Volunteer With Us
Make a difference in the lives of children while exploring the beauty of Uganda.
OUR MISSION
Every Year, Volunteers Travel to Uganda Africa for a Life-Changing Experience
Eastern Kids Uganda is a community organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children through education, mentorship, and community programs. We welcome volunteers from around the world to join us in creating brighter futures for children while experiencing the beauty and culture of Uganda.
- Supports 256 children and 23 families
- Programs: education, feeding, mentoring, single mother empowerment
- This is where volunteers like you make a difference
Why Volunteer With Eastern Kids Uganda
Our programs are special because they offer more than just work.
Direct Impact
Cultural Immersion
Safe Community
Affordable
Adventure Travel
Meaningful Work
Typical Weekly Schedule
Monday – Education
- Morning: English, math, reading assist
- Afternoon: Tutoring & feeding
- Evening: Sports & games
Tuesday – Learning Activities
- Morning: Classroom support
- Afternoon: Art, music, drawing
- Evening: Cultural exchange
Wednesday – Food & Nutrition
- Morning: Prepare breakfast
- Afternoon: Garden work (planting)
- Evening: Community discussion
Thursday – Development
- Morning: Classroom support
- Afternoon: Life skills lessons
- Evening: Sports tournaments
Friday – Community Projects
- Morning: Community outreach
- Afternoon: Repair homes / classrooms
- Evening: Weekly reflection
Saturday – Engagement
- Morning: Music, dance, drama
- Afternoon: Sports & activities
- Evening: Volunteer social evening
TOURISM & ADVENTURE
Explore Jinja: The Adventure Capital of East Africa
Our charity is within Jinja, one of Uganda’s most famous tourism cities. Volunteers can explore these places during weekends.
- Source of the Nile River
- White water rafting
- Boat cruises
- Quad biking
- Bungee jumping
- Sunset at the Nile
- Cultural markets
- Itanda Falls
Volunteer Fees & Support
94% of the money goes directly to children and 6% on administrative costs.
Program Fees
- 1 Week $250
- 2 Weeks $400
- 3 Weeks $550
- 4 Weeks $700
- Extra Week $120
Flights and visas are not included.
What's Included
- Accommodation (Guesthouse/Host Family)
- 2-3 local meals per day
- Airport pickup
- Comprehensive orientation
- Volunteer certificate
- 24/7 local support
Where Your Money Goes
- Children's education
- Food programs
- School supplies
- Volunteer accommodation
- Community projects
“This school was barely built a year ago, so the kids in this poverty stricken district can have a good education still. Despite not having much they are so hospitable and offered me food... I could not accept but it made me cry how kind they are here.”