Hands-on help in a non profit animal charity based on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria, Spain

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  2024 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    This is a Non profit animal charity based on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria. I run my animal charity and rescue on my own, and have many different resident rescue animals here. The finca is a work in progress, and relies on donations, and volunteers to build, and maintain different aspects. Over the years, many things have been built, but there is still so much more to do.

    I am looking for keen, hardworking people who can help with the general maintenance of the property. You can also help with the animals, but the majority of the "work" is painting, building, maintaining.

    English speaking people please.
    Animal lovers as they are EVERYWHERE

    I also only confirm workaways only once I have the flight details due to a high demand.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
    Animal Care
    Charity Work
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will learn a lot! You will see a different side to the island, as I am based no where near resort. You will learn about the day to day struggles of running an animal charity in Spain, and how I am trying to help the many abandoned cats and dogs. Staying in the "campo" you will enjoy the peace and quiet, and beauty of the area.

  • Help

    Help

    As this is an Animal Rescue it is very important you understand that it is hands on. You must not be afraid to work hard, and get your hands dirty. I am looking for people with building skills, even basic, to help with general maintenance, and repairing. There are walls to build, fencing to repair, walls to be painted etc I want someone who can use their own initiative, and can work alone, without constant watching.

    A good sense of humor is also an advantage, and an interest in animal welfare is a bonus.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    I have a self contained apartment on site for volunteers, it has a bedroom, bathroom, and living/kitchen area. There is a TV/WIFI and fully stocked fridge :)

    The apartment will be stocked with sufficient food and drink for the length of stay and number of people but there will also be opportunities for you to go into the town for more supplies.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is so much to see and do on the island, that exploring on your down time is a must. Due to the location of the finca, you will need a hire car whilst here. Although we are only 10 minutes from the local town, it is a two and a half hour walk up and down a mountain!

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • ...

    Hours expected

    Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 216761342678

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