Daya Orphanage

Introduction:

The Orphanage of DAYA was established in the year 2004 in the heart of city, Bhubaneswar, Orissa state. DAYA is a Christian based organization whose main purpose is bringing the fatherhood of God to the fatherless. The orphanage has grown steadily over the last 5 years and we have now 2 buildings - one which
houses 10 boys, and the other which houses 20 girls. The children live on site, receiving a Christ centered education, food, clothing and love.

The children in our care come from a remote tribal area where schooling and medical care were not available. Thier families have lost thier stability through disease and calamity. Now the children are enrolled in school and have not only caught up with thier peers academically, but are excelling in their studies. (Indian children in general are very studious and appreciate the chance for an education.)

We also run a small school for slum children. There are 20 children at present. Mostly the parents of these children are daily workers, alcoholic and illiterate. Every day we give these children snacks and two days a week free lunch. The majority of these children are considered as lower caste/untouchable according to Hindu caste system.

Project director:

Rev. Shantipriya Basiston is the project director and she will communicate with the volunteers. Shantipriya is a dedicated Christian who started the ministry to help needy children. For the last 9 years she has been working among orphans & abused children.

Accommodation:

This price includes food and a room for each volunteer.

Environment:

Bhubaneswar is the capital town of Orissa state. It is situated 40 miles away from the Puri Sea. It has flight, road and train facilitates.

The area is pollution-free with a wonderful tropical climate throughout the year.

Bhubaneswar has famous archeological sites such as the sun temple, Khandagir and Udeigiri. It is one of the best tourist destinations in India.

Weekend and free time can be spent in the nearby zoo, museum, sea, parks and in different beautiful archeological places.

Who do we need?

We prefer talented older volunteers (age 30+) or couples / family who would like to come spend time with our children. The volunteer should have a love for children and good character through which to act as a role example for the children.

What will you do?

Volunteers can help in any of the following areas:
• Childcare
• Fundraising
• Teaching English
• Drawings or paintings.
• Handicrafts or Other skills.
• Gardening.
• Songs, teaching musical instrument etc

Read previous volunteers' experiences here

Volunteer Vacanices

4 Volunteers at any time. Only couples and males. Below is our booking calendar which is updated in real time.