Volunteer in Latin America
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Contact the volunteer program directors to confirm costs, dates, and other details.
See our listings of volunteer programs in Latin America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Peru. If you do not see the volunteer program you want, look under Worldwide for programs located in several different regions.
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Cross-Cultural Solutions: Volunteer Abroad for the Experience of a Lifetime!
Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll gain perspectives and insights into the local culture and yourself. It’s an exciting and personally inspiring experience, and you’ll develop memories that will be with you forever. Programs operate in Guatemala (Guatemala City and Quetzaltenango), Costa Rica (Cartago, Puriscal, and San Carlos), Peru (Ayacucho and Lima) and Brazil (Salvador).
Dates Offered: Choose from start dates year-round and lengths-of-stay from 1-12 weeks.
Costs: The U.S. tax-deductible program fee for a two-week program is $2,588 (£1,408) with each additional week of stay only $297 (£162). The program fee for the one-week Insight Abroad program offered in Brazil, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Peru, and Russia is $1,695 (£922). Program fee includes: personalized Volunteer Placement, language instruction, cultural education, food, lodging, transportation to and from all Cross-Cultural Solutions’ placements and programs, pre-departure guidance from headquarters staff, 24-hour access to in-country staff, travel medical and emergency evacuation insurance, and more.
Contact: Cross-Cultural Solutions, 2 Clinton Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801;Tel: 800.380.4777 or 914.632.0022; in the UK call 0845 458 2781/2782; other countries call +44 (0) 1273 666392; Fax: 914.632.8494.
Email: info@crossculturalsolutions.org
Website: www.crossculturalsolutions.org
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Volunteer Teaching and Travel Across Latin America
This GVI combination program gives you the opportunity to volunteer, work, live in and explore four different Latin American countries over the span of a six month journey through Central and South America. From the highlands of Guatemala to the jungles of Honduras, see the snow-capped peaks of the Andes of Ecuador and the deserts of Peru. In all 4 countries you will teach on GVI-run teaching projects dedicated to teaching literacy and numeracy to underprivileged indigenous communities.
Dates: 6 month, departures throughout the year
Costs: US$9260 for 6 months
Contact in USA: Call toll free 888-653-6028
Contact in UK: 01727 250250
Website: www.gviusa.com
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Volunteer Programs in Latin America
A Cactus Volunteer Programme is the unique opportunity to combine a language course with volunteer work in Latin America. After taking a 4 week Spanish or Portuguese (Brazil) course at one of our approved schools, you can take a minimum 4 week volunteer placement with one of the many local organisations we work with. Work can be in any of the following areas: social, education, healthcare or nature. This is a wonderful chance to experience local life first-hand and give a little something to the community. Volunteering can be for anyone, from those taking a year out after university to those simply wanting a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life back home. One thing for sure is that you will come back with a real sense of personal achievement, to say nothing of a newfound confidence in the language.
Dates: All year round; first Monday of every month
Contact: volunteer@cactuslanguage.com
Website: www.volunteers-abroad.com
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How will you touch the world? Volunteer in Latin America with ProWorld
REAL projects….REAL experience! Work side-by-side with NGOs to find innovative ways to confront development challenges in Latin America – from education efforts to eradicate illiteracy and promote natural resource conservation to health campaigns to combat waterborne diseases, malnutrition, diabetes, malaria and HIV/AIDS. More information at www.myproworld.org/internships.htm.
Dates: Year round start dates; 2 – 26 week placements
Cost: Program fees include project work, housing, all meals, onsite transportation, language training, cultural/adventure activities, travel/health insurance, and 24-hour onsite staff support. Program fees can be found online at www.myproworld.org/costs/prices.htm. Scholarships and fundraising support available.
Contact: ProWorld Headquarters, ProWorld Service Corps, 1215 Taylor Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
Tel: 877.42WORLD (US & Canada), 870.750.7202 (UK & Europe)
Email: info@myproworld.org
Website: www.myproworld.org
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United Planet
Volunteer in Latin America
United Planet's Quest Volunteer Abroad program offers you or your group a life-changing opportunity to interact with local communities through customized volunteer work, enriching activities, and home stays. Our programs in Latin America run from 1 to 52 weeks and welcome volunteers of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds because we know that everyone has something to offer! Visit our website for more information on specific countries!
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Cost: Varies according to country and length of stay.
Dates: Ongoing start dates.
Contact: United Planet, 11 Arlington St, Boston MA 02116, USA.
Tel.: 800-292-2316 or 617-267-7763.
Email: quest@unitedplanet.org
Website: www.unitedplanet.org
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WorldTeach
Volunteer in Latin America
WorldTeach is a non-profit organization that has sent thousands of volunteers to teach in countries all around the world. WorldTeach currently places volunteer teachers of EFL or ESL in several countries in Latin America, including Chile, Costa Rica, Guyana, Colombia and Ecuador for one year, Costa Rica and Ecuador for the summer, and Chile for a semester. Both urban and rural placements are available, and most volunteer teachers live with host families.
