My Nonprofit Reviews

I served as a long-term volunteer for ODIM for a year and a half (October 2012-March 2014). I came to know ODIM after already having spent two years living and working in development in rural Guatemala and I was immediately attracted to the type of work that ODIM does. They offer much-needed medical services, community health education, and opportunities for locals to learn, grow, and (for some lucky go-getters) make a living helping their fellow villagers better their health.

More importantly, it is the way ODIM goes about its work that was most impressive to me. The long-term volunteers really work with the local staff and volunteer health promoters - as opposed to many other NGOs that don't seem to have the personal ties and strong foundation needed in order to build trust and tackle the big problems that are facing these communities. The short-term volunteers also have an advantage since they tend to come back year after year.

All in all, if you are considering volunteering with ODIM, I would HIGHLY recommend you do so! Or better yet- donate to their amazing cause =)