Accepted Volunteers
If you've already been accepted to OSSO's volunteer program, this is the page for you! Here you will find information and resources that will help you prepare for your upcoming experience or make your current adventure even more epic.
Volunteer Preparations
Once accepted, you'll want to start preparing for your experience in Ecuador. Be sure to follow the instructions in your acceptance email. For convenience, on this page are all the checklists, packing lists, and quizzes you’ll need in order to prepare for your trip.
Start your preparations with the following three steps.
Download, print, and complete the volunteer checklist.
Pay your program fees.
Immunizations
Before traveling with OSSO, we require you to stay up-to-date with CDC regulations, speak with your personal physician, and be current on all regular immunizations including the following.
Hepatitis A & B
Typhoid Fever
Flu Shot
COVID-19 is no longer required to volunteer, although some orphanages still require volunteers to wear masks.
NOTE: Where you will be living in Ecuador is between 8,200 to 9,200 ft (2,500 to 2,800 meters) above sea level. No Malaria medication is necessary for Ecuador. See the CDC website for more information.
Quizzes
Click below to access the required Volunteer Quiz and Travel Instructions Quiz.
Additional Ideas
Keep exploring! Take a look at our Pinterest boards for kids' activities, bucket-list adventures, travel tips, inspirational quotes, and more.
OSSO's Pinterest is a useful resource for volunteers before, while, and after volunteering.
Want to practice your Spanish? Check out our Spanish manual here!