Volunteer trips take you to places you otherwise might never go, to do things you otherwise might never do and to meet people you might never otherwise meet. You’ll make a difference in others’ lives and they will make a difference in yours. Simply put, there is joy and self-discovery that comes with giving to others. And you’ll have fun doing it, too.Support sustainable change with us. Learn about the world and yourself, lend a hand and build hope. Every bit of time spent on a SGC project is helping a person, a family, or a community. You’ll know that your contribution will make someone’s life better. SGC matches teams of volunteers and resources with people and organizations in developing nations to alleviate poverty and inspire hope and your efforts do have impact. The experience is enhanced by working as a team. Simply put, there is joy and self-discovery that comes with giving to others. And you’ll have fun doing it, too.

Children under 12 are unable to participate in our program due to the nature of the volunteer work involved. Children 12-17 wishing to participate in a volunteer trip require a parent/guardian with them.

There is a site manager and translator on site. Tasks on the work site vary and you will only be asked to do what you are comfortable with and within your physical abilities. There is no pressure!

You don’t need any special skills or training. We hire local skilled labourers who will give training onsite for kitchen and team leaders. You will work at your own pace five days a week from about 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Your evenings and weekends are free for cultural activities and relaxing.

The team will stay at a hotel/guest house in Ahmedabad that is comfortable and clean. Rooms are booked as shared double occupancy. You may upgrade to a private room for an additional cost, where possible. We will do our best to accommodate adjustments. 

The food is prepared hygienically and dishes range from different Indian cusines.

All meals are included in your trip cost. Some meals will be at the hotel, while others at local NGO/temple/restaurants. Volunteers submit a health form to SGC and all requests for dietary restrictions will be provided to the Team Leader, hotel, and host partner, to be accommodated wherever possible. We want you to be as comfortable as possible!

The program cost is about $2,000 and will be finalized closer to the departure date. This includes accommodations, meals, in-country transport, program costs and a donation to Project. It does not include airfare.

The entire program and flight costs are 100% tax deductible when paid through SGVP GURUKUL CANADA. You can also fundraise and we will issue charitable receipts for donations.

A $1000 non refundable deposit is due once the trip is confirmed which is then credited towards your trip cost. Flight costs vary and can either be booked by yourself through our recommended travel agent to receive a tax deductible receipt. Your trip cost is due in its entirety 90 days prior to departure. If your flight is booked through our recommended travel agent, your flight cost is due within 5 days. Trip costs may be adjusted if flight or accommodation upgrades are requested or if flight deviations are required. Select trips may be subject to additional cultural activity fees. US volunteers may be subject to administrative fees/exchange rate adjustments.

Absolutely! We want you to have the best travel experience possible. If you choose to add personal travel onto the front or back end of your trip, you are welcome to book your own accommodation and transportation arrangements for early arrivals or late departures, however you are required to arrive in time to fully participate in the volunteer experience with your team. 

Personal travel would not be covered in your tax-deductible receipt.

The trip cost listed is a per person rate. Family members can participate in the trip as part of the volunteer team by paying a separate trip cost. Children 12-17 wishing to participate in a volunteer trip require a parent/guardian with them.