“In the short amount of time that I was able to spend with the GLO House, I was privileged to experience such a special bond. Each child was radiant with gratitude for everything that they have been given because of this organization.”

- Miranda Meadows, USA

A life changing experience

Volunteering abroad is a transformative experience. If offers the chance to explore the world, connect with new people, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and create lifelong memories.

We aim to provide our volunteers with all this and more. As a volunteer, you’ll live at The GLO House and work closely with the children, engaging in meaningful activities. You’ll collaborate with our Community Outreach Coordinator on lesson planning, tutor children in our after-school program, contribute to community enrichment projects, and even lend a hand on our farm.

Your journey to Cape Town won’t just leave a lasting impact on your life—it will also make a profound and positive difference in the lives of the children and their communities.

Whats included in your trip

  • Transport to and from the airport
  • Meals: Monday- Friday. Breakfast and dinner.
  • Residential accommodations at The Glo House or a local volunteer house (depending on availability)
  • Weekend reprieves for sight-seeing and travel
  • Surfing Lessons
  • Certificate of Completion that connects you to our global community

What to expect

Our volunteers are actively involved in all of our projects, ensuring a fulfilling and varied experience. For two days each week, you’ll start your day in the informal settlement, working at a daycare center. Your responsibilities will include preparing lunch for the children, teaching preschool lessons, assisting with reading and art activities, and developing creative and engaging teaching strategies to capture the children’s attention.

There after, you’ll have a short lunch break before preparing to welcome the kids from our after-school program. Your role will involve supporting them with reading and homework. In the evening, you’re welcome to join us for dinner and even lend a hand in its preparation.

If you choose to stay for dinner, your typical volunteer day will run from 8 AM to 7 PM. Weekends are your time to relax and explore—whether enjoying the local area or having a peaceful weekend in. Friday nights feature family movie or game nights, Saturdays are often spent at the beach, and Sundays are dedicated to family activities where we enjoy fun outings together.

Our home is open

We realise that the main difficulty with planning a volunteer trip abroad is finding a program that accommodates your budget and schedule. For this reason, we have decided not to operate on set cycles.

We accept volunteers all year round and partner with you to settle on a duration of time that works for your schedule, budget, and goals. With The GLO House, your volunteer experience is meaningful, personal and customisable. Contact us today to start planning the trip of a lifetime!

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