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Be Part of a Life-Changing Volunteer Experience in Tanzania


The experience

At Mama Support Community Organization Tanzania, we believe that even small acts of kindness can change lives forever.

We welcome volunteers from around the world to join our local community in Tanzania and support vulnerable children, women, and families through education, creativity, care, and cultural exchange.


What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 10 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Volunteers contribute $10 per day to cover the costs of food, maintenance, and the Organization's funding for the children we serve.


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

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

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

This is more than just volunteering — it is an opportunity to become part of a family, share love and hope with children, and experience the real heart of Tanzania.

As a volunteer, you can help with:

Teaching and educational activities
Childcare and creative play
Community outreach programs
Women and youth empowerment
Arts, dance, music, photography, and sports
Environmental and tree planting projects
Social media and content creation

Volunteers live close to the local community, experience authentic Tanzanian culture, enjoy meaningful human connections, and create unforgettable memories while making a real impact.

Whether you are a first-time traveler or an experienced volunteer, your presence, ideas, and kindness can inspire positive change in the lives of children and the community.

We are looking for friendly, open-minded, caring, and motivated people who are ready to learn, share, grow, and be part of something meaningful.

Come as a volunteer… leave as family.


Activities & Shift

We would love to welcome you to our community 😊
You will live like a local, work with amazing children and experience real Tanzanian culture

You will help children with basic English, games, creative activities and light support at the center. Work is 4–5 hours per day, Monday–Friday

2 days off weekly
✅ Free time to explore Dar es Salaam.

Volunteers stay in a shared volunteer house near the project. It is safe, clean, with electricity, shower and local neighborhood experience.


Rules

🌞 Monday – Friday (Working Days)

07:00 – 08:00
Breakfast & prepare for the day ☕

08:30 – 12:30 (4 hours volunteering)

Teaching basic English
Playing games with children
Creative activities (drawing, singing, storytelling)
Supporting daily center activities

12:30 – 13:30
Lunch break 🍽️

Afternoon (Free Time)

Relax at home 🏡
Explore the local area
Visit beaches or markets
Cultural exchange with locals

Evening 🌅