Volunteering
Join the transformational journey of becoming a volunteer at Ananda Kalyani. Our project encompasses a wide range of teams and departments, offering diversity in the kind of volunteer work we offer. Being a volunteer on our land involves becoming an integral part of our community and the interconnected ecosystem that harmonizes spirituality, local development, and holistic regeneration.
Nothing in nature lives just for itself. Trees don’t breathe their own oxygen, plants don’t eat their own vegetables and fruits, rivers don’t drink their own water, and so does the sun not shine upon itself. Being of service to Life is a law of nature; a natural way of being.
Called to offer your service? Be part of our journey by being a volunteer in our project or in one of our departments.
Explore more possibilities below.
What we offer is all the beauty that comes along with being part of this unique project. You will belong to a spiritually and ecologically minded community, be part of daily spiritual practices such as kiirtan and meditation (optional), have access to inspiring knowledge and visions on a regenerative world, live in the midst of astonishing nature, receive spiritual teachings, and support from spiritual guides through your inner and outer journey. Practically speaking, we offer various living conditions. Depending on the season and demand, we have community houses, dormitories, private rooms, tents, or caravans available. Throughout your time here you will enjoy healthy, mostly locally sourced, satvik food (yogic diet vegetarian without onion, garlic, mushrooms). With love prepared by our kitchen team!
We are happy to receive dedicated and inspired service-minded volunteers, who are interested in spirituality, nature, and alternative living. All volunteers provide service for 6 hours a day, for 5 days a week. With 30 hours a week of commitment, you have the opportunity to develop a variety of soft and hard skills. In the mean time, you have the fulfilling experience of being at service to yourself, your surroundings, other beings, and the divine. Your working times and days depend on the team. The required level of experience, skills, and commitment (ranging from 1 month to 1 year), depends on what type of volunteer you would be.
A general volunteer has a supportive role for 30 hours a week in one of the teams. We ask for a minimum commitment of 1 month. However, we especially welcome volunteers who are willing to join for multiple months.
Conditions:
During the first 4 weeks, the so-called exploration month, we explore whether the volunteering synergy works for us both. Your stay is free of charge, and accommodation and food are provided.
A Team Lead has a leadership role for 30 hours a week, as the main responsible for one of the teams. We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 – 12 months. Accommodation and food are provided.
Conditions:
During the first 4 weeks, the so-called exploration month, we explore whether the volunteering synergy works for us both. Your stay is free of charge. From the second month onwards you will even receive some pocket money as a symbolic contribution.
European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is an initiative funded by the European Union which allows volunteers between 17 and 30 years to join Ananda Kalyani, while covering all costs. It is an unique opportunity to join us and learn, share, and thrive within one of our teams.
Open Opportunities
Team Lead
Logistics Lead
We are currently looking for a go-getter who feels called who will make our logistics flow smooth and effective.
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Visitors Lead
We are currently looking for a Visitors Lead to kick start and manage our brand new guesthouse, and ensure a welcoming environment for our visitors.
Communication Lead
We are looking for a dynamic and creative Communication Lead to develop and execute communication and marketing strategies that enhance our brand and engage our audience.
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General Volunteer
Kitchen
We are looking for a dedicated food enthusiastic to take on the challenge of running the kitchen, ensuring that nourishing sattvic food is prepared daily for the community, visitors, and events.
Social Media
We are looking for a volunteer in Communication team who wants to contribute to our mission by spreading the word about Ananda Kalyani.
Maintenance
Join us as a handy person to contribute to the smooth operation and upkeep of the facilities on our beautiful land.
Human Flow
We are looking for a human enthusiast to support in recruitment, facilitating team building activities, and administrative tasks.
Logistics
We are looking for a proactive Logistics Volunteer to support in running the daily logistics that allow the project to run smoothly.
Cleaning and beautification
We are looking for a lover of tidiness and a creator of beauty, to make our spaces cosy, organized, beautiful, and clean.
Events
We are looking for an autonomous volunteer, to support us during the events season (March – September) full of beautiful gatherings, retreats, camps, and youth exchanges.
Agriculture and Agroforestry
We are looking for a lover of nature and green, who enjoys working outdoors and is motivated to take care of the land, by planting, weeding, watering, seeding, harvesting, and more.
Visitors
We are currently looking for an enthusiast to warmly welcome, inform, and care for our guests.
Funding Administrator
We are looking for a someone who could help us with raising the funds for our project
Grant Writing
We are currently looking for an enthusiast who could help us out with a grant application processes
“My first experience living in a community for two months was truly transformative. From the challenge of adapting to a sustainable lifestyle in nature to meeting new people, each with their own unique story, I learned that one can glean wisdom from any situation. It’s essential to approach such experiences with an open mind, free from bias, and a thirst for learning. Undoubtedly, you will come out feeling fulfilled and enriched by both the journey and the experience.”
“I am very thankful for what this community have given me. The spiritual wealth of Ananda Marga’s teaching is immense and powerful. It invites us to let shine our inner divinity, with lots of respect, empathy and softness in the process. I could connect deeper to myself and realign my path. It is a good place for meditating and the river and surrounding nature are beautiful. The satvic food is very tasty and people try to build a community relationship with each other. You surely will find a fair amount of social life as well as being alone in your own mental and spiritual healing. Baba nam Kevalam.”
Alex
Portugal
“Volunteering here is not an easy adventure, it is challenging but very rewarding! If you are willing to let your ego aside and face new challenges, this is a place where you can do it with joy.”
Annika
Finland
“When I heard about the project, I was amazed! I couldn’t believe such project exists, combining every aspect of my passions: community life, healthy lifestyles, cooking, yoga, mantra music & adventure & education.”
Alex
Portugal
“Volunteering here is not an easy adventure, it is challenging but very rewarding! If you are willing to let your ego aside and face new challenges, this is a place where you can do it with joy.”
Annika
Finland
“When I heard about the project, I was amazed! I couldn’t believe such project exists, combining every aspect of my passions: community life, healthy lifestyles, cooking, yoga, mantra music & adventure & education.”
Ready to join us?
Apply for one of the opportunities by filling the “Volunteer Application Form“.
We receive many applications and have limited spots, so it will work in your favor to write from the heart and let your passion flow. We would love to know what is calling you!
About our project
Ananda Kalyani is a project dedicated to spirituality, local development and holistic regeneration. You are invited to read and know more about who we are, what we do and this place where we so much enjoy to be.
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Ananda Kalyani is a project dedicated to spirituality, local development and holistic regeneration. You are invited to read and know more about who we are, what we do and this place where we so much enjoy to be.