Volunteering in the Philippines

The Philippines is a fast growing country in Southeast Asia, with multiculturalism and rich biodiversity that makes it an exciting and dynamic place to learn and grow.

Since 1964, thousands of volunteers of varied nationalities have worked with partners in government, non-government and people’s organisations in the Philippines, while more than 1,600 Filipino volunteers have been deployed to various countries.

Volunteers have worked in a wide range of professions and expertise including health, education, livelihoods, gender and development, helping community organisations and government agencies towards the achievement of development goals.

Volunteering for development is guaranteed to be a life-changing experience. The experience of volunteers in the Philippines has been fulfilling for many, as touching lives creates deeply inspiring memories. 90% of our returned volunteers recommend volunteering with VSO, with a good number re-volunteering themselves.

We're looking forward to welcoming you soon!

VSO Philippines Team

VSO volunteers in the Philippines

VSO volunteers supporting people of Marawi

Volunteers in the Philippines demonstrate the spirit of volunteering in the face of extremism

Volunteers from the Philippines have mobilised to provide humanitarian aid to the people of Marawi city, where conflict has erupted between government forces and ISIS-affiliated groups.

One person doing their job right makes all the difference

Dr Samdemar C. Arias is a volunteer paediatrician in Nyangao, Tanzania. He is helping develop the skills of local clinicians and improving patient care. Here he talks about the urgent need for more qualified physicians to share their skills in Tanzania.

volunteer Arnoud Keizer teaches Anita Ayuban how to use a GPS mapping device

Making maps that save lives: Arnoud Keizer in the Philippines

In November 2013 Typhoon Haiyan tore a path of destruction through the Philippines affecting over 14 million people. Volunteer Arnoud Keizer has spent nine months supporting national efforts to use science and technology to prepare for and prevent future devastation.

Contact us

For partnership and country-specific matters

VSO Philippines Country Office:

2/f Sazon Building Mc Arthur Highway, Matina, Davao City, 8000 Philippines

Phone: +63 82 298 6343

Mobile: +63 939 183 3450

Email: vso.philippines@vsoint.org

For volunteers

If you would like to volunteer please contact:

Resourcing office (Manila):

VSO Philippines – Resourcing Team

Unit 541, Regus Center, 5/F Gateway Tower, Araneta Center Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines 1109

Phone: +63 2 790 4399