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Fundacion Bolivar Education: Volunteer Work in Ecuador

Foundation Bolivar Education is a non-profit organization based in Quito and founded in 1995, giving support to different areas where volunteers make a difference through their work and contribution. The foundation's assistance is carefully studied and targeted to maximize all resources in order to attend to the most critical issues. Our Volunteer Coordinators monitor the combined development of volunteers and projects, assuring a high-quality and beneficialexperience for both parties.

Quito’s ideal location is the gateway of Ecuador’s diverse four regions. Sitting tall in the Andean Highlands is Quito, to the west is the Pacific Coast, to the East you will find the Ecuadorian Amazonand just a hop away are the Galapagos Islands.

Ecuador is a developing country where a helping hand from volunteers is always needed. Volunteers can choose from 7 different specialized programs within the four regions of Ecuador:

Animal Welfare
Senior Citizens
Health
Education
Children & Youth
Agriculture
Business Development

Organization details

Our foundation connects volunteers looking for meaningful experiences with Ecuador's people and vibrant culture with a chance to experience Ecuador to the fullest in any of its four regions in the Galapagos, Andes, Pacific Coast and Amazon Jungle.

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