Non-Profit Project San Juan La laguna, Solola, Guatemala

4.0
(30 reviews)30

Building the Future Together: Join Us in Creating a Home

Help a sustainable project
17 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Immerse yourself in the local culture
27 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with the locals
18 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 25

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

The big problem we have with the project is that we don't have state or international funding. If you want to work here, you can help by buying materials for the volunteer house, and in this way you can help build a better place for those who help with the project. Such as cement, iron, sand, etc.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

Help with the construction, carrying materials, mixing cement and sand, in other words, you have to do everything that is needed to be a builder. We have most of the tools. We need your financial cooperation and your strength so that together we can make a more dignified home for the volunteers. Do a fundraiser with your friends or on the internet so that we can finish our project quickly.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Between 22 and 60 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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30 Reviews

4.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Non Profit Project

3.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 27 Immersing in the local culture
  • 18 Meeting locals
  • 16 Practicing Spanish
  • 13 Creating true social impact
  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 9 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 16 4. Quality education
  • 7 17. Partnerships for the goals
  • 3 3. Good health and well-being
Mona

Belgium

5

The work was very easy. My main tasks were opening and closing the shop, washing the dishes, and helping out with whatever needed to be done. You do need to take initiative.
The host and his family were incredibly kind, welcoming, and made me feel at home from the start. I really appreciated how local the experience was, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed volunteer opportunity while practicing their Spanish.
Thank you Daniel!! 🥰

4 months ago


Daniel replied

Thank you, friend. God bless you.

Uiyun

South Korea

4

It was a nice experience with kids, They are really nice, kind, interested into learn other culture. loved my stay here I would recommend it !

over 1 year ago


Daniel replied

Thanks for coming friend

Ольга/Olga

Russia

5

Daniel and his family approach their project with all their heart, often they just don't have enough time for a lot. And they really need help. I recommend. Just keep in mind that there will be little food, and if you are used to coffee or large portions, then count on yourself, buy more food. The family is very friendly and open to communication. You will be into the real world of Guatemala. I recommend.

over 2 years ago

Nina

Netherlands

5

It was an immense pleasure to work with Daniel's daughters Lisbeth and Leila. They made me feel welcome and showed me around the school. The students are 15-21 year old Mayan girls from local communities that are eager to learn and very inquisitive. It was a joy to contribute to their language education and a very rewarding time spent at San Juan! A couple of things that you should be prepared for when volunteering here. The nights get very cold so be sure to bring thermals to make sure you don't wake from the cold at night. The room they provide get frosty (even for a Dutch girl like me).

over 2 years ago


Daniel replied

Yes friend, thank you for your support in school painting, in English classes, in psychological support for the girls.
God bless you, you sing impressively. We are looking for money to build the volunteer house.

Hanna

France

4

Daniel and his family are as sweet as they are engaged and ambitious. I had to help repainting the classrooms and I had access to all the material needed. You will also be welcomed to eat with the family all three meals (I found quantity ok but if too little for you, you can buy more food in the center which is close by) Daniel needs volunteers who are independent and willing to help, not just sleep and eat for free. There is work to do and it is a beautiful project :) Comfort is basic but again if you are here to help you will have a fulfilling experience with this nice family!

almost 2 years ago

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