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What Past Volunteers Have to Say

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Hear from our most recent volunteers about their experience volunteering with Sueños y Huellas. Reach out to us to hear more about their experiences or to speak with past volunteers directly!

Madison Baker, 30, New Zealand

"I had an amazing experience volunteering at this youth foundation! The staff are incredibly supportive, and the kids are full of energy and inspiration. The housing was comfortable and located in a safe, convenient area. There were plenty of opportunities to get involved, whether it was helping with activities or connecting with the local community. This is the perfect place for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact and have an enriching experience. Highly recommend!"

September 2024

Luke Wilson, 28, New Zealand

"This was such an amazing project to be apart of. The organisation, the staff, the beautiful kids and the activities were all so fun and kept us busy! We loved seeing the kids smiles every day, and had the best time! Highly reccomend"

September 2024

Emmylou Brasser, 27, Netherlands

"An unforgettable volunteering experience. From the beautiful children to the lovely staff, the transformation project with Sueños y Huellas feels more like a welcoming family in Medellin than a volunteer program. Come do it for yourself, I guarantee you will leave with memories for life."

September 2024

Josh, 19, UK

"I have been travelling and volunteering around South America for 4 months now, and nothing has been as fun and meaningful as my time with Sueños y Huellas. Two weeks has not been enough time, and I can't wait to return here soon."

August 2023

Valentina, 20, Colombia

"Volunteering is a unique and rewarding experience. I like being able to help the children and be a part of something that leaves a real impact on their lives. They are very special and I would love to come back."

August 2023

Marta 28, Italy

Ho fatto volontariato per circa 20 giorni presso la fondazione Sueños y huellas.

È stata davvero un’esperienza indimenticabile che porterò sempre con me.

Mi sono sentita come se fossi in una grande famiglia con il personale della fondazione, attento a qualsiasi esigenza e sempre pronto ad aiutarti.

I bambini della fondazione sono davvero incredibili e sanno regalare momenti e sorrisi difficili da dimenticare.

Sicuramente è una esperienza che consiglio di fare e che rifarei ad occhi chiusi. Spero di poter tornare presto a far parte di questa grande famiglia che è la fondazione sueños y huellas.

August 2024

Karen 25, Guatemala

Ha sido un ambiente muy agradable y ameno tanto con los niños como con el personal, una experiencia inolvidable. Personalmente creo que vine en el momento preciso para aprender más acerca de la fundación y llevar conmigo muchos recuerdos de que llenaron mi corazón.

May 2024

Benjamin 18, UK

Incredible place with incredible people doing incredible things. Go and volunteer here - you will not regret it!

February 2024

Marco, 23, Belgium

"My first volunteering experience couldn't have been with a better organisation. I recognise all the hard and precious work that Sueños y Huellas do everyday, and I hope to be able to help them in the future someway somehow. I also noticed a massive improvement in my Spanish speaking!"

July - August 2023

Jenna, 22, USA

"My six weeks with Sueños y Huellas have been so important to my life. I loved spending time with the kids and helping the organization with everything they need to function well, like redesigning the website. I got to further develop my skills while doing something really important."

July - August 2023

Jared 35, England

Having this experience is just magical. Spending time with children and receiving so much love really makes it unbelievable. I can't wait to come back to Medellín again.

Septemeber 2023

Nico 26, UK

Spent 2 months here last summer. Had the best experience. The team are all super nice and welcoming, and the work felt really gratifying. The kids are amazing but there's a lot more you can help in, outside of the classroom, too.

I stayed in Colombia for half a year, after these initial 2 months volunteering, and regularly visited the foundation where they always welcomed me back like family.

Volunteers from all around the world are very welcome. I saw about 15 other volunteers during my time there and it was really cool to meet people from all over the world (I'm from the UK and I met people from the US, Singapore, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Holland as well as Brits). All were treated very well and made to feel valued even if they only stayed for a short time. All very safe too - the group from the US was a family of 4 including 2 young girls!

On the whole great experience, great work, great foundation and team. Can't recommend it enough if you're looking to volunteer in Medellín.

October 2023

Kevin 30, Guatemala

Ser voluntario en esta fundación ha sido lo mejor que me ha pasado 🤩 definitivamente volvería muchísimas veces más y dejo una parte de mi corazón en este lugar