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International Volunteers Information
Grenada is a small volcanic island in the Caribbean. It has many amazing beaches and is host to the Grand Etang rainforest. Grenada is known as the Island of Spice due to its high production of nutmeg. It is still one of the least spoilt islands of the Caribbean. Elvira's Garden has 2 locations in the South of the island in 2 of the 6 Parishes, St David's and St George's.
Our project allows volunteers to gain hands-on experience with day-to-day
"local" life in Grenada and contribute massively to the impact of young
people here on this tiny but beautiful island.
Volunteers get the opportunity to educate and build social skills of
young people within our Youth Centre, gaining an insight into
the agriculture of Grenada and participating in our
many avenues of fundraising within the
local community.
To book your place on the project email us at
elvirasgardenofficial@gmail.com
Elvira’s Garden Community Centre (EGCC) is based in St David’s and provides a safe, welcoming space where children can learn, play, build confidence and experience new opportunities. Throughout the year we run our free After-School Club, alongside our Easter, Summer and Christmas Holiday Camps for children aged approximately 3–15, this is when the Community Centre becomes a busy programme of activities, swimming, educational sessions, games, creative workshops, visiting instructors and field trips. Outside of camp periods, there is also opportunities to support our free After-School Club. Every placement is different depending on the programme running, the children attending and where support is most needed. Flights, travel/medical insurance and personal expenses are not included in the cost. It is mandatory for you to take out travel and medical insurance for the duration of your time here with us.
Photos of the accommodation are below: (Please note accommodation is shared/communal)
International volunteers stay in our shared volunteer accommodation in Woburn, St George’s. The house is a simple, communal living environment where volunteers from different backgrounds can live together during their placement. Accommodation is shared, so volunteers should come expecting a relaxed community-style home rather than hotel accommodation. However, all rooms have Air Conditioning. Your arrival day is your opportunity to settle in, unpack and recover from travelling before starting your placement.
Your role will depend on your experience, interests and the programme running during your placement. You may help with:
Supporting groups of children throughout the day, Games, sports and recreational activities, Arts, crafts and creative activities, Educational and homework sessions, Swimming and outdoor activities, supporting visiting instructors and workshops, accompanying children on field trips, helping during meals and snack times, Preparing activities and resources, setting up and packing away programme areas, Supporting the general day-to-day running of the Community Centre.
You will be working alongside the Elvira’s Garden team and under supervision. You do not need to be a qualified teacher or childcare professional to apply. What matters most is that you are responsible, adaptable, enthusiastic and genuinely interested in working with children and becoming part of our team. On your days off (which will vary each week to allow you to see all the island has to offer) you will have a list of interesting activities you can do such as explore the lush rainforests, cooling waterfalls, spice markets, cocoa plantations, rum distilleries, snorkelling and much more!
Our standard international volunteer contribution is: US$300 Per Week. The contribution helps us cover the cost of hosting international volunteers, including accommodation, utilities, groceries, transport and other placement-related expenses. Volunteers who commit to the full duration of selected Holiday Camp periods may receive a reduction of up to 50% on the standard weekly contribution.
Your volunteer placement includes:
• Shared volunteer accommodation, Food and groceries during your placement, Airport transfers, • Transport to and from the Community Centre during your placement, • Orientation, • Support and supervision from the Elvira’s Garden team
Volunteers are responsible for their own:
• Flights to Grenada, • Travel and medical insurance, • Personal spending money, • Activities and excursions during their free time.
Send us your proposed dates to elvirasgardenofficial@gmail.com and we will confirm the contribution applicable to your placement.
