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Daycare Center for Vulnerable Children

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About the project

Daycare Center for Vulnerable Children

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Our partner in Kenya is a volunteer driven non profit and non governmental community development organization focused on supporting marginalized and impoverished communities in rural Western Kenya.
They are a community development project that is operating in Western Kenya, we are registerd and recognized both in Kenya and Switzerland.
Their mission is to address the challenges arising from economic, social, and cultural disparities by offering comprehensive support to individuals and communities. They strive to create lasting change by promoting sustainable development initiatives that empower communities to thrive. Through our holistic approach, we not only address immediate needs but also work to build resilient systems that foster self-sufficiency. By focusing on the interconnectedness of various factors affecting communities, we aim to cultivate an environment where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential and improve their quality of life.

💼 What the programme involves

Daycare Center, a nurturing environment designed to provide a safe haven for approximately 20-25 children aged 2 to 5 years daily, rescued from vulnerable families facing extreme poverty. The center not only offers a place of care and learning but also serves as a critical lifeline for these families, enabling parents to seek employment and improve their economic situations.
Key Features of the Daycare Center:
Safe and Supportive Environment: the daycare provides a warm, friendly, and safe space where children can play, learn, and grow. The organization prioritize their emotional and physical well-being, ensuring they feel secure and valued.

Nutritional Support: Currently, the organization offer limited nutritional support with lunch provided twice a week. However, they recognize that proper nutrition is fundamental for the growth and development of young children. To address this, they are actively seeking support from well-wishers and local partners to expand our feeding program and make it a daily service.
Inclusive Approach: the organization believe in the importance of inclusion, which is why we also welcome children with disabilities—many of whom are often hidden in their communities. The daycare fosters an environment of acceptance and integration, allowing all children to learn from one another and build lifelong friendships regardless of their backgrounds.

Community Empowerment: By relieving some of the burdens faced by struggling families, the daycare allows parents to pursue employment opportunities with peace of mind, knowing their children are in good hands.

Volunteer Tasks Available:

Here are some ways you can contribute:

Teaching and Mentoring: Share your knowledge and skills by engaging with children through educational activities, storytelling, arts and crafts, or music. Your presence can inspire and enrich their learning experience.

Nutritional Support: Help us coordinate our feeding program by assisting with meal preparation, planning nutritious menus, or organizing food drives to secure daily meals for the children.

Garden and Outdoor Activities: Join us in creating a safe and engaging outdoor environment for children. Volunteer to help with gardening projects, outdoor play, or nature walks to instill a love for the outdoors.

Fundraising and Awareness Campaigns: Assist us in raising awareness about our Daycare Center by organizing fundraising events or campaigns. Your creativity and connections can help us secure essential resources for our program.

Administrative Support: Help us with daily operations, including organizing files, managing social media outreach, and assisting with communication and scheduling.


To further enhance our nutritional support, the Daycare Center is proud to introduce a sustainable farming initiative aimed at maximizing food production for our children. This initiative not only provides fresh and healthy meals but also teaches children the value of agriculture and sustainability.
Farmwork Activities Include:
• Weeding: Volunteers can help maintain the health of our crops by assisting with regular weeding sessions, ensuring our plants have the proper nutrients and space to grow.
• Planting: Engaging with either older children and (or) local volunteer(s) in planting activities fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility. Volunteers can guide children as they plant seeds and seedlings, teaching them about the growth process.
• Watering: Regular watering is crucial for our crops. Volunteers will assist in watering the plants and teaching children the importance of providing care to living things.
• Harvesting: Once our crops have matured, volunteers will help with the harvest, providing fresh produce for our meals while allowing children to experience the joy of gathering food they’ve participated in growing.

🏠 Accommodation on site

The organization offer volunteers comfortable accommodation in host families with private rooms (single or shared double beds) to ensure privacy and comfort. 

🍲 Food

Inclusive in our volunteers' experience is nourishing meals, with breakfast and dinner made from locally sourced ingredients. For lunch, volunteers can either dine with their host family or opt for meals provided by the project. The organization encourage the volunteer to communicate any dietary restrictions or special requests, such as vegan preferences, in advance. Their's goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment for all volunteers. They look forward to making our volunteers' experience fulfilling and memorable!

🤝 Meeting point

Kisumu Airport (western and southern Kenya)

ℹ️ Additional information

The fee includes:

- Airport transfers
- 2–3-day orientation seminar
- Overview of the city and local environment
- Accommodation and meals during orientation and project placement
- Coordination and office support

Not included:
- Beverages (soda, beer, mineral water, etc.)
- Personal items (toiletries, etc.)
- Sightseeing expenses
- Flights, Visa and extension fees
- Direct donations to the project
- All Local transportation including to the project site

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📷 Project photos

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📅 Available sessions

Daycare Center

01/01/2024 at 00:00 → 31/12/2025 at 00:00

Closed
Volunteers registered 0 / 10
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ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–99 years old

Solidarity donation

255.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

Kakamega, Kenya

Kenya

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Kenyan Shilling (KES / KSh)

Exchange rate

1 KES = 0.006892 EUR

Rate as of 31/05/2026

Timezone

East Africa Time

Local time: 21:33 (12/11/2026)

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Swahili