Volunteer Program Fees

As private, non-profit organizations independent of government and religious funding, Friends of Senegal’s and Maison de la Gare’s programs are financed and run entirely by volunteer and donor contributions.

Below are the fees for volunteering or interning with us.

Fees for Host Family Accommodation  2 Weeks  First Month Each Additional Month Example for Three Month Stay
Euros € 690 € 940 € 580 € 2,100 €
$US $760 $1030 $630 $2,290
U.K. £  590 £ 810 £ 500 £ 1,810 £

Additional information about these fees includes:

  1. All fees include a reception at the airport, transportation Dakar-Saint Louis-Dakar, lodging near the airport if needed, accommodation with the host family, and contributing to program expenses.
  2. Host family accommodation includes three meals per day.
  3. The fee per person for the first month or less is reduced by 135 € / $150 / £115 for two volunteers who register and travel together.
  4. If alternative accommodation is desired (e.g., auberge), please request information from us.

Upon acceptance of your application, a 15% deposit is required, with the balance due one month before your arrival. Please contact us for more information or if you have any questions about our program.