If your heart longs for something meaningful and you feel you do not fit where you are, this family and their daily challenges could be the place to recharge your heart with something beautiful and meaningful. Kumari and her family are an inspiration: a life lived beyond personal needs, changing the lives of the children in their home while contributing to a better humanity through kindness, connection, and boundless love.

Toma, 32

Volunteered 10 months

What a place! The children at this children’s Home are so well looked after in all parts of their life. It was a pleasure to spend time there with them and help my own little ways. They’re a lovely bunch, loving and kind and love to play games. I’ve come back to London with such heart ache that I’m fundraising and collecting stuff to send out. Only special kinds of places make you feel that way.

Daniel, 28

Volunteered 2 weeks

Kumari and her family have a unique way to make this orphanage feel like a big family more than an institution. I was so surprised and impressed about WIDE’s work for the children, the atmosphere is very open which make children open-minded and free and they have the opportunity to be curious and discover and develop themselves. The children also have so much space to express themselves and find their skills and strength.

Johanna, 23

Nursing student, Sweden

My name is Emilie, I’m an architect from France. I spent 2 months in WIDE Children’s Home and it was really great experience! I’m so glad to meet WIDE family and see this place! Now, it’s written for ever in my heart… I have so much respect for Kumari and her family. I thank them a lot for this exchange and what they do every day!

Emilie, 28

Architect, France

When I arrived I was overwhelmed by the love and energy the kids showed me from the beginning. After my long journey and after I had overcome all the small obstacles on my way here, They all welcomed me so nicely and sweet that I immediately forgot all the troubles I had and felt like at home at once. Thanks to Kumari I nearly never felt homesick or uncomfortable in any way because she was taking care for me as if I was one of her children.

Niklas, 20

Volunteered 6 weeks

All 32 of them are the most adorable, loving creatures in the world! The second I saw them I forgot the exhausting journey and all my homesickness, as they invited me to play with them and hear their stories. I would say their smiles are the sweetest thing I ever saw, if it wasn’t for their eyes. If I was to make a dictionary one day and needed a definition for hospitality, I would probably just take this family as an example.

Josephine, 18

Volunteer, Germany

On my arrival Kumari hugged me, asked me whether I felt good, whether I was hungry or tired and the children shouted ‘Welcome, Miss! How are you’ and wanted to take my luggage. Thus, I felt home from the very start. All in all, Kumari’s, her family’s and the children’s hospitality, care and love touched me and I’m grateful and happy that I was able to have this experience!

Julia, 18

Volunteered 4 weeks

I have been a volunteer to this wonderful home for nearly 7 weeks. A time, I will never forget. In this time I learned so much about Indian culture, people (especially the kids), life and of course food. Unforgetful time full of joy, worthy experiences and very beloved people who will stay in my heart forever. I would definitely volunteer there again.

Jenny, 22

Volunteered 7 weeks

Their dedication to helping children and spending quality time with them is truly commendable. From assisting with daily studies and homework in the evenings to leading engaging art activities, they’ve been a beacon of light. Let’s extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dorothée and Anna for their unwavering dedication and love for children.

Dorothée & Anna

WIDE family, March 2024

From the very beginning, she has shown incredible dedication and love for our children. Elizabeth not only helps the children with their homework, but also joins them in cleaning their rooms, teaching them the importance of a tidy and organized space. With her caring hands, she repairs their torn clothes, ensuring nothing goes to waste.

Elizabeth

WIDE family, February 2025