Jan
10
2018
After you have been accepted onto your volunteer project, it is time to start preparing for your trip. You will need to book your flights, consider travel insurance, and get the needed vaccinations. We also recommend you take some...
May
17
2017
By: Gabriel Sehringer, France
My 16 days in France were, I can honestly say, some of the most rewarding and eye-opening 16 days of my life. We slept in tents, the 8 boys in one tent and the 7 girls...
Feb
05
2017
By: Annette Davis, Ecuador
After having made such a strong connection with my host family during my gap year, I truly felt like I had to visit them again sooner rather than later. My host mom was 2 months pregnant...
Jan
26
2018
Welcome Teens and Families!
We've got hundreds of ways for you to explore the world, make new friends, give back, and discover what you like and don't like. Plus we will provide you with a certificate of volunteer hours served...
Dec
13
2015
Fundraising strategies that have worked for volunteers in the past...
Contact Rotary International: Many Rotary Club chapters will support your international experience if you contact them and give a short presentation before and after your volunteer project. Find a Rotary Club...
Jan
27
2016
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find helpful information among these commonly asked questions by prospective volunteers!
If you don't find what you are looking for, please contact us.
Where can I volunteer?
We offer projects in more than 100 countries around the world! You...
Dec
10
2015
Passport
You must have a passport to travel outside of the United States. Your passport must be valid for at least six months past your date of departure from the U.S. If you are an avid traveler, please remember that...
Dec
13
2015
Terms, Conditions and Cancellation Policy | Volunteers For Peace
It is important that you understand the Terms, Conditions and Cancellation Policy of Volunteers For Peace (VFP). Before you sign up for a project, you are required to read and accept...
Dec
10
2015
Matt Messier - Executive Director
Matt has been active with VFP since 1995 when he participated in his first workcamp in Italy. Other camps have taken him to many locations both internationally and locally. Matt joined the VFP Board of...
Dec
10
2015
Board of Directors
Peter Coldwell - Founder, Treasurer
Peter holds a B.A. from The American University and additional credits from Assumption College and Castleton State College. He speaks conversational German, Russian and some Spanish. Peter has traveled, lived and/or worked in some...