Volunteer Programs in India
India, rich in complexity and cultural depth, has long drawn travelers to its vibrant lands. Once home to great civilizations and powerful sultanates, modern India stands as a rising global force, full of promise. Yet, challenges like poverty and development remain as the nation strides forward. Volunteering in India means supporting impactful development initiatives while immersing oneself in the lively traditions and flavors of one of the world’s most colorful and diverse countries.
130 Volunteer Programs in India


Kaya Responsible Travel

Volunteering for 16 and 17 Year Olds in India
Kaya Responsible Travel welcomes teen volunteers ages 16 and 17 t...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
World’s #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!
International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) brings people together from all...
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Volunteering With India
Elephant Volunteer Work & Animal Conservation in India
Join VWI as a volunteer and help care for elephants in Heritage C...
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Volunteer Quest India

Volunteer in India: Meaningful Travel & Community Impact
India, with its rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, and d...
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
India - Teaching and Community Work in Goa
Join us in Goa for a meaningful volunteer experience! Participant...
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GVI
High School Volunteer Abroad Programs
GVI offers a variety of opportunities for young adults between th...
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Volunteer World
Volunteer World: Best Volunteer Abroad Programs Worldwide
Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...
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Pacific Discovery
Nepal & India Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery
Pacific Discovery's Nepal & India Gap Semester offers a transform...

Child Family Health International
Global Health in Dehradun and Rural Himalayas, India
The Child Family Health International Rural and Urban Himalayan R...
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Love Volunteers
Teaching and Development in India
If you've always wanted to experience life in rural India and mak...
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GoBeyond Student Travel
GoBeyond - Global Community Service Adventures for Teens
This program goes beyond ordinary high school travel programs and...
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World Endeavors
Volunteer in India with World Endeavors
World Endeavors offers several enriching volunteer programs. Volu...

Carpe Diem Education
India & Nepal Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
Come face-to-face with complex social structures, diverse religio...

Global Impact Homes
Rebuild a Home for Girls in India with Global Impact Homes
We invite you to join us from 9 - 16 February in Puducherry, Indi...
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Globe Aware
Fighting Inequality in India
Participate in Globe Aware's India program and provide much-neede...
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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in India
Prepare for Volunteering
Set goals
Setting goals can help shape your volunteer experience in India, ensuring it’s meaningful and productive. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Focus on specific skills. Is there something you’re eager to bring to the table, like teaching English, assisting in a health clinic, or joining a reforestation project? Pick one or two things that light you up, so you can give your best.
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