Hold a hand, change a life

Make a difference for children in need.

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Our Impact

1000+

Children served

5000+

Total volunteers

421,000+

Hours served

2000+

Total donors

Our mission

OSSO believes in a world where every child can feel loved.

Therefore, OSSO's mission is to provide love and care to children deprived of parental care and to change the lives of the volunteers who love and care for them.

Come take part in our mission to love and care for disadvantaged kids.

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Explore Volunteer Options

Will you be traveling with a spouse/family?

Will you be traveling with children?

How many weeks do you plan on serving?

Based on your answers, rather than apply as a family unit, it would be more cost-effective for your and your spouse to individually apply as Semester Abroad Volunteers (don't worry, we'll make sure to keep you two together as a unit!). For further reference, please view our pricing page.

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Join our free Volunteer Virtual Q&A Session!

Want to speak to an OSSO representative before you apply? We host a free virtual event every month! Join us for a short presentation all about what it’s like to volunteer in Ecuador, followed by a Q&A session.

This is the perfect opportunity to get all of your questions answered directly by our staff!

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Join our free Director of Volunteer Experience Virtual Q&A Session!

Want to speak to an OSSO representative before you apply to be our Directors of Volunteer Experience? We host a free virtual event every month! Join us for a short presentation all about what it’s like to volunteer in Ecuador, followed by a Q&A session.

This is the perfect opportunity to get all of your questions answered directly by our staff!

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Our Locations

Cuenca, Ecuador

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Quito, Ecuador

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What people are saying

"Who would have thought so much change can occur with one visit"

"I had no idea how life-changing my experience would be. I came to Ecuador to hold and play with kids. I left with a place in my heart for everyone of them. I am a better person because of them and this experience."

- Jerrod (Rexburg, Idaho)

"My Donation Helps God's Beloved Children

"It brings me joy to know that my small donation is going to help children who cannot help themselves. In this way, my donation becomes a manifestation of my love for God by loving His most beloved children."

- Megan (Rexburg, Idaho)

"An absolutely incredible organization"

"LOVE, ADVENTURE, SERVICE, AND FUN in Ecuador!! OSSO is an absolutely incredible organization that greatly improves the lives of children in orphanages in Ecuador!! The kids have SO MUCH LOVE to give and such a need for your love and support! I went to Ecuador twice with OSSO and had such a great time, I highly recommend it! I also had so many adventures on days I had off from volunteering in the orphanages. If you're looking for a volunteer trip with fun adventures along the way this is for you!!"

- Amber Rudolph

"Once in a lifetime opportunity"

"My heart was changed through serving with OSSO! I truly learned that everyone has a lot of potential to become a great human being. Our job is just to help the kids recognize that."

- lizlou01

"My life changed forever"

"I volunteered with OSSO back in 2019. Changed my life forever! Although it can be a lot of work and the homesickness is hard, this is an experience I would never take away! Great place to volunteer, so please consider giving your time to those that need it!"

-ロールまき

"I will never regret the time I spent"

"This was one of the best and most impactful experiences of my life. I will never regret the time I spent volunteering in Ecuador. The volunteers and directors are incredible, the people you serve will change you for ever, and the country is where my heart wants to be forever. If you want to make an impact, have fun, see the world, and become a better person THIS IS FOR YOU."

- anon