Frequently Asked Questions
Donate
How can I donate to WHISCA?
You can donate to WHISCA through one of the following ways:
Online donation through our website.
Direct deposit:
Branch 12, Account 417147
VanCity Credit Union,
1675 Commercial Drive
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y3
3. Sending a cheque to:
WHISCA
PO Box 838, 1641 Lonsdale Avenue,
North Vancouver, BC, V7M 2J5
How does my donation make a difference?
Your donation is 100% allocated to programs serving the progress and development of the Lugari community.
How do I get a tax receipt for my donation?
Donations above $ 25 are eligible for a tax receipt. We do all tax receipts within 2 weeks of year-end unless there is an urgent need. All donors, including monthly donors, will receive their receipts before the end of the year.
Volunteering
What kind of things will I do as an international volunteer?
Volunteers have the opportunity to assist in any of the programs taking place at the Centre. The programs include but are not limited to: education, health, sports, sustainable agriculture, leadership, entrepreneurship, employment, and skills development.
What Kind of things will I do as a remote volunteer?
As a remote volunteer, you will be working with our VP to implement digital marketing and social media strategies, writing blog posts and email newsletters, research and apply to grants, and help in fundraising initiatives and events.
How do I become a volunteer?
In order to volunteer with us you must:
Be able to commit to a minimum 4-week internship
Be 18 and older, and have completed a minimum of two years of post-secondary studies or have relevant experience in the field pertaining to the internship or volunteer position.
Be mature, adaptable, flexible, and interested in learning
Have a background and experience in the program that they will be working on
Be able to pay for all travel expenses and accommodation
Purchase health insurance that is valid in Kenya for the duration of the trip, and provide proof of purchase of insurance to WHISCA Board members at least two weeks prior to arrival in Kenya.
Be able to provide a criminal record check
Take a few minutes to fill in this form [insert form link] and our international volunteer coordinator will be in touch with you soon!
How long can I volunteer for?
The minimum commitment for 2-weeks for international volunteering and 4-weeks for remote volunteering.
For More Information on Volunteering with us, click here.