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Gift Your Time: Volunteer Your Heart and Talents

At Albert Schweitzer Familienwerk Foundation Philippines, Inc. (ASFFPI), we believe that volunteering is a powerful channel for the expression of human kindness and the embodiment of transformative compassion. Our mission extends far beyond the physical walls of shelter; we aspire to create a haven where young hearts not only find refuge but also experience the profound warmth and embrace of a true family. Picture yourself becoming an integral part of this haven, where your commitment to volunteerism can unlock a world of positive change for these vulnerable children.

Immerse yourself in the joyous journey of volunteering at ASFFPI, where every moment spent contributes to the collective enrichment of lives. As a volunteer, you have the incredible opportunity to become a mentor and tutor to our children, weaving the fabric of positive influence and encouragement. Your presence becomes a guiding light, offering not just academic support but also fostering emotional growth and resilience.

Imagine the smiles you can inspire, the dreams you can nurture, and the confidence you can instill. Whether you are passionate about education, arts, sports, or simply being a supportive friend, there is a place for you within our family. Engage in one-on-one tutoring sessions, lead inspiring workshops, or organize recreational activities that fuel not only their academic progress but also their personal development.

Your dedication as a volunteer transcends time; it becomes a bridge connecting two worlds—one of abundance and another in need. Join us in this fulfilling journey, where the commitment of your time and talents becomes the catalyst for transformation. Each volunteered hour contributes to the creation of lasting memories, the building of self-esteem, and the cultivation of a sense of belonging for these precious children. Enrich lives, including your own, by embracing the power of volunteering at ASFFPI. Together, let’s create a haven where compassion blooms, and young hearts flourish.

Testimonials from Volunteers

My time in the center was ‘the time of my life’! It’s difficult to describe for anyone how amazing Childrens Haven is. All staff and all children have their own beautiful and amazing personality. Everyone is loving, thankful and caring. The time in the center made me happy and grateful. We had so much fun and so many good talks about life, problems, future etc. I became a part of the family and I’m lucky and blessed because of that! I miss my brothers, sisters, ate, kuya etc. every single day! Childrens Haven deserves the best and I will recommend everyone to donate for this place. ?You never really leave a place or person you love, part of them you take with you ,leaving a part of yourself behind.? Childrens Haven will forever be in my heart!

– Mia
One big family

‘Expect the unexpected’ – these words describe the work in the ASFFPI for me. Everything is possible here if you are open minded and full of heart. Living in the center let me grow personally. I was immediately here and could follow every step of the children, I could support them in their daily life and also tried to work out their problems. Learning together, playing together, doing some activities with them, helping the staff members with their daily work – all these things made my stay here excited day by day. The kids are amazing, I could learn a lot of them and their joy of life let me realize what the important things in life are. My biggest project was to create a magazine together with the kids. I am very proud of the result; the kids had a lot of good ideas and wrote the articles by themselves. Being a volunteer here in the ASFFPI was the best decision in my life. The kids will be in my heart forever, like the staff members and all the nice people I met here.

– Stefanie Riedlecker
Austrian volunteer

I really loved my time in the orphanage and I wanted to thank the staff members for their kindness. I had never been to the Philippines before and I discovered a very beautiful country! People are friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my time here organizing activities for the children like going to the beach, playing team games, or supporting them for their first day at school. Children are all adorable and it’s a pleasure to live with them. I have no regret about this experience without not be able to stay more. I hope the best for every child!

– Leila bm
French volunteer