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Help Improve Cambodia Living Conditions

VBC provides the perfect balance for anyone volunteering

Provide shelter and security for Cambodian families living in need

We work with volunteers from around the globe to build safe

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OUR PROJECTS

Get involved in our projects by helping or donating, or both! We have various ongoing projects, including house building, toilet blocks, water wells, solar panels, and water filters.

VOLUNTEERS

Building volunteers spend half of each day working on our construction projects. In the afternoons and on weekends, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the town and its surrounding areas.

DONATE

Your donations can make a real difference from anywhere, helping to transform the lives of impoverished families in Cambodia and giving them vital support for a better future.

FUND AND BUILD A HOUSE

HELP IMPROVE CAMBODIAN LIVING CONDITIONS

It costs US$3000 to build a VBC house – a basic but sturdy steel-framed structure. And we know that people love to be involved in the projects they donate money to; so we offer the opportunity for you to volunteer your time to come to Cambodia and build the house you pay for.

You will work alongside VBC’s trained builders, the family receiving the house, and local villagers who help with construction.

Our house builds usually take one week (five days) but talk to us if you need some flexibility.

You don’t have to fund a house to volunteer with us

Come along to help build on one of our projects

Looking for some adventure and want to give back by volunteering with VBC’s community building projects?

Many individuals or small groups, who cannot fund a house, or who want to volunteer in Cambodia for a week or more, can join our team. You will have the full support of our trained builders and volunteer coordinators, who will show you what to do, and how to do it, and offer any support you need on the building sites.

VBC’S BUILDING AND EDUCATION PROJECTS

BUILDING HOUSES

Our sturdy steel-framed houses provide shelter and security for Cambodian families previously living in entirely unsuitable flimsy and poorly constructed shelters. Inadequate education, lack of trade skills, and a shortage of job opportunities mean that many rural Cambodians still live in a manner entirely inconsistent with the modern world that most of us know.

Our traditional-style houses replace fragile structures that offer little protection from the elements. We’ve seen first-hand how improved living conditions can change lives, through better sanitation, increased security, better sleeping arrangements, and healthier living. Children in secure homes are less likely to get sick and more likely to attend school.

BUILDING TOILETS

Many rural Cambodian families do not have access to toilets and clean water causing serious health issues and in some cases death.

When finances permit, VBC tries to construct toilets for families we build houses for. This simple facility increases sanitation, reduces health risks, and increases dignity.

Our team must first check there is available land to install a toilet and that it is safe. We do not want to corrupt a clean water supply. If there is no available land on a site we talk to neighbours to see if a toilet can be put on adjacent land and shared by several families.

CLEAN WATER WELL

A lack of clean drinking water is one of the most pressing issues facing Cambodians living in rural villages. Many source their drinking, cooking and bathing water from pools of standing water, streams or canals. The water is often contaminated with bacteria and pollutants and can lead to ongoing illness or, in extreme cases, death.

Constant sickness impacts lives by preventing adults from working and children from going to school. For those already in poverty it increases their problems.

WATER FILTER

A clean water filter is a priceless addition to any rural Cambodian family.

Water drawn from a well – particularly one that is poorly constructed, been in place for a long time, or not adequately located will require additional treatment. A simply constructed ‘sand and gravel’ water filter in a solid, purpose made, concrete casing – will function perfectly to produce clean, good quality drinking water.

We can provide – at relatively small cost – a water purifying system. A simple but clever design using sand, gravel and gravity, in a self contained concrete casing. This is a long lasting, solid construction requiring little to no maintenance and can be placed at any required location near to the house delivering pure clean drinking water on demand.

SOLAR PANEL

Volunteer Building Cambodia improves the lives of poor families in rural Cambodia by providing sustainable and affordable solar panels. Many families lack electricity, affecting daily activities and children’s education.

By supplying reliable solar power, the project enhances living conditions, supports education, and promotes environmental sustainability.

This initiative helps alleviate energy poverty and fosters sustainable development in rural communities.

For a poor rural family, a solar powered system that charges a powerful battery during daylight hours – at no cost to the user – will give sufficient power to operate a small fan, provide electric light, and to charge phones. A system like this fitted to an existing home – or more beneficially a welcome addition to one of our house builds can make a profound difference to a poor family living in remote rural areas.

SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTRE

Volunteer Building Cambodia Community Centre (VBCCC) focuses on education in a rural village where there are few opportunities to gain skills.

Located about 25 kilometres outside of Siem Reap VBCCC’s school teaches English language and computer skills to children and teenagers who have limited, or no, access to these classes at their own schools.

Our school complements the local Khmer school curriculum. English is the international language and necessary for most students planning on attending university as so many institutions use English language textbooks. It is also the language of the internet and will help with job opportunities in the future.

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TESTIMONIALS

Helping to build a home in Cambodia for a less fortunate family with VBC was an unforgettable and awarding experience for me. It only took 3 days which was incredible. Every other day of the trip was exploring temples, other activities in Cambodia, eating delicious food at restaurants recommended and enjoying some free time at our resort. I enjoyed every minute of the trip. Thanks Mr Sinn!

Volunteer Building Cambodia (VBC) is an amazing organization that is making a real difference in the lives of poor Cambodian families. I've been supporting and volunteering with VBC since 2017, and I've been consistently impressed by the professionalism, integrity, and dedication of the entire team. Volunteering with VBC is an experience that I highly recommend to everyone.

I have volunteered with VBC 3 times now, one month in 2015 then a week in 2017, and most recently 2 weeks in 2023. I am so pleased to see the growth that has happened since I first started, despite covid and the issues it has caused everyone. But with our continued support and new volunteers and donators VBC will continue to be able to support the local community in very positive ways.

After years of following VBC on social media and seeing the amazing work they do I was finally able to contribute to a family in need by sponsoring a house build. I have travelled to Cambodia twice now in my life and I'm blown away by the generosity and kindness of the local people. Working with the VBC team has been a highlight of my life as they are truly making people's lives better. I will endeavour to raise more awareness about the organisation.