Volunteers from 13+ Countries and Counting

“My weeks at Dawm Urban School taught me more than I ever expected to teach the kids. Between lessons, we played every local game they could think of, and I picked up bits of Swahili just from being around them all day. Umu and the teachers made sure I always felt at home. I didn't just volunteer here — I found a second family.”

“I came to help with art classes at Iklas Orphanage and left with so much more than I gave. Painting with the children, hearing their laughter, sharing stories about home — it changed how I see the world. Umu's support made every day feel safe and meaningful.”

“I helped repaint classrooms at Fathiladhim School, and watching the walls come to life alongside the kids and other volunteers was unforgettable. Umu and the local teachers guided us through everything. I left with paint on my hands and love in my heart.”

“Teaching English at Glorious Academy and playing games with the children every afternoon gave me a rhythm I still miss. The community welcomed me like I'd always belonged. I learned Swahili phrases faster than I ever learned French in school.”

“Helping with the borehole project at Barani Primary School was hard, honest work — and completely worth it. Seeing children drink clean water for the first time is something I'll never forget. Umu's dedication to her community is contagious.”

“I spent my mornings teaching and my afternoons exploring Mombasa with Umu — the perfect balance. The kids at Tabaarak Orphanage welcomed me instantly, and by the end I was the one asking them to teach me things.”

“Volunteering at Khadija School meant early mornings, games at break time, and lessons that felt more like friendship than teaching. Living with Umu's family gave me a real sense of Kenyan life, not just a tourist's glimpse of it.”

“Helping distribute shoes, books, and hygiene supplies to families in the community was humbling. Every small act mattered more than I expected. Umu runs this with so much heart — you can feel it in everything she does.”

“My favorite part of volunteering at Glorious Academy was the afternoons — playing football with the kids until sunset. Living with Umu's family gave me a real window into Mombasa life, far beyond anything a guidebook could offer.”

“I helped distribute uniforms and school supplies to families in the community, and seeing a child's face light up over a simple pair of shoes stayed with me long after I left. This organization runs on pure heart.”

“I taught art classes at Iklas Orphanage, and the creativity of those children amazed me every single day. Umu's guidance and the warmth of the whole community made this the most meaningful trip of my life.”

“I spent my mornings teaching at Glorious Academy and my weekends exploring Diani and Watamu — a perfect mix of purpose and adventure. Umu made sure every part of the experience felt personal and safe.”

“Painting murals with the kids at Glorious Academy was pure joy — bright colors, big smiles, and a wall that now tells a story. Umu's passion for her community is something you feel from the very first day.”