CHARITY & VOLUNTEERING

The Gambian people are proud of their growing economy, their vibrant tourism industry and the strong agricultural base they have built - and maintain a wish to be self-sufficient. Nevertheless, The Gambia is a developing country and welcomes support from charitable organisations.

Gambia Charity

We are dedicated to supporting charitable projects in The Gambia, assisting both UK and Gambian-based charities in addition to our own ongoing charity projects including the Community Development Fund.

The Community Development Fund

The Community Development Fund is a new venture set up by The Gambia Experience, with the aim to not only raise funds to help Gambian communities but to also empower these communities to help themselves. This year the donations we raise will be given to the ‘Light Up a Village’ initiative, bringing much needed solar power to rural villages in The Gambia. 

School Development Fund

 

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Gambia Charity Directory

With an overwhelming number of organisations supporting so many worthwhile causes in the Gambia, The Gambia Experience have set up a charity directory where these projects can showcase their valuable work. Search through our A to Z guide to learn about each organisation and follow their web links to learn more. Please get in touch if you'd like more information or you'd like to be added to our directory.

Afrikaya

Afrikaya

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The Derek Bailey Foundation

The Derek Bailey Foundation

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Bansang Hospital Appeal

Bansang Hospital Appeal

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The Bantaba Project

The Bantaba Project

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Brufut Educational Project

Brufut Educational Project

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Building Futures in The Gambia

Building Futures in The Gambia

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Caravan of Mercy

Caravan of Mercy

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School Development Fund

Community Development Fund

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Child Aid Gambia

Child Aid Gambia

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Dance2Learn

Dance2Learn

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Elemental Wellbeing

Elemental Wellbeing

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First Aid 4 Gambia

First Aid 4 Gambia

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Football Gambia

Football Gambia

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Gambia Education & Teaching Support

Gambia Education & Teaching Support

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Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust

Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust

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GambiCats

GambiCats

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Geedema Sweetwater

Geedema Sweetwater

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Global Hands

Global Hands

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Goal for The Gambia

Goal for The Gambia

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Horizons Trust UK

Horizons Trust UK

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Ida Bass Kidney Foundation

Ida Bass Kidney Foundation

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The Jallow Foundation

The Jallow Foundation

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jole rider

jole rider

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The Kambeng Trust

The Kambeng Trust

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Legs 4 Africa

Legs 4 Africa

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The Lisa Kent Trust

The Lisa Kent Trust

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Maternal & Childhealth Advocacy International

Maternal & Childhealth Advocacy International

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Open The Gate

Open The Gate

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Riders for Health

Riders for Health

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Sponsor A Gambian Teacher (SAGT)

Sponsor A Gambian Teacher (SAGT)

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Wonder Years Centre of Excellence (WYCE)

Wonder Years Centre of Excellence (WYCE)

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The Yate – Genieri Link

The Yate – Genieri Link

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Yorkshire to Gambia Educational Trust

Yorkshire to Gambia Educational Trust

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Please note we are merely acting as point of contact and are in no way responsible for the actions of the individual organisations involved.

 

Volunteering in The Gambia

Volunteering in The Gambia

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As a specialist tour operator, working in The Gambia for over 35 years and with a real affinity for the country, we are constantly looking for ways we can repay the warm hospitality shown to us and our customers by the Gambian people. Following many requests from our guests over the years, we have joined forces with the award-winning volunteer organisation, people and places, to enable those who wish to give their time, expertise and enthusiasm to travel to The Gambia as a volunteer.

Volunteering in The Gambia

People and Places

Regarded as the best in their field and having won the 2013 World Responsible Tourism 'Best for Campaigning' Award, and the Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Award for 'Best Volunteering Organisation'; People and Places, like us, know and love The Gambia. They are committed to providing meaningful and rewarding volunteer placements (not just for a few days) and work closely with Gambian people to ensure that volunteers have the best possible experience.

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I have been many times and always found The Gambia good value for money. Easy to get to. All round good experience.

Mr Chignell – Guest – Sarge’s Hotel