Come and build with us — any time of year, any length of stay.
Building Malawi exists because of its volunteers. Malawi doesn’t just need money — it needs people like you to come out, share your skills, and take home far more than you bring. We work in partnership with Play Football Malawi, who run the volunteer programme on the ground.
The kids smiled more today than the average British kid does in a year. Inspiring stuff — it really is.— Luke Lynam, volunteer
Five reasons to volunteer with us
Any length of stay — from one week to much longer. You’re welcome.
Any time of year — we need you all year round.
Easy to arrange — just contact us, then book your flights.
A reference — volunteer for us and we’ll happily write you one.
It’s genuinely rewarding — you’ll support projects that really need you.
What you’ll do
Helping in whatever way you can. We especially need experienced teachers, sports coaches (any level), and builders or handy types. You’ll be based at Lingadzi Academy in Lilongwe, where over 400 children come to play every day — typically running one or two 90-minute coaching sessions a day, with the chance to join construction, tree planting or playground projects too.
The practical bit
Programme donation: £150 for the first week and £75 for each subsequent week (longer stays discussed case by case).
This covers: our costs supporting you in Malawi, airport transfers, a t-shirt and a local SIM card.
You cover: flights, food, drink, accommodation, insurance and medical costs — roughly £1,200 all in.
Airport pick-up: yes, we’ll collect you.
I loved getting stuck into the football coaching. Some awesome talent and even more impressive goal celebrations. I’ll be back next year — with more footballs!— Paul Christian, volunteer football coach
