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A South Pacific Service Adventure!

Volunteer in the romantic Cook Islands! Engage in community projects with children, adults, teachers, social service providers and community leaders – a wide swath of island society. With sky blue lagoons, soft sand beaches, mountain vistas, and a carefree island “beat,” the nation’s needs are unseen by average tourists. You provide requested instruction, care and support so children and families thrive in this South Pacific nation.

Give. Explore. Care. Make Friends. Be a Global Volunteer.
Every day is a new adventure in service working under the direction of our community partners. Help children reach their full potential through preschool instruction and care, primary school tutoring, secondary school mentoring, and by helping to repair and improve community buildings – while experiencing all the color, music, art and flavor of island culture. Travel with us – a long-standing non-profit leader in worldwide volunteering.

And, consider this: Your program contribution ($2,695 – $3,095) and travel costs are tax-deductible! One- to three-week itineraries, including lodging, food, local transportation, project materials and a trained team leader are scheduled year-round. There’s no better way to explore this enchanting part of the world!

I was doing what I love so much – serving and helping to make a difference – but I was also surrounded by the breath-taking beaches, lagoons, and lush mountains of Rarotonga.”
Debbie – Cook Islands Volunteer

Community Teamwork

Early Childhood Education

Care for and stimulate children 1 to 5 years old through arts and crafts, reading storybooks, music and games.

Classroom Tutoring

Volunteer one-on-one and in small groups to help primary school students with numeracy and math comprehension.

Computer Literacy

Teach primary and secondary school students computer basics, and help them improve their proficiency.

Repair and Maintenance

Help with painting and repairing community buildings, and providing plumbing, carpentry and electrical assistance.

Library, Finance, Office Work

Help with book cataloging, organizational management, grant writing, accounting or bookkeeping,

“Travel With Passion and Purpose”

“People seek us out, and share stories of their lives, their history and their challenges.”

 

MindyMontana Volunteer Group Coordinator

“It made me a kinder person, a warmer person, and even a less-judgmental person. But really, it gave me tremendous perspective.” 

Gila Cohen-ShawSt. Lucia and Tanzania Volunteer

“Almost everyone I met in one way or another thanked me just for coming there.” 

Stephen BeckCook Islands Volunteer

“You realize you have something in common with the people you’re working with. It really is waging peace through justice worldwide.”

Joan McInnis10-time Volunteer Worldwide

“These have been among the most meaningful and beneficial experiences in my life.” 

Gary SandefurMontana Volunteer
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