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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Direct Impact on Women and Girls
  • Diverse Volunteer Roles – Something for Everyone!
  • Meaningful Community Engagement

Highlights

  • Direct Impact on Women and Girls
  • Diverse Volunteer Roles – Something for Everyone!
  • Meaningful Community Engagement
  • Skill Development & Leadership Growth
  • Be Part of a Sustainable, Long-Term Solution, Recognition and Networking Opportunities


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+
    Wheel Chairs

    About the program

    Caring for at-risk infants and children who are abandoned or otherwise, resource limited can have a lasting impact on a child’s well-being and is one of most rewarding.

    Help Build Safe & Dignified Sanitation for Families on Buyiga Island 

    On Buyiga Island, access to safe and hygienic sanitation remains a challenge, especially for single-mother households and young girls. Many families rely on unsafe, makeshift latrines or, in some cases, have no latrines at all. ..

    About the program

    Help Build Safe & Dignified Sanitation for Families on Buyiga Island 

    On Buyiga Island, access to safe and hygienic sanitation remains a challenge, especially for single-mother households and young girls. Many families rely on unsafe, makeshift latrines or, in some cases, have no latrines at all. This puts women and girls at risk—risk of disease, risk of assault when seeking privacy in the open, and risk of missing out on education due to poor sanitation facilities.

    A single-family latrine costs just $1,500, but the impact is life-changing. With your support, we can build safe, durable, and private sanitation facilities for vulnerable families, improving their health, dignity, and quality of life.

    How Volunteers Can Make a Difference

    We are looking for passionate volunteers to help make this project a reality. Whether you have expertise in construction, fundraising, education, or advocacy, there’s a role for you!

    🔨 Construction & Logistics Volunteers

    • Assist in digging, bricklaying, and setting up latrines.
    • Help transport materials and manage site logistics.
    • Support in ensuring proper construction techniques are followed.

    💰 Fundraising & Sponsorship Volunteers

    • Reach out to sponsors, businesses, and donors to raise funds.
    • Organize community and online fundraising events.
    • Develop proposals for grants and corporate partnerships.

    📢 Awareness & Education Volunteers

    • Train families on hygiene, sanitation, and latrine maintenance.
    • Use social media and storytelling to attract global support.
    • Engage schools in promoting good hygiene practices.
    Why This Project Matters
    • Reduces the spread of waterborne diseases like cholera and diarrhea.
    • Provides dignity and privacy to women and girls, ensuring their safety.
    • Encourages school attendance by improving access to proper sanitation.

    By joining or supporting this cause, you are not just building latrines—you are building healthier and safer communities for women and girls on Buyiga Island.

    📩 Get Involved Today!

    • Volunteer your time or skills.
    • Sponsor a family latrine with a donation of $1,500.
    • Spread the word and help us bring dignity to these communities.

    Together, we can change lives, one latrine at a time.



    Typical day

    We work Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm although sometimes it depends on what needs to be accomplished. Typical working days start with staff meeting to review the tasks at hand including following up on the unfinished ones and planning for the next. Then everyone will get to work on their ...

    Typical day

    We work Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm although sometimes it depends on what needs to be accomplished. Typical working days start with staff meeting to review the tasks at hand including following up on the unfinished ones and planning for the next. Then everyone will get to work on their assigned tasks including those going to the field or attend external meetings. We have team breakfast at 10:30 am and lunch at 1:00 pm at office 

    However flexibility is very important at this level


    Free-time activities

    In your free time there is many options for activities! A lot of our volunteers like to take extended weekends to do safari, gorilla trekking or adventure water sports. All of these are at the volunteers own cost, but are organized through our local partners to ensure the best price and ...

    Free-time activities

    In your free time there is many options for activities! A lot of our volunteers like to take extended weekends to do safari, gorilla trekking or adventure water sports. All of these are at the volunteers own cost, but are organized through our local partners to ensure the best price and experience. Our close proximity to Kampala means there is plenty of opportunity to explore the craft markets, eat local food and go to local events including soccer games. We encourage volunteers to travel on their weekends and will help arrange trips or activities. 


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at College or University level level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV and recommendation letters

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    no specific skills are required however flexibility and patience are very important as you will be working with children of different ages and levels of ability. A background or some knowledge of performing arts is an asset for this project, whether in dance, drama, or music. Any experience of teaching , play would also be an advantage but is not essential. You should keep a flexible attitude towards working in a new and a multi-cultural environment.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Saint Ann Foundation

    • Airport pick-up,
    • Pre-Departure Information,
    • Accommodation,
    • Orientation,
    • 24 hrs Assistance and support from Staff,
    • Certification of completion

    Airport Pickup at Entebbe International Airport

    Once the volunteer(s) apply to volunteer with Saint Ann Foundation, It’s the responsibility of us to pick up the volunteer from for Airport, we shall pick put him / her from the Airport (Entebbe International Airport) upon arrival and taken to the Foundation residence. After your confirmation to volunteer with Saint Ann Foundation, please provide us with the travel details to Uganda. And on arrival day you will find our staff waiting for you.

    Accommodation

    We provided a home stay program at the Saint Ann Foundation kindergarten.

    We provide a shared room for single sex volunteers, private room for couples.

    We have both an indoor and outdoor bathroom and bathroom.

    Our accommodation rooms are 10 x 12 feets.

    Volunteer(s) are advised to come with personal tents and mosquito repellents for Camping.


    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Internet Access

    Sorry, no access at the project site

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Entebbe. We assist you to find cheap flights to Uganda. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Uganda provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Uganda you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Uganda. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Once the volunteer(s) apply to volunteer with Saint Ann Foundation, It’s the responsibility of us to pick up the volunteer from for Airport, we shall pick put him / her from the Airport (Entebbe International Airport) upon arrival and taken to the Foundation residence. After your confirmation to volunteer with Saint Ann Foundation, please provide us with the travel details to Uganda. And on arrival day you will find our staff waiting for you.

    Volunteer(s) are welcomed at any time of the year and any day of the week.

    The first day the volunteer(s) arrive at the home stay orientation take place where they are briefed on what to do any when to do it and the third day the volunteer(s) are taken to foundations to start work.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    4 weeks (min. stay) 221€
    8 weeks 1,766€
    12 weeks (max. stay) 2,649€
    Average fees 138€/week

    Program fees

    138€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    4 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with Saint Ann Foundation during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

    4.91
    18 reviews

    2021
    The entire trip was outstanding! Abel does any excellent job with caring for the children. The children are feed, clothed and schooled very ...
    Tonya Carrington

    Caregiver Supporter

    2021
    Spending time with the children at the St Ann foundation's school was amazing and a very memorable part of my Uganda experience. To be able ...
    Grace Thornbrough

    Caregiver Supporter

    2020
    Amazing school staff and children were so beautiful abs helpful, such a rewarding school to go too, can’t wait to go back and see all the ...
    Nicole Coolegem

    Caregiver Supporter

    2020
    Had an amazing time working with St Ann’s, there was a huge amount of incredible people to meet who helped direct what activities it would ...
    Molly Fromont

    Caregiver Supporter

    2019
    Being a part of Bridge of Hope Global and being able to venture to Saint Ann Foundation is refreshing, full of blessings and so much fun! ...
    Esther Mathews

    Caregiver Supporter

    2019
    Having volunteered at Saint Ann Foundation, I am incredibly impressed with their operations. Saint Ann Foundation is an NGO concerned with ...
    Katie Middleton

    Caregiver Supporter

    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Uganda > Kampala

    Meet your project coordinator

    Abel Robert
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    4.91
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    2017
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