Ways you can get involved

Volunteering

Give your time to change the lives of struggling communities in Sierra Leone. By joining our volunteering team, you can use your skills and passion to make a positive difference.
Volunteers are at the heart of everything Better Lives Foundation accomplishes. Our efforts are made possible solely through the unwavering commitment of our volunteers.
Our volunteers generously offer their support and services at no cost, covering their own travel and accommodation expenses. They bring extensive experience from working on medical projects in developing nations, spanning both medical and non-medical fields.

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our team! Regardless of your skills or availability, your contribution can make a meaningful impact. Join us in making a difference—we're always seeking dedicated volunteers like you.
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volunteering options

We have various wasy you can volunteer, see the options below and continue to the form to apply and we will get back to you! Thank you for your interest in Better Lives Foundation.

Volunteer Abroad

  • Medical Camps Abroad
  • Elective
  • Teaching In Sierra Leone or online
  • Training In Sierra Leone or online
  • Teach IT skills abroad
  • Teach Photography/Videography
  • Conduct Research

Events Organising

  • Organise Fundraising eventssuch as:
    Competitive events, sky dive, obstacle course, rock climbing, walks, cycling, runs, dance marathon, crafty events, festival events, Coffee mornings, Bake sale, raffles, trivia, quiz nights, bingo, dinner & Dance or your own fundraising.
  • Research funding organisations
  • Write Funding Applications
  • Recruiting Volunteers
  • Catering for events

Help fundraising

  • Create Videos, Blogs
  • Create marketing materials
  • Create Monthly newsletters
  • Administration & IT Support
  • Photocopy Material
  • Sourcing medical Equipment
  • Sourcing Medical Disposable items
  • Preparing education Material
  • Sourcing Education materials
  • Sorting / Packing at warehouse

Why join our team?

Volunteering offers numerous advantages, including skill development, increased confidence, and the chance to support causes close to your heart. Whatever your motivation, expect to enjoy yourself and connect with amazing individuals.

Through volunteering, you'll empower others to pursue their dreams and inspire further acts of kindness. The fulfilment you experience will radiate, brightening the lives of those around you. Moreover, volunteering enriches your professional life.

Benefits

  • Make a positive impact and contribute to improving people's lives.
  • Acquire social and technical skills applicable in various work settings.
  • Strengthen your resume.
  • Cultivate interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Obtain practical international work experience.
  • Connect with inspiring individuals.
  • Boost your physical fitness.
  • Gain clarity on your career direction.

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journey with us...

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FUNDRAISING

By raising funds for us, you can help us make a lasting difference to the poorest communities in Sierra Leone. Remember, any amount you raise makes a huge impact on the work we do.

Ideas

Get active:

  • Get walking, run a marathon, get on your bike
  • Have a spring clean, sell the items in a car boot or online and donate to us

Get crafty:

Whether it’s crocheting, painting or making woodcrafts, get creative and sell your crafts to raise funds.

Workplace:

  • Organise a coffee/tea morning, speak to your employer about making us their choice of charity
  • Do collections during festivals and celebrations like Christmas, Diwali, Ramadan
  • Raffle, trivia/quiz night
  • Bake-off
Start your own fundraising page and be part of our mission to build a better hospital. Every action helps turn care into reality.

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