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Volunteer Abroad Programs

Discover the best volunteer opportunities abroad in over 50 destinations with International Volunteer HQ

International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) is the world’s leading volunteer travel organization - trusted by 127,345 volunteers since 2007. With volunteer abroad programs starting from just $20 per day including accommodation, you won’t find a more affordable and trustworthy organization for impactful volunteer vacations, gap years, volunteer trips abroad, or an alternative break.

You can volunteer overseas with IVHQ for durations ranging from 1 week to 24 weeks, with volunteering abroad programs available year round in Africa, Asia, South America, Central America, North America, Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East and the Pacific.

IVHQ programs are available in 50+ destinations worldwide
Explore IVHQ North America programsNorth America
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Volunteer Abroad Opportunities

Volunteering abroad with IVHQ enables you to make meaningful contributions to community projects in the areas of education, healthcare, construction, childcare, community development, conservation, social enterprise, volunteering with animals, wildlife and more. Browse by project type.

Looking for inspiration on where to volunteer abroad? Here’s where you can make a difference with IVHQ:

Volunteer in Australia
Cairns
Volunteer in Australia with IVHQ
1 - 4 weeks
Ages 18+
Program Fees from $1035
Volunteer in New Zealand
Auckland
Volunteer abroad in New Zealand with International Volunteer HQ
2 - 12 weeks
Ages 18+ and families
Program Fees from $1070

How to get started

Pick a destination + project and apply for free
Meet your personal volunteer travel expert
Pay the Registration Fee to secure your place and upgrade your MyIVHQ account
Get ready to volunteer abroad, we’ll support you every step of the way!