Introduction
Live in an eco-hub in the Bulgarian mountains, build with your hands, grow your own food, and become part of a real sustainability-focused community 🌿 This ESC volunteering team is all about learning by doing, living simply, and contributing to something meaningful every single day.
💡 Did You Know? 🌍 Bunovo village is surrounded by forests and mountains, offering a unique off-grid experience where sustainability is not taught — it’s lived.
Activity Dates
🗓️ 15 July 2026 – 13 August 2026
Application Deadline
📅 15 June 2026 (17:00)
Eligible Countries
🇦🇱 Albania, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium, 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czechia, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇪 Georgia, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇬🇱 Greenland, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇲🇪 Montenegro, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain
Activities & Methodology
🌱 Eco-building using natural materials and traditional techniques
🌿 Organic gardening and permaculture practices
🌍 Environmental conservation and biodiversity activities
🏡 Maintenance and development of eco-centre infrastructure
🤝 Community-building activities with local eco-community
💡 Participation in green social entrepreneurship initiatives
💡 Did You Know? 🎓 According to the application guide, volunteers not only participate in activities but also go through a structured selection process including forms, motivation, and interviews to ensure commitment and impact
Objectives
🌍 Support development of local eco-community
🌱 Promote sustainable lifestyles and environmental awareness
🧠 Develop green skills and personal competences
🤝 Encourage participation and community engagement
Accommodation & Food
🏕️ Accommodation in eco-hub (shared dormitory or tents)
🚿 Outdoor compost toilets and solar showers
🍳 Outdoor kitchen available
🍽️ Food fully covered (vegetarian meals)
Financial Conditions
💶 Fully funded (accommodation, food, transport)
💰 Pocket money: €7/day
Travel
✈️ Travel costs covered according to ESC rules
Certification
📜 Youthpass certificate provided
Participant Profile
👤 Age 18–30
🌱 Interest in sustainability and eco-living
🏡 Ready to adapt to rural and simple living conditions
🤝 Motivated and committed to community work
⚡ Open-minded and willing to learn
Working Language
🗣️ English
Application Method
📩 Fill in application form and send motivation letter
📧 Email: assoc.hopeforus@gmail.com
📄 Application form: https://forms.gle/4gpyCjE4TT3rTVDR7
Application Link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IxtRAw3m4QYUgYpMN4eMx8k2MGzMePxU/view?usp=share_link
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zQHSUqe620TEEJ2IPQ7kjJRoJMzcMIws/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=108629407523858784222&rtpof=true&sd=true
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