Volunteer Opportunities

Ambassador for GCA at Reston Farmers Market:

Represent Global Camps Africa at the Lake Anne Farmers Market on Saturday mornings, May through November.  Staff our information table, tell market visitors about Global Camps Africa, and sell handmade South African crafts to raise funds that support our programs.  Volunteers should be available from 7:30am to 12:30 pm to set up the table, stay through the market and put things away at the end.  Volunteers should be comfortable dealing with the public, able to carry 25 pounds, and must be at least 14 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.  Job may be broken into 2 shifts or shared by 2-3 volunteers.

Create Your Own Fundraiser to Benefit GCA

There are many ways that you can help us raise much needed funds to support our programs for HIV/AIDS affected children and youth in South Africa.  Commemorate an important occasion or honor someone special by making a donation or requesting contributions in lieu of gifts.  Turn an athletic event into a fundraiser by creating your own personal fundraising webpage and requesting sponsorships (It’s easy.  We’ll show you how).   Host a gathering of friends, show our video, and set out a donation basket.  Hold a bake sale, car wash, dog wash, or dress-down day at work or school.  Whatever you think your friends and family will enjoy.  The sky’s the limit and we’ll help you by providing advice and informational materials, and showing you how to create your own fundraising page.  

Interested in these opportunities? Please email GCA Operations & Grants Manager Mary Giglio at mary@globalcampsafrica.org.

BECOME A VOCHELLI

You have the opportunity to attend a session as a full counselor at Camp Sizanani. You will be given training, stay in cabins with the kids, facilitate activities, and supervise certain age groups. Some activities include life skills, arts and crafts, and swimming. Accommodations are provided! 

Camp Dates for 2025: March 29 - April 5, October 4 - 11, December 11 - 18

In order to qualify, you must raise $1,000 (to sponsor two campers to attend Sizanani) and pay for your own airfare. If you choose to raise the money, we can give you a platform for crowdfunding! All we ask of you after camp is to provide us with a blog post to be featured on our website. 

Interested in applying? Please email GCA Founder & President Phil Lilienthal at phil@globalcampsafrica.org.