Once a Volunteer, Always a Volunteer

HOW YOU CAN STILL BE A PART OF THE OSSO LEGACY...

Your time in Ecuador has come to an end. But a piece of your heart will always remain with the children you served. The orphans have become in a very real sense "your kids." So, how do you keep taking care of, loving, and making a difference for them?

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There are many ways you can continue to serve and help the kids you fell in love with!

1. Share Your Story

Share, share, share! Tell everyone you can about your experience! The more people who know about OSSO, the more volunteers there will be who can help take care of your kids, and the more likely it will be that OSSO will have the funds to continue helping in Ecuador.

Share photos and stories online. Create slideshow presentations to share with your classes, church groups, family, and friends. Tell your story in the best way that works for you.

2. Donate

Become a member of The OSSO Village, our monthly giving community. Whether you pay $5 or $500 a month, each dollar goes a long way to helping the children and disabled we support.

We also accept one-time donations.

3. Fundraise

Find ways in your local community to help OSSO by asking for donations or by fundraising. When you fundraise for OSSO, not only does it provide funds for the orphans, but it also brings about awareness of our program too. A win-win.

4. Volunteer Again

Start planning your next trip! Returning alumni receive a discount! Take a friend who you think would love to serve those children as you did!

Spread the Word

One of the most important ways you can help your kids is to share your experience with others. Tell your story. Share *photos, inspiring quotes, fundraiser info, links to our website, personal stories, and more.

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Social Media

We love it when our volunteers spread the word about OSSO via social media! It's one of the easiest and most effective ways to tell your story and encourage others to apply or donate.

Use #ossovolunteer on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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Blogging

Whether you start a travel blog before, during, or after your time with OSSO, blogging is a great way to share your experience. Get others interested and excited about volunteering for and donating to OSSO using your personal blog. 

And blog for OSSO! Email us at info@orphanagesupport.org stories and photos of your experiences and we'll post them on our blog and social media.

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Word of mouth

Use every opportunity you can to tell others about your time as an OSSO volunteer. Word of mouth is the number one way potential volunteers hear about OSSO. Don't let any chance to share your love for your kids pass you by.

*While we encourage the sharing of photos from your trip, remember all volunteers agreed to never take photos of the children and to never bring picture-taking devices (cameras, phones, etc.) to the orphanages. Sharing photos of the orphans online is strictly prohibited due to child safety laws.