About Us

Our Mission, Our Vision, what we do, what we Offer

About Us

At Community Angels Initiative,

we believe real change begins within communities, with people, for people. We are a volunteer-driven movement built on compassion, action, and respect, supporting individuals and communities when it matters most. Every project we take on is personal, practical, and grounded in the real needs of real people.

Our Mission

We work alongside local communities to create opportunities, providing tools needed to build better lives — always driven by dignity, not charity

What We Do

At Community Angels, we help connect volunteers to hands-on, community-driven placements across Arusha, Tanzania. From the second you arrive, you’ll be part of our home, sharing meals, stories, and purpose in a house filled with volunteers from all over the world, just like you. We handle your accommodation, food, orientation, and daily logistics, so you can focus on what matters: making an impact. You’ll join real teams doing real work, where your presence is vital.

1. Here's where you can get involved:

  • Childcare Program: Support young children in daycares through play, care, and connection.
  • Teaching Program: Assist in local schools, teaching English and other subjects.
  • Medical Program: Support nurses and doctors in hospitals or clinics.
  • Environmental Conservation Program: Work on local initiatives that protect and improve Tanzania’s nature.
  • Orphanage Program: Help care for and engage with children living in long-term residential care, with empathy and respect.

2. Community Empowerment Projects:

Beyond your main volunteer placement, you can also contribute to grassroots initiatives led by our team:

  • Food & Essentials Support — We organize food drives and deliver essential supplies, making sure families have the resources they need to live with dignity.
  • Community Development — We lead local improvement projects, like creating schools, renovating community spaces, and other projects that strengthen local infrastructure.
  • Education Sponsorships — Helping fund school fees for children who otherwise couldn’t attend school.

If you're passionate and want to expand your impact beyond your primary placement, we’ll help you get involved with these community-led initiatives too.

Our Vision

A future where every community has the strength, tools, and support to rise

Who we are

We’re a small team of locals and a few volunteers from around the world! Every one of us has lived, worked, and grown within this community in Arusha. Some of us were born here. Some came to volunteer, left, but never fully let go; part of us stayed in the people, the place, and the purpose. What brings us together is simple: a belief that dignity comes first. We’re not here to help from above, we work side by side, sharing tools, knowledge, and support so communities can keep building their own futures.

We know these communities because we’re part of them. We’ve taught in the classrooms, cared in the clinics, shared meals in the homes. We’ve built trust not through emails, but face-to-face. We don’t run this like a business. We run it like something personal, because it is. That’s why every experience we offer is personal, real, and supported every step of the way.

You're not signing up with some corporate faceless organization. You're stepping into a circle of people — Angel, Yakin, Emmanuel, Jordan, Eliezer, Chelsea, Periklis, Mano — who’ve all been shaped by this place in different ways. You're joining a group of humans who care, and who will walk with you through one of the most meaningful experiences of your life.

Terms and Conditions

Community Angels Initiative - Terms and Conditions

Please read the following Terms and Conditions carefully before applying. By applying and volunteering with us, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.

1. Volunteer Eligibility

To volunteer with the Community Angels Initiative, you must:

  • 1.1. Be at least 17 years old.

  • 1.2. Provide a valid passport with at least 6 months validity.

  • 1.3. Have a clean criminal record related to child welfare, health, and safety. A background check will be requested.

  • 1.4. Attend a brief informal interview before acceptance to ensure alignment with the program.

  • 1.5. Commit to the program duration as agreed upon during booking. For any medical-related volunteer work, proof of relevant certifications (or proof of enrollment in medical studies) is required.

2. Booking Process

  1. Volunteers must complete the online application form truthfully, including emergency contact details, relevant health information, and any special requirements.

  2. A booking is confirmed only after full payment is received and a confirmation email is sent.

3. Code of Conduct

As a volunteer, you are expected to:

  1. Adhere to the values of Community Angels Initiative and treat all individuals with respect, dignity, and kindness.
  2. Act ethically and responsibly, especially in interactions with children, medical patients, and other community members
  3. Follow all project guidelines and directions from supervisors.
  4. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
  5. Respect local culture and dress appropriately as outlined by the team.
  6. Attend projects everyday unless ill or unfeasible to attend.
  7. Follow any curfews within the volunteer accommodation.

4. Health and Safety - Volunteers must:

  1. Disclose any pre-existing medical conditions that could affect their participation.
  2. Follow all health and safety protocols
  3. Maintain their own travel and medical insurance covering their trip dates.
  4. In case of medical emergencies, Community Angels Initiative will seek immediate care.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

  1. Cancellations made up to 60 days before the program start date are eligible for a 30% refund (excluding the non-refundable registration fee).
  2. Cancellations made after this period will not be refunded.

6. Travel and Accommodation

  1. Volunteers are responsible for arranging their own travel unless otherwise stated.
  2. Accommodation is provided as part of the program, and volunteers must respect the house rules and fellow participants.

7. Insurance

Volunteers are required to secure comprehensive travel and medical insurance covering all of their trip dates.

8. Limitation of Liability

  1. Community Angels Initiative is not liable for personal injury, loss, or damage during participation
  2. Volunteers agree to indemnify and hold harmless Community Angels Initiative, its staff, and partners from any claims arising from participation in the program.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

  1. We are committed to protecting your privacy. Personal data provided during the booking process will be kept confidential and used solely for the purposes of managing your volunteer experience.
  2. We may share some information with local program coordinators or partners for logistical reasons (e.g., Accommodation, Transportation), but will not share your information with third parties without your consent.

10. Changes to Terms and Conditions

  1. Community Angels Initiative reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time.
  2. Changes will be communicated to volunteers and will take effect immediately upon posting on the website.

11. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Republic Of Tanzania.

12. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions:

  • Email: hello@communityangelsinitiative.org
  • Phone: +255 692 891 363 or +255 766 220 170
  • Instagram: @communityangels_initiative
  • Address: P.O. Box 569, Arusha, Tanzania.

By proceeding with the booking, you acknowledge and accept these Terms and Conditions.

Application Process

Choose Your Program. – Take your time exploring the options. If you're unsure, reach out, we're happy to guide you based on what you want to experience!

Apply Online – Submit your quick application form (takes about 10 minutes). Be honest about your background, health conditions, and preferences, it helps us match you better.

Pre-Approval Check. – After applying, we'll invite you to a short, inform video call (10 minutes). This helps us meet you, answer questions, and make sure we're a good fit for each other. A bisic criminal check for child safety and health standards will also be required

Secure your position – After passing the pre-approval, pay your non-refundable registration fee to reserve your place in the program.

Pay the program fee – Submit the full program fees at least 60 days before your start date.

Get Ready! – Once payment is confirmed, you're all set! Pack your bags, stay in touch, and get ready for an experience of a lifetime!

Our Team

Meet our commited team, The forces behind every smile

Angel Frank Natai

Co-Founder & Executive Director

Yakin Said Chwaya

Co-Founder & Program Manager

Emmanuel Felician Ndeyanka

Operations & Partnerships Manager

Elieza sina

Head Coordinator

Chelsea Page

Communications & Marketing Lead

Emmanouil Konstantaras

Fundraising & Development Manager

Periklis Hadjiantonas

Communications & Marketing Lead

Glenda Chen

Ambassador & Recruiting Agent

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