Dates: Year-long programs depend on academic year; summer only programs.
Contact: Center for International Development, Harvard University, 79 John F. Kennedy St., Box 122, Cambridge, MA 02138 USA; (617) 495-5527,
Email: info@worldteach.org
Website: www.worldteach.org
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GIC Argentina: Volunteering
Volunteer in Latin America with GIC Argentina. Choose from a variety of challenging and rewarding positions, including volunteering in a health clinic, working with street children or in an orphanage, helping at a community clinic for the poor, working with disabled children, or teaching English, among many other volunteer positions.
Dates: Every month of the year
Cost: Check website for details
Contact: Av. de Mayo 1370, #30, 3rd floor, Buenos Aires, C1085ABQ, Argentina
Tel Argentina: +54-11-5353-9497. Tel USA: +1-202-552-1081
Email: info@gicarg.org
Website: www.gicarg.org
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Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS)
Volunteer in Latin America
Are you ready to change your world this summer? Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) offers 5-8 week summer volunteer programs in which young people (ages 16 to 25) immerse themselves in a Latin American community, live with a host family, and collaborate on sustainable development projects. Participants will experience life-changing growth as they strengthen their Spanish skills, experience a new culture on a personal level, and work together with community members to accomplish shared goals.
Contact: Amigos de las Américas, 5618 Star Lane, Houston, Texas 77057.
Tel: (713) 782-5290, (800) 231-7796. Fax: (713) 782-9267.
Email: info@amigoslink.org
Website: www.amigoslink.org
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Globe Aware
Cuba — The Curtain Lifted
There has never been a more exciting time to take part in volunteer travel in Cuba! Volunteer work projects include, but are not limited to, helping with sustainable food production and work with a center for children and adults living with the unique challenges of Down syndrome. At this center, volunteers work on an initiative to give children and adults with Down syndrome the space to develop skills that improve both their confidence and their quality of life through artistic expression. At the heart of the volunteer work is the focus on both promoting personal self-worth and garnering the recognition, and respect, of the community for individuals with Down syndrome.
Dates: Year round
Cost: $2100.00
Contact: info@globeaware.org
Website: www.globeaware.org.
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Volunteer Abroad in Cusco, Peru from US$250
Affordable volunteer opportunities available in Cusco. Volunteers can participate in Teaching English, Childcare Projects, Medical Placement, Construction and
Renovation and Jungle Conservation. IVHQ sends over 5000 volunteer travelers
worldwide annually — one of the world's most popular volunteer placement organizations!
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Cost: Program Fees start from US$250.
Dates: Programs start on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Duration: Volunteers can volunteer anywhere from one week to six months.
Contact: International Volunteer HQ, Unit 17, 4 Buller Street, New Plymouth, 4342, New Zealand.
Tel.: +64 6 758 7949.
Email: volunteer@volunteerhq.org
Website: www.volunteerhq.org
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Bimini Biological Field Station
Volunteers at shark research station in the Bahamas perform tasks including research, maintenance and cooking, for at least 1 month.
Visit: www6.miami.edu/sharklab
Cosmic Volunteers in Latin America
Programs in Latin America are Ecuador and Peru. Volunteer programs include teaching English, orphanages, healthcare, journalism, organic farming, animal rescue, community kitchens, and programs on the Galapagos Islands. Spanish lessons are also available. This is a unique opportunity to learn about and contribute to communities in South America in a meaningful way.
Contact: info@cosmicvolunteers.org; www.cosmicvolunteers.org
Experiential Learning International
Volunteer in Latin America
ELI partners with local organizations in Ecuador, Argentina, Peru, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Guatemala to match volunteers with local organizations in need of volunteers. All placements are made on an individual basis depending on the skills and goals of the volunteer, the needs of the organization, and the length of the program. Programs are available throughout the year for lengths of time varying from two weeks to six months.
Contact: ELI, 1557 Ogden St. #5, Denver, CO 80218; 303-321-8278; info@eliabroad.org, www.eliabroad.com.
Foundation for Sustainable Development
Volunteer Positions in Latin America
FSD partners with grassroots organizations around the globe to improve the socioeconomic status of
marginalized populations. Volunteer in Latin America at our sites in Argentina, Bolivia or Nicaragua. Volunteer in
Microfinance/Micro-enterprise, Gender Equity, Community Development, Environment, Public Health, Youth and Education,
or Human Rights.
Contact: Foundation for Sustainable Development, 517 Potrero Ave. Suite B, San Francisco, CA 94110; Tel. 1-415-283-4873; USAinfo@fsdinternational.org, www.fsdinternational.org.
