Fundación VASE (Voluntariado para la Ayuda Social del Ecuador) is a non-profit organization, created in 2008. We work to strengthen intercultural relations, promote volunteer social aid and inspire the commitment of a global citizenship.
We believe in a world full of solidarity, social and personal development, as well as respect for diversity. Through volunteering we build new generations with values dedicated to improving global social conditions.
Fundación VASE is the only member in Ecuador of the ICYE (International Cultural Youth Exchange) federation. ICYE is an international non-governmental organization with more than 70 years of experience in promoting youth activity and global citizenship. Today ICYE is a federation with more than 40 national committees in America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania.

Aims of the project: 

To create a “haven” for disabled children, and to provide special therapy for them.

Project's activities:

The project focuses on rehabilitation, and also provides medical services for the children as well as a house to live in. All of them are either orphans or their parents can’t take care of them.

Volunteer's tasks:

The children are separated into 5 groups depending on their skills. With the younger children, volunteers will change diapers, bring them to bed, help them eat, etc. With older children, volunteers are helping with arts and crafts and play games to practice reading and writing. Depending on the preference, s/he can also help with therapeutic tasks.

Camp Hope is situated in the north of Quito (Carcelén). “Casa Hogar” is located in Carapungo (as well in the north).

The volunteer should have basic Spanish skills, a strong passion to help those in need. He should also be dedicated and respect the Christian beliefs (although he does not have to be Christian).

Participation fees from August 2023 to January 2024 :
- 4 weeks: 500 €
- Add 125 € for each additional week.