Art & Crafts Volunteer – Kalule Bwaise Children Shelter (Uganda)
The experience
Front Aid Foundation is looking for creative volunteers to support art & crafts activities with children at Kalule Bwaise Children Shelter in Kampala. Volunteers can help with painting, drawing, music, storytelling, games, and creative learning. Accommodation, 3 meals daily, and cultural immersion are provided. No experience needed — just passion for helping children.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Music:
Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
What you get
3 days off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Drinks:
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Dance classes:
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Intermediate French
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Front Aid Foundation is welcoming creative and passionate volunteers to join our children at Front Aid Foundation’s Kalule Bwaise Children Shelter in Uganda.
We are looking for volunteers who enjoy working with children through art, creativity, painting, crafts, music, drawing, storytelling, and fun educational activities. Your creativity can help children express themselves, build confidence, and develop new skills in a safe and loving environment.
This is a meaningful cultural exchange experience where volunteers become part of the shelter family while supporting vulnerable children through creative learning and play.
Activities & Shift
Volunteers may help with:
* Drawing and painting activities
* Arts and crafts sessions
* Making educational toys and decorations
* Face painting and creative games
* Music, dance, and storytelling
* Teaching simple creative skills
* Organizing talent and creativity days
* Helping children create handmade cards, bracelets, paintings, and crafts
* Supporting children emotionally through positive interaction and encouragement
Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own ideas and creativity.
Rules
* Respect children, staff, volunteers, and the local community
* No smoking, drugs, or excessive alcohol use at the shelter
* Dress modestly and appropriately around children
* Always ask before taking or sharing photos of children
* Be punctual and committed to agreed activities
* Maintain cleanliness in shared spaces
* Treat everyone equally regardless of background
* Follow guidance from the Front Aid Foundation team
* Create a safe, positive, and supportive environment for children