1.Pick a Program
Explore What’s Out There
So you’ve decided that you want to volunteer abroad but you aren’t sure where you want to go or what you want to do. See our general travel guides to get you started!
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Decide What Matters
You may already have an idea about what you want to do, or where you want to go. Maybe you can only go for a specific amount of time. Whatever matters for your trip, we have a travel guide tailored to you!
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Featured Programs
Check out our exclusive in-depth reviews of some of the world's most trusted volunteer, intern and teach abroad providers!
Abroadly
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Find and apply for trusted volunteer, intern, and teach abroad opportunities worldwide
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Free access to Volunteer Forever's crowdfunding platform to help cover trip costs
Maximo Nivel
Based in Latin America, Maximo Nivel offers volunteer, intern, teach, and study abroad opportunities in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Since 2003, this organization has offered impactful programs for travelers who want to make a difference and immerse themselves in cultures different from their own.
718 people are researching this program
International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ)
Founded in 2007, IVHQ has become one of the world's leading volunteer abroad organizations, having sent more than 94,000 travelers on volunteer trips around the globe. Choose from more than 200 projects in 40+ destinations ranging from teaching, to conservation, to sports and beyond.
1607 people are researching this program
Plan My Gap Year
Whether you'd like to travel for one week, a whole semester, or even longer, Plan My Gap Year offers affordable volunteer programs around the world for adventurous travelers. With more than 3,000 participants each year, Plan My Gap Year is an excellent fit especially for solo travelers.
372 people are researching this program
Projects Abroad
Projects Abroad has spent 25+ years helping travelers fulfill their potential and explore the world. Programs run year-round, and their dedicated staff take care of the details so you can focus on having a meaningful experience. Choose from 30 destinations and a variety of fields such as medicine & healthcare, teaching, conservation, and more!
746 people are researching this program
Read What Others are Saying
Thousands of volunteers have reviewed their volunteer programs. Read what they have shared!
Read our Program Reviews!2.Fundraise and Plan your Trip
Step 1:
Create Your ProfileTell the world where you´re going and why. It´s easy and free to set-up your fundraising campaign page.
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Start FundraisingLaunch your fundraising campaign. Use e-mail and social media to spread the word and begin collecting donations from family, friends and community members.
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Collect FundsReceive donations securely and instantly through WePay (U.S. residents only) or PayPal. All donations go directly to your personal account.
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Volunteer AbroadEnjoy your time abroad!
3.Volunteer and Share Your Experience
Share Your Experience
Write a review of the organization you participated with and help other volunteers learn from your experience.
