Zero FeesWe do not sell volunteer “programs” that involve fixed dates and require formal applications. Instead, our site enables you to connect with Omprakash Partners that can benefit from your help, and then we let the Partner determine if, when, and how you can serve them. In order for us to help you, you need to browse through our free database and identify a few specific Partners that inspire you. Our Partners do not ask Volunteers to pay any “administrative fees,” but the cost of transportation, food, and lodging will vary from one location to another. Browse volunteer opportunities Connect with VolunteersUsers can connect with other volunteers to read stories, view media, share resources, and learn about how to have a safe and meaningful volunteer experience. Volunteer GrantsWe offer funding to aspiring volunteers who need help paying for travel and living expenses. Our Volunteer Grant program is open to individuals of all ages and nationalities. The program is competitive and seeks to empower entrepreneurial individuals who demonstrate a deep understanding of our mission and a serious commitment to making a long-term contribution to our Partners and our broader network of Volunteers and classrooms. Learn more about Volunteer Grants Travel the WorldWe invite people of all ages and origins to browse our free database and connect directly with our international Partners. Rather than offer guided volunteer trips, we enable volunteers to communicate with our Partners and with each other to determine when, how, and where they can serve. We also help volunteers share teaching resources and manage travel logistics. Volunteer from HomeNo need to travel abroad—wherever you are, you can help introduce our network to your home campus or community. Share Stories and MediaWe ask all volunteers to register within our network and share stories and media before, during, and after their volunteer experiences. Share ResourcesAs you begin planning your trip, we encourage you to visit our Travel Resources archive to find and share helpful information about travel logistics. FundraiseOur hope is that volunteers will fundraise to support their host Partner. We invite volunteers to use our website and our tax-deductible status to enhance their fundraising efforts. Building relationshipsWe charge zero fees to our volunteers, but we do ask that they respect our service by making their own commitment and contribution to our network. At the very least, please share your experience by writing a “story” on our site. Beyond that, we hope you consider introducing our network to your home community and helping to connect our Partners with more people who can help meet their needs for human and material resources. Perhaps most importantly, we want you to help our network become a resource for service and learning by introducing it to teachers and students within your home country. Please browse our website for more information about how you can support our Partners and maintain meaningful cross-cultural relationships long after you finish volunteering abroad. FAQ'sMore questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. |