Globe Aware in Latin America
Costa Rica—The Road Less Traveled Village Experience
Costa Rica is a cultural and natural paradise, but most travelers see only the large, touristy resorts. This Road Less Traveled program, however, offers a unique opportunity in the middle of a secluded natural rainforest to help an untouched community create a sustainable future. While helping the community to help themselves, volunteers will be treated to enormous cultural learning and spectacular contact with the lush rainforest. A decade ago, the government set aside a national forest reserve for the spectacular Carara Rainforest, which borders the village. The villagers love their nature paradise and appreciated the action. However, since then, the tiny village has struggled for sources of income, as their crops are being eaten by protected wildlife. As a first step toward creating sustainable eco-tourism, the community needs help clearing paths, marking trails, learning English, etc. No special skills are required.
Peru—Care for Cuzco: Heart of the Inca Empire
The orphanage caters primarily to deaf children, though some have other challenges. These children are hungry for human contact, love and care. Their smiles will melt your heart. Volunteers are needed to help them get ready in the morning before school, to take them on cultural outings, and other such activities. During their school time, and due to staggered “shifts” you have ample freetime.
Contact: info@globeaware.org, www.globeaware.org
Hôpital Albert Schweitzer in Haiti
Work team projects use self-funding voluntary input to help at this Haitian hospital run by the Grant Foundation.
Contact: info@hashaiti.org; www.hashaiti.org.
Peace Villages Foundation: Exciting Grass-Roots Volunteer Opportunity with Local NGO in Venezuela
Come and do volunteer work side by side with locals and other enthusiastic volunteers, have fun and learn the Spanish language: Youth, Care & Community, Medicine & Healthcare experience and observation. Live and volunteer in a typical Pemon Indian community, Conservation & Environment, Teaching & Tutoring, and Ecological Building.
Contact: mail@peacevillages.org, www.peacevillages.org
people and places
Responsible Volunteering in Latin America
We offer a range of volunteer opportunities — from the bio-hotspot of Amazonian Manu in Peru to the tropical island of Saint Lucia in the Caribbean. Each individual volunteer’s skills and abilities are matched to the needs of each specific project — we put the right people in the right places, creating mutually beneficial placements for local communities and volunteers alike.
Contact: kate@travel-peopleandplaces.co.uk, www.travel-peopleandplaces.co.uk
Projects Abroad
Volunteer Projects in Health Care, Animal Care, Conservation Work, Journalism, Sports Teaching, and Teaching in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico, and Peru
Contact: info@projects-abroad.org, www.projects-abroad.org
Puentes de Amistad
Volunteer Service Work in Latin America
Low cost travel experience short-term volunteer service work in Tijuana, Mexico, or in a village in El Salvador. Help in construction work, at an orphanage or medical clinic, with short-term classes in English or art, or assist a doctor with patient intake. The program provides cultural immersion and learning in Latin America.
Contact: info@puentesdeamistad.org, www.puentesdeamistad.org
Service Civil International Workcamps SCI US
An exchange organization that sends volunteers on 2-3 week international work projects and long term 3-12 month opportunities in over 50 countries, including many in Latin America. The $250 application fee covers lodging, meals, and minimal health insurance. SCI promotes voluntary service to impact social, environmental and humanitarian issues.
Contact: Service Civil International (SCI), 5505 Walnut Level Rd, Crozet, VA, 22932; Tel. 1-206-350-6585. Email: sciivs.placement@gmail.com. Visit www.sci-ivs.org for an application.
Social Entrepreneur Corps
Year Round Flex Volunteering
Join us in Guatemala, Ecuador, or Nicaragua as a part of our grassroots development team. Take
advantage of all of the key components of our Social Entrepreneur Corps solution while you learn how to train, support
and expand the successful economic development and education ventures we have started. Join us and work side by side
with a team that is truly making a difference in our world and gain invaluable skills and knowledge through
participation in innovative rural development work within a challenging cultural, language learning and grassroots
environment.
Contact: info@socialentrepreneurcorps.com, www.socialentrepreneurcorps.com
Volunteer Latin America
Provides international volunteers with a comprehensive and affordable solution to finding volunteer work opportunities in Central and South America. You tell us where and what you would like to do and we will provide you with everything you need to get involved via your own personalised information pack. Our extensive knowledge of the region ensures you are unlikely to find some of the projects we offer elsewhere. Volunteer Latin America is not only a great source of affordable voluntary work but a means to finding some of the best schools to learn Spanish.
Contact: info@volunteerlatinamerica.com; www.volunteerlatinamerica.com
VolunteerSouthAmerica.Net
Free and Low-Cost Volunteering in Latin America
Website lists free and low-cost volunteer opportunities in Latin America. The site is designed for backpackers / independent travellers looking for a real volunteer experience abroad, without paying any middle-man or agency fees.
Visit: www.volunteersouthamerica.net.
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