Join our mission to empower underprivileged youth through music in Homa Bay County, Kenya. Your time and talent can change lives—teach, inspire, and create lasting impact.
Start Your JourneyOgongo Music School is dedicated to providing free music education to school dropouts and financially disadvantaged youth in Ogongo, Homa Bay County. With limited resources, we rely on passionate volunteers like you to teach instruments, lead workshops, and support community outreach. Whether you're a musician, educator, or enthusiast, your involvement helps restore hope and build sustainable skills for our students.
Teach brass, piano, strings, or vocal classes to small groups of 5-10 students. Share your expertise in classical, traditional Kenyan music, or ensemble playing. No formal certification required—just passion and basic skills.
Lead creative workshops on choral singing, traditional dance, or music therapy for underprivileged youth. Help students express emotions through rhythm and song, fostering confidence and cultural preservation.
Organize concerts, events, and school visits to promote our programs. Engage local communities in Homa Bay, recruit student sponsors, and build partnerships for instruments and resources.
Assist with repairing and maintaining donated instruments like brass and strings. Train local staff on basic upkeep to ensure our limited resources last longer for student use.
Help with program coordination, volunteer onboarding, and fundraising. Manage schedules for classes and events, ensuring smooth operations for our growing student body.
Guide students in psycho-social development, counseling, and career planning. Combine music sessions with talks on resilience, goal-setting, and overcoming financial barriers.
"Volunteering at Ogongo was life-changing. Teaching brass to eager dropouts in Homa Bay filled me with joy—I saw hope return to their eyes through every note."
"As a workshop facilitator, I witnessed the power of music therapy in healing trauma. The community's warmth and the students' talent made every moment rewarding."
"Coordinating outreach events connected me deeply with local culture. Seeing 50+ youth perform at our concert was the highlight—Ogongo truly transforms lives."
Browse the opportunities above and select one that matches your skills and availability. Short-term (2 weeks) or long-term (up to 6 months) options available.
Fill out our online form with your background, skills, and preferred dates. We'll review and respond within 48 hours.
Attend a virtual orientation, then travel to Ogongo. We'll provide accommodation support, local transport, and 24/7 guidance.
