Long-Term Volunteering
Resources for Finding Long Term Volunteer Projects Abroad
- Idealist
- Volunteer Abroad
- International Volunteer Programs Association (IVPA)
- Cross-Cultural Solutions
- Visions in Action: Volunteers in International Development
- Council on International Educational Exchange
Long Term Volunteer Programs Abroad
- Peace Corps
- United Nations Volunteers
- Doctors Without Borders
- Curamericas
- Child Family Health International
- Amigos de las Americas
- Volunteers for Peace
- Operation Crossroads Africa
- Jet Programme
NOTE: While some of these organizations will charge a program fee (which may vary widely depending on the country and current exchange rates), other groups will pay you a stipend or even a salary. Be sure to research carefully what all associated fees are (especially travel expenses), or if you will be paid to donate your services.
Long Term Volunteer Organizations/Service Projects in the U.S.
- Americorps
- Volunteers of America
- Teach for America
- Citizen Corps
- Hands on Network
- Corporation for National and Community Service: Learn and Serve
- Senior Corps
- Network for Good
NOTE: Most service programs in the U.S. will pay a stipend, a small salary, or will otherwise offset living expenses or costs of education. Be sure to research carefully any associated fees and if you will be paid at all for your time.
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