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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 and Canada’s favorite volunteer provider - trusted by 127,345 volunteers worldwide. With more than 15 years experience and volunteer programs starting from just CA$28 per day including accommodation, you won’t find a more affordable and trustworthy organization for an impactful volunteer vacation, gap year or 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 CA$1458
Volunteer in Belize
Private island off the Caribbean coast of Belize
Volunteer in Belize with International Volunteer HQ
1 - 8 weeks
Ages 16+ and families
Program Fees from CA$1480
Volunteer in New Zealand
Auckland
Volunteer abroad in New Zealand with International Volunteer HQ
2 - 12 weeks
Ages 18+ and families
Program Fees from CA$1508
Volunteer in Victoria Falls
Private game reserve in Victoria Falls
Volunteer abroad in Victoria Falls with International Volunteer HQ
2 - 12 weeks
Ages 16+ and families
Program Fees from CA$1473

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!