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Volunteers are the heartbeat of our home. Whether you have a few hours or several weeks, your presence brings joy, stability, and hope to over 140 children.

Volunteer opportunities

Teaching & Tutoring

Help children with homework, reading, math, or computer skills. Flexible hours.

Weekly commitment

Arts & Crafts

Lead creative workshops, drawing, painting, music, or drama sessions.

Weekends available

Sports & Recreation

Coach football, basketball, or organize outdoor games and physical activities.

After-school hours

Mentorship

Be a positive role model. Spend one-on-one time with children who need extra support.

Ongoing commitment

Kitchen & Meals

Help prepare meals, teach cooking skills, or assist with food distribution.

Morning shifts

Administrative / IT

Assist with social media, website updates, grant writing, or data entry.

Remote or on-site

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 18 years (16-17 with guardian supervision)
  • Completed volunteer application form
  • Background check (for on-site volunteers)
  • Orientation session before starting
  • Commitment to child protection policies

Time commitment

Short-term: 1 day to 2 weeks (ideal for visitors)

Regular: 2-4 hours weekly for 3+ months

Internships: 4-12 weeks (academic credit available)

International volunteers welcome! We can assist with accommodation suggestions.

Skills we love

No special skills? Your compassion is enough! But if you have any of these, they're especially valuable:

Teaching / Education Counseling / Psychology Healthcare / Nursing Sports Coaching Arts & Crafts Photography / Video Social Media Grant Writing Event Planning Cooking / Nutrition IT / Web Design Music / Dance

Apply to volunteer

Fill out this form and we'll get back to you within 3-5 business days with next steps.

Your information is kept confidential.

Questions? Call us: +234 803 222 6789 or email volunteer@davansorphnghm.com

💬 Volunteer experiences

"Volunteering here changed my life. The kids' smiles are the best reward. I come every Saturday now."

— Sarah, tutor (2 years)

"I taught art classes for a month. Seeing their creativity flourish was incredible. I'll be back!"

— Michael, artist (USA)

"As a nurse, I helped with health checks. The staff is amazing and the children are so resilient."

— Dr. Ngozi, medical volunteer

Group volunteering

Corporate teams, school groups, and organizations welcome! We can arrange group activities, team-building projects, or one-day events.

Inquire about group volunteering