Use your talent
for every child.

Help give children in Peru a good start. With your time, knowledge and enthusiasm, together we are building the MOTAS for Kids Foundation.

See how you can help

Why become a volunteer?

As a volunteer, you make a difference behind the scenes. Without your help, we can reach fewer children.

  1. 01

    Use your talent for something that matters

    Whether you are good at writing, filming, organising or storytelling: your talent helps children in Peru get a better start.

  2. 02

    Help build a young foundation

    We are small and still growing. Your ideas are heard and you see straight away what your contribution achieves.

  3. 03

    Gain experience

    Learn new things and gain experience you can take with you into your studies, your job or onto your CV.

  4. 04

    Work with a committed team

    You work alongside people who, like you, want to make a difference, in the Netherlands and in Peru.

Where we need support

Our work is divided across four core teams. Choose the team that suits you, or tell us what you are good at.

  • Children playing hand in hand under the canopy in the schoolyard

    Programmes and Impact

    Help shape our programmes in Peru: from planning and liaising with the schools to measuring and sharing our impact.

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  • Jute MOTAS tote bags on a table during a meeting with a partner

    Funding & Partnerships

    Help us raise funds and build relationships with companies, schools and organisations.

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  • Gerardo speaking to the camera in a colourful classroom in Cañete

    Communication & Creative

    Tell our story through words, photos, video and social media, so that more people see our work.

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  • Four participants in Run for Kids shirts with their medals

    Activities and Community

    Organise fundraisers and events and help build an engaged community around MOTAS for Kids.

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What we offer you

  • Guidance

    We help you get started and think along with you. You are never on your own.

  • A dedicated point of contact

    You have one person you can go to with all your questions.

  • Flexible hours

    You decide how much time you give, to fit around your studies or job.

  • From home where possible

    Much of the work can be done online, wherever you are.

  • Clear agreements

    Together we set out what you will do and what you can expect from us.

  • Expenses by agreement

    Do you have costs for your volunteering? Then we will discuss together what we can reimburse.

How it works

From signing up to your first task, in four steps.

  1. 1Sign up

    Fill in the form and tell us who you are.

  2. 2Get to know us

    We arrange a conversation, online or in person.

  3. 3Choose a role together

    We look at which team and which tasks suit you.

  4. 4Get started

    You get going, with help from your point of contact.

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Which team would you like to help?

Frequently asked questions

How much time does it take?

That is up to you. Some volunteers help a few hours a month, others a few hours a week. In the introductory conversation we agree together on what works for you.

Can I help from home?

Yes, much of the work can be done online, such as communication, fundraising and preparing programmes. For fundraisers and guest lessons at schools you will sometimes be on location.

Do I need to speak Spanish?

No, you do not. If you do speak Spanish, that is a welcome bonus, for example for contact with the schools in Cañete.

Will I be paid?

Volunteering with us is unpaid. If you have costs for your volunteering, we will discuss together what we can reimburse.

Do I need a certificate of conduct (VOG)?

If your role involves working with children, for example during guest lessons, we will ask you for a Dutch certificate of conduct, the Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag (VOG). We will help you apply for it.

Can’t find your question? Email us at stichting@motas.nl.