ESC: Hands to Help, Hearts to Share: Volunteer in Our Kindergarten

Name: ESC: Hands to Help, Hearts to Share: Volunteer in Our Kindergarten
Start: 2025-10-01
End: 2026-07-14
Location: Vilnius, Lithuania

Code: 48362 Copied

Lithuania European Voluntary Service Environment Education Culture European Voluntary Service Environment +2 Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

Our kindergarten life is based on non-formal education – here, play, creativity, and joy are at the heart of everything we do. This is not a school, so most of the time children are playing, exploring, and learning how to be together: how to make friends, respect one another, and simply enjoy being children. The kids are 2–6 years old. They speak Lithuanian (some are just beginning to develop their language skills). For them, having an adult nearby is very important – someone to show their discoveries to (“look, I built a car!”) to ask questions when curiosity sparks, or simply to feel safe, knowing that a caring adult is always around. As a volunteer, your role is to be present. At first, this might mean something as simple as saying “Labas!” (“Hello”), observing their games, joining in their play, and being a positive example. Small gestures from you can mean a lot to a child. If you want to experience the magical world of early childhood––this volunteering opportunity is for you!

🏠 Accommodation on site

*Travel expenses from your home country to Lithuania and back are covered, with reimbursement depending on the distance. *Accommodation in a comfortable shared apartment with other volunteers. Private room for each volunteer. Shared kitchen, bathroom, and common spaces to encourage community living. All utilities (electricity, water, heating, internet) are fully covered by the organization. *Monthly food allowance and pocket money provided. *Local transportation pass included for easy and comfortable travel around the city.

🎒 Leisure activities

Volunteers take part in several trainings to support their journey. Before departure, a preparatory session is held by the sending organization. Soon after arrival, the Lithuanian National Youth Agency offers on-arrival training. Midway through the project, a mid-term seminar brings volunteers together to reflect, share experiences, and recharge. Depending on the home country, some volunteers join training after returning home. Throughout, a tutor supports daily activities and a mentor helps reflect on the international ESC experience.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We’re not looking for superheroes with years of experience. We’re not asking for fancy diplomas or perfect English (though of course, you’re welcome to bring them along!). What we are looking for is your motivation – the spark that makes you want to join us. Be ready to share it with us! There are just a few things you need: Be ready to stay in Lithuania for the full duration of the project you choose. Be between 18–30 years old. And make sure you haven’t already taken part in a long-term EVS or ESC volunteering project. That’s it! If you’ve got the motivation, we’ve got the place for you.
Deadline: 30/09/2025 15:09

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?

Training before and after the project
Health insurance during your project
round-trip travel reimbursement
accommodation and food
pocket money
language course
Return Week-end
Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

LT48362

01/10/2025 → 14/07/2026

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Deadline: 30/09/2025

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–30 years old

Solidarity donation

0.00 EUR

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

📍 Location

J. Matulaičio a. 3, 05111 Vilnius, Lithuania

Lithuania

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Eastern European Standard Time

Local time: 21:52 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Lithuanian Russian