Your Skills Change Children’s Futures!

Children are the future – help them reach their full potential. By sharing what you know for one, two, or three weeks on a Global Volunteers service program, you can initiate life-long change. Since 1984, Global Volunteers has engaged professionals, retirees, students, families, and individuals of all ages in sustaining development at the ground level. We invite you to contribute your skills to projects that help children learn, grow, and develop.

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41

years in service

41,000

volunteers

98%

rate us 4.5+ stars on a five-point scale

“This was without question the most rewarding experience of my life – helping people with important projects, feeling the warmth and appreciation of children and teens. It was authentic and unparalleled.”

 

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

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

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

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

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Be a Global Volunteer!

Every day is a new adventure in service, helping children reach their full potential while immersing yourself in the vibrant culture, music, art, and flavors of the community. Global Volunteers is a leading international nonprofit with special consultative status with the United Nations (UN), dedicated to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As a volunteer abroad, you’ll work hand-in-hand with local leaders, families, teachers, and medical caregivers, providing essential services in 11 key areas—every work project making a lasting impact!

And, consider this: Your program and travel costs are tax-deductible! One to two-week itineraries, including lodging, food, local transportation, project materials, and a trained team leader are available year-round. There’s no other experience like this to truly make a significant difference in the world!

“Travel With Passion and Purpose”