Fundacion Justo y Necesario: School for abandoned and impoverished children

This is a charity designed to provide education and vocational training for abandoned children and those living in extreme poverty. It is a Catholic organization currently supporting 50 children and their families where children can access elementary school, a health program and dietary advice. Alongside this they also engage in cultural and sporting activities and field trips to the beach and surrounding area.

Details

Volunteers at this placement can be involved in all aspects of the children's learning including teaching English and other curricular, music, dance and sports. They also run computer courses throughout the year which volunteers can assist with. The charity provide nutritional advice and dietary plans and are frequently engaged in health programs providing regular check-ups for the kids and any necessary vaccines.

Dates and Costs

Dates

Placements throughout the year

Cost

Two Weeks - $750
One Month - $1,175
Two Months - $1,750
One Semester - $4,250