of clothing, more covering, or more exposing. There are no malls and department stores to pick up extra clothing and sundry items.
Because you will be working, your clothes need to be comfortable to work in, and you need to be feeling your best. Leave clothes that you cannot bend in, and shoes that you cannot walk in and on dirt roads at home. If you are afraid of ruining a clothing item, it’s better to leave it at home.
If you have clothes that you want to donate, bring them and/or leave them when you return home.
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Undergarments |
Underwear (new), socks, bras, etc. |
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Tops |
t-shirts, shirts, blouses, sleeveless are OK, light sweater or long sleeve shirts |
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Shorts |
no shorter than knee-length just above the knees when standing |
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Pants |
light-weight summer pants or jeans |
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Something Nice |
think business casual, for church or meetings |
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Footwear |
sturdy sandals or sneakers: that are easy to clean. Slippers or flip-flops |
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Sunglasses
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Headgear
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Hat and bandana |
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Outerwear |
Rain Jacket/Poncho |
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Swimsuit
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Towels |
light ones that dry fast, leave the plush ones at home |
Toiletries and First Aid:
- Water bottle: light, plastic will you. Save the last water bottle you use.
- Bugspray: 20-30% DEET
- Natural Bugspray Alternative: Mint and Vinegar Water Solution in a Spray bottle. Bring the mint oil, vinegar, and good spray bottle that will not clog up
- Sunscreen: min 30 SPF, higher SPF if you are very light in complexion
- Band-Aids
- Antibacterial Ointment
- After-Bite Ointment
- Chapstick
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Body/All-Purpose Wash: Dr. Bronner’s
- Toothpaste/Toothbrush/Dental Floss
- Razor and Shaving Cream
- Deodorant
- Antibacterial Wipes
- Body and Face Wipes
- Pads/Tampons: as needed; bring enough!
- Toilet Paper Rolls, as much as you go through in 2 weeks
- Tweezers
- Vaseline
- Compact Mirror: most bathrooms do not have mirrors.
Medications and Remedies
- Anti-Malarial Meds
- Homeopathic Alternative: Cinchona Officinalis: 30c for stomach or anti-malaria
- Natural anti-diarrhea alternative: Dry garlic flakes. Immune booster, antiviral, antibacterial food that can be taken with water a few times a day before eating and drinking.
- Vitamin C and Multivitamins (link to AM/PM)
- Anti-Diarrhea Pills: Imodium and Cipro
- Pain Relievers or Resveratrol (link to Reserve)
- Benadryl or Claritin
- Tums or Other Antacid
- Eye Drops. It can be dusty!
- Antibiotic Z pack: as your doctor recommends
- Grapefruit-Seed Extract: is highly recommended for many uses. Nutribiotic liquid is available at health food stores and online
- Homeopathic Remedy: Lycopodium Clavatum.
- Carry Written Prescriptions and sufficient medication you are on
Others:
- GSM smart phones – make sure to get yours unlocked or buy a cheap one
- Pen/Notebook/Journal
- Books (optional)
- Camera/Memory Card/Extra Battery
- Video Camera/Camera (optional)
- Batteries/Power Banks
- Flashlight: in-case of blackouts
- Ministry materials: Bible & others
- Cash for souvenirs and sundries
Volunteering is an invaluable experience, you will live with the experience forever. The benefits of volunteering include:
Volunteering connects you to others
Volunteering is good for your mind and body
Volunteering can advance your career
Volunteering brings fun, satisfaction and fulfillment to your life
You will also receive an International Volunteering Certificate
Disclaimer:
Please check with your doctor before participating on this volunteer trip. You participate in this program at your own risk.
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