We are a non-governmental organization that accepts used bicycles donated from abroad which we recondition or sell; or use the components to build a range of “bicimaquinas” (pedal-powered machines). These perform a variety of tasks like threshing corn; blending food or pumping water.
We have roles which include:
We spend the vast majority of workshop time fixing bikes; not building machines. Volunteering with us is; to a large extent; what you make of it.
To apply; please email us the information requested on the volunteer page of our website.
We have friendly teachers that provide Spanish classes for a modest cost.
San Andres Itzapa; Chimaltenango
Year round
Long term volunteers preferred (e.g. 2 months). Short-term volunteers are considered.
Adults of both sexes 18+ (volunteers aged 16 and 17 accepted with their parents permission)
We favour volunteers with relevant work experience as well as a reasonable understanding of Spanish.
US$25 per week which includes lodging; kitchen with stove and refrigerator; hot water in the showers; and internet access. Volunteers are responsible for buying and cooking their own meals.
