Volunteer Programs
Hold a hand, change a life
How it works
Are you looking for a safe and affordable volunteer abroad program? Do you want to make a real impact while you serve? Come volunteer with Orphanage Support Services Organization in Ecuador!
With OSSO, you'll volunteer to love children, experience life, and seek adventure. You will take care of, play with, befriend, and feed orphans in need.
When you volunteer abroad, your life will be changed for the better. You’ll gain a greater understanding of other cultures, develop leadership skills, and build your confidence while living in another country. Most importantly - your heart will grow and expand like never before as you care for the children!
What You Can Expect
When you volunteer abroad with OSSO, your main priority is to help meet the emotional needs of children living in orphanages! Your days might include playing soccer, reading books, doing crafts, wiping away tears, and giving hugs.
This is where you come in! OSSO volunteers help make sure every child knows they are loved, which is pivotal for their health and development. When needed, you may also help the orphanage staff with feeding the children, changing diapers, and other basic needs. For more detailed information click here to see what an average day in the life of a volunteer is like.
Explore our programs!
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Mary Sharp - OSSO Volunteer
OSSO is absolutely amazing! My experience volunteering with them has been everything I’d hoped it to be and more. The OSSO team is so well organized, with an incredible team that works both locally here in Ecuador and remotely to ensure that volunteers are safe and well cared for.
Chris Lindstrom - OSSO Volunteer
OSSO is absolutely amazing! My experience volunteering with them has been everything I’d hoped it to be and more. The OSSO team is so well organized, with an incredible team that works both locally here in Ecuador and remotely to ensure that volunteers are safe and well cared for.
What do our program fees pay for?
Donation fee includes:
Airport pick-up
Housing
WiFi
Clean water
Fully stocked kitchen and weekly groceries
24/7 in-country support by Volunteer Directors
Pre-departure and in-country training
Donation fee does not include:
Registration fee of $95 USD per adult applicant (covers background check and holds volunteer spot)
Flights
Passport
Travel insurance
Personal spending (souvenirs, restaurants, shopping, etc.)
Our Locations
Cuenca, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
OSSO PARTNERS
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(801) 214-8849
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OSSO is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization aligned with the principles, teachings, and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; however, OSSO is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Church. While primarily a member-created organization, volunteer opportunities are open to people of all faiths who are willing to follow OSSO's code of conduct. Our Statement of Faith
Photos on this website are used with permission and follow Ecuador’s privacy policies for children in orphanages.
OSSO is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization aligned with the principles, teachings, and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; however, OSSO is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Church. While primarily a member-created organization, volunteer opportunities are open to people of all faiths who are willing to follow OSSO's code of conduct.
Our Statement of Faith
Photos on this website are used with permission and follow Ecuador’s privacy policies for children in orphanages.