India

Amazing, chaotic, beautiful, intoxicating, crazy, squalid, daunting, fascinating, exasperating, exhausting. India has been described as all of these things and many, many more. “Cradle of civilization,” India is home to centuries of history, tradition, myth, and magic. With over a billion people, at least 20 different languages spoken, almost all of the major religious traditions practiced, and some of the world’s most striking geography, wildlife, and architecture, India simply has no shortage of stimulus to capture the imagination.

Unfortunately, despite rapid growth and development, much of India remains highly impoverished. Rapid urbanization has pushed many of India’s young people into slums where the struggle to get by everyday impedes any hopes of staying in school and finding a way out. And conditions in rural communities are no easier as families struggle daily with a lack of food, clean water, electricity, and basic healthcare. Our projects in India are focused in the northern state of Rajasthan where there are strong cultural traditions and warm, lively people. Our efforts center around education and community development. There is no shortage of need and no lack of magic in this mystical land.

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What You Will Remember

THE ADVENTURE

It is not just the contradictions but the experiences that are exotic and otherworldly. Where else can you see elephants lumbering down busy streets, grossly overloaded trucks barely navigating traffic upright, and women balancing unfathomably heavy water jugs on their heads? India is one bold adventure after another.

THE CULTURE

India is a country of strange opposition — magnificent opulence and shocking squalor, raucous city streets and peaceful temples, arid deserts and lush tropics, playful festivals and ascetic traditions… Everywhere you turn there are new sights, sounds, and scents to intoxicate you. It is hard to experience India without feeling that you have lived a lifetime in just a short stay.

YOUR IMPACT

Poverty is extreme in India, and the need is great. Education and resources are limited. The children and families of the villages where we stay are happy, optimistic people who work hard every day despite challenging conditions. The community is eager to learn and quick to become friends. You will see the results of your efforts immediately, though the impact (and the memories) will long endure.

India Service Projects

Projects are based on community needs and community direction, but traditionally fall under the category of access to education. Here are a few examples.

teaching women & children

raising awareness for women's rights

games & activities at youth center

Travel Highlights

In addition to volunteering, you will have time to travel and explore much of what the country has to offer

COOKING LOCAL DISHES

YOUTH EXCHANGE

COOKING LOCAL DISHES

A TRADITIONAL WELCOME

YOUTH EXCHANGE

MARCHING IN THE STREETS

A TRADITIONAL WELCOME

TOURING HISTORIC SITES

SUPPORTING LOCAL SCHOOLS

SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION

SUPPORTING LOCAL SCHOOLS

ARTS & CRAFTS

Testimonials

The program has taught me the impact of doing community service and the amazing amount of bonding we can do and the difference we can make by working together as a team and being guided by great leaders.”

Aaron

Student

Lisa and Vincent both had a wonderful experience on your Dream Volunteers Summer Program. The camp was very well done. We were impressed. Thank you for all your hard work.”

Sabine

Parent

This experience has allowed me to empathize with and learn about those who live differently from me. I’ve realized that although we have our differences, there are many ways in which we are the same. This program has also inspired me to continue with my community service work.

Brynn

Student

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