More Than Volunteering
Joining a service trip with El Porvenir is not just about travel—it’s about connection, learning, and contribution. You’ll work alongside local communities, understand the challenges they face, and help build sustainable solutions that change lives.
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Hands-on work with water and sanitation projects
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Cultural exchange with rural Nicaraguans
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Safe, guided, and well-organized experiences
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A chance to make a difference
What Is a Service Trip?
Groups of of 7-10 people spend a week to 10 days in rural Nicargua working alongside rural Nicaraguans on a life-changing project.
No construction experience needed. You're accompanied by a bilingual guide at all times so Spanish is welcome but not required. Trips are customized for each group and include time to explore other parts of Nicaragua after the project work is complete. Your group may a visit the beach, a live volcano, a cloud forest, and/or a crafts market.
Is a Service Trip for Me?
Our trips are open to individuals, faith groups, NGOs, professionals, and anyone with a heart for service. No technical experience is required—just a willingness to learn and help.
Type of people who travel with us:
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Faith groups
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Community groups
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Corporate and NGO teams
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Families
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Individuals
Hands-On Work
Volunteers work side-by-side with El Porvenir’s local team to help build latrines and fuel-efficient stoves, plant trees, and promote healthy hygiene practices. Every project is focused on long-term, sustainable change.
Construct eco-latrines
Build fuel-efficient, vented stoves
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Build a school handwashing station
Plant trees and nurseries
What's Included?
Trip costs range between $1,700 and $2,000, depending on the type of project, length of stay, and activities. Cost includes
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Meals
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Lodging
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In-country transportation
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Translation
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Recreation
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Project materials
Participants are responsible for
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Travel health insurance
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Round-trip airline tickets
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Nicaraguan visa fee ($10)
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Extras such as alcoholic beverages, snacks, and souvenirs
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Ready for a Life-Changing Experience?
Take the first step toward a journey that transforms a Nicaraguan community and you. If you want to travel with us or if you have questions, please email Enrique, our Volunteer Coordinator.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SERVICE TRIPS ON THE FAQ PAGE
Suziedutton
Volunteer 11/25/2024
I had a great experience with El Porvenir in Waslala this summer. The project was well planned out when we got there, even had already been started by some of the parents. We all worked along side of them despite the language barrier. Some of the students even joined us throughout the days we were there. I always felt safe and comfortable with our food and surroundings. Our experience was greatly improved by Enrique from El Porvenir who stayed at the same place at night with us and helped explain what was going on through out the time, even hanging around in the evenings talking and playing cards. The team from the office there was very organized with information and anything we needed for the project. They have followed through with finished pictures of the project and offered us a very memorable and great experience, along with the school. Highly recommended!
TNVolunteer
Volunteer 10/30/2024
The El Porvenir team of Marcos, Enrique, and Jose (and our great driver Luis) picked us up at the airport and got us all loaded and ready to go. One of our members was experiencing some car sickness and they were helpful and compassionate. The team never left our side from touring sites, taking a boat ride, and visiting with a local church, they were there with us to interpret and make sure we had a memorable time. The work we did was challenging but so rewarding. The El Porvenir team dove right in and worked right alongside us mixing concrete, digging holes, and helping to interpret for our contractor so the work got done correctly. They threw a massive piñata party for the community when the work time was finished. (But they will continue to work until the jobs are complete.) They even dropped us off at the airport and made sure all was well. I never once felt unsafe, unsure, or unseen. The team was amazing. Enrique even served us ice cream! If you’re considering working with El Porvenir, take the leap. It’s well worth your investment of time and resources. A worthy non-profit who works in worthy communities.
Ckirby072
Volunteer 10/18/2025
In August our group went to Nicaragua to work with El Porvenir. It was my first trip, but our church has gone for many years. It was the most rewarding experience I've ever had. We worked hard every day in an awesome community to build latrines and stoves. The community was so welcoming, and the people were so kind and thankful for our work. Enrique and Marcos were exceptional in planning every detail of our trip. They were always with us, they worked alongside us, ate with us, and stayed in the same lodging. Since we did not all speak Spanish, they were always willing to translate for us, even to just have a regular conversation with someone. It was nice to speak with the people in the community and hear about their lives. Dora is a most excellent cook and always the life of the party. We were lucky to have her with us. It was nice to meet Angel and see his dedication to the communities as well. I would recommend El Porvenir and their mission to anyone and plan to return again soon.
MEET YOUR GUIDES
Enrique Centeno
Enrique joined the El Porvenir team in 2022 and has warmly welcomed numerous visitors. With a background in communication, he has a passion for photography, cinema, and history. He enjoys spending hours discussing fascinating topics, particularly history and science fiction books. His enthusiasm for storytelling and knowledge makes every conversation memorable!
Dora Leiva
Dora has her undergraduate degree in psychology and her master’s degree in sexual and reproductive health. Through her work, she has visited some of the most remote areas in Nicaragua and enjoys learning about the people in different regions. In her spare time, Dora enjoys going to church and spending time with family and friends. She is a great cook and loves to dance.
José Solis Ruíz
Jose studied English translation and agricultural production sytems engineering at the University of Central America. He has worked with US groups since 2011, and when not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing with his kids and his nieces and nephews. He loves to cook and to listen to all types of music.
Marcos Rodríguez
Marcos has worked as an interpreter with medical, ecotourism, and volunteer groups in Nicaragua since 1995. He has had the opportunity to work in some of the poorest communities in the country and loves learning about different aspects of Nicaraguan and US culture. When not working, he spends time with his family. He likes to sing karaoke and his favorite music is from the 70s and 80s.