By Volunteer Borna

In the second grade of primary school, when I was just eight years old, during a religion class I cheerfully and confidently exclaimed: “When I grow up, I’m going to be a missionary!”

I’m not sure where that idea came from. Maybe it was the thought of setting off to faraway lands to spread faith in Christ—by serving those in need, telling Bible stories to children the way my beloved religion teacher tol...

By Volunteer Karmela

This year, I had the chance to volunteer at St. Anthony's Orphanage in the Tanzanian town of Songea. It was an experience that completely changed the way I see the world. But let me start from the beginning.

When I arrived in Songea, I was taken aback by the state of the streets and houses — many were falling apart, with roofs missing or walls barely standing. The streets were full of people making things by hand, fixing car...

By Volunteer Nemanja

In April 2025, I spent two months volunteering at an orphanage in Tanzania, and I can easily say it was one of the most meaningful and profound experiences of my life.

The entire preparation process took several months, and only now do I realize how essential it was. Still, no amount of preparation could have readied me for the overwhelming joy, emotion, and countless smiles that greeted me there.

Working with...