Recognizing a Quarter Century of International Service

Throughout 2009, Global Volunteers is celebrating 25 years of genuine development assistance worldwide and the recognition of our 25,000th volunteer on the ground! In 1984, Global Volunteers began as a unique person-to-person program offering volunteer assistance on broad-based community projects, and grew to pioneer what later became popularly known as “volunteer vacations.” This special anniversary site highlights our major accomplishments and summarizes our growth to date. Please enjoy and offer your comments on our blog at right!    Watch this anniversary celebration in Chennai India!  Read More →

Peacewagers working in Global Volunteers’ host communities worldwide

Volunteer Voices

People ask why I spend my annual vacation time volunteering abroad People ask why I spend my annual vacation time volunteering abroad

“Challenge is not a curse or a punishment, but an opportunity... 

Global Volunteers is a Special Organization Global Volunteers is a Special Organization

A few years back I was going through a rough period in my life.... 

Thank You for My Experience in Africa and China Thank You for My Experience in Africa and China

I signed up for two week program serving in Xi’an, China... 

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25,000 Volunteers Worldwide

Celebrating Our 25,000th Volunteer! Celebrating Our 25,000th Volunteer!

Alexander Drummond teaching Kindergarteners in Peru As we mark... 

25th Anniversary Storefront

25th Anniversary Merchandise 25th Anniversary Merchandise

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