Volunteer Programs in North America
126 Volunteer Programs in North America
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...
See All 11 ProgramsAdelante Abroad
Make a positive impact in Mexico! Adelante Abroad offers affordab...
See All 6 ProgramsGoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...
See All 5 ProgramsAll Hands and Hearts
All Hands and Hearts provides community-inspired, volunteer-power...
See All 5 ProgramsLove Volunteers
At the heart of this program is the belief that every child has t...
See All 7 ProgramsProjects Abroad
If you are passionate about international development and relatio...
See All 13 ProgramsGVI
Earn your PADI divers and coral reef research qualifications as y...
See All 7 ProgramsVolunteer World
Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...
See All 4 ProgramsPacific Discovery
Uncover the spirit of Central America on a 10-week journey throug...
See All 5 ProgramsChild Family Health International
Program formerly known as "Cultural Crossroads in Health in Oaxac...
See All 5 ProgramsGlobal Impact Homes
Join a life-changing Volunteer Build Week with Global Impact Home...
See All 2 ProgramsRustic Pathways
Explore diverse travel experiences in the USA! Rustic Pathways’ U...
Travel For Teens
Alaska is known as the last frontier, the land of the midnight su...
See All 2 ProgramsDiscover Corps
On this Discover Corps Vacation with Purpose, we will venture acr...
World Unite!
Experience impactful volunteering in one of the various sectors t...
Putney Student Travel
Spend this summer immersing yourself in the lush landscapes, bril...
See All 2 ProgramsInstitute for Global Studies
This internship provides fieldwork experience in a Latin American...
The National Registration Center for Study Abroad
The study program includes 20 hours per week of Spanish lessons. ...
Fundación Aldeas De Paz - Peace Villages Foundation
This exciting program is located in Malinalco, located only 50 km...
See All 3 ProgramsVolunteers For Peace
Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Volunteers For Peace (a ...
Operation Wallacea
The Mexico project has both marine and terrestrial components, be...
VISIONS Service Adventures
Live on an iconic conservation ranch amidst the rolling hills of ...
Heslington Language Program
Have you completed accredited certification in teaching English a...
Globe Aware
The objective of the Camino del Mayab is to generate direct benef...
Meals on Wheels Ontario
Meals on Wheels Ontario is a network of local programs that deliv...
GIVE Volunteers - Growth International Volunteer Excursions
Travel to Hawai’i with GIVE and explore stunning waterfalls, acti...
Impacta Mexico AC
Are you looking for an enriching international experience? Join u...
Molise Italian Studies
The Winter Mental Health & Service Leadership Residency is a 10-d...
Operation Paws for Homes
Join Operation Paws for Homes (OPH) to make a significant impact ...
Fundacion Antonio Haghenbeck
Support animal welfare remotely with the Antonio Haghenbeck y de ...
Paws With A Cause
Join Paws With A Cause as a group volunteer to support their miss...
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation engages communities and ...
Marine Life Studies
Join Marine Life Studies (MLS) to support marine wildlife researc...
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Become an ASPCA Advocacy Volunteer to help improve laws for anima...
Best Friends Animal Society
Experience a rewarding and team-building volunteer opportunity at...
National Marine Life Center
Join the National Marine Life Center (NMLC) to support the rehabi...
Humane Society of the United States
Join the Humane Society of the United States as a Humane Policy V...
The Grey Muzzle Organization
Join The Grey Muzzle Organization in their mission to support sen...
Hawai'i Marine Animal Response
Join the Hawai'i Marine Animal Response (HMAR) team to protect an...
Wags & Walks
Join Wags and Walks in their mission to rescue and rehome dogs in...
Marine Rescue Rockingham
Marine Rescue Rockingham (VMRS) invites dedicated individuals to ...
The Animal Foundation
The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas offers a variety of rewarding ...
The Institute for Human Services
Are you planning a trip to Hawaii and looking for a meaningful wa...
Barbs Dog Rescue
Barb's Dog Rescue, located in Rocky Point, Mexico, is a sanctuary...
Animal Assisted Happiness
Animal Assisted Happiness (AAH) operates entirely with the help o...
GHRI (Global Health Reform initiative)
As the new school year approaches, the Global Health Reform Initi...
The Bond Between
Help make a difference in the lives of rescue animals with The Bo...
Marine Education Initiative
The Marine Education Initiative is dedicated to educating the pub...
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Join Guide Dogs for the Blind as a volunteer puppy raiser and pla...
Pets for Vets
Join Pets for Vets in their mission to support veterans and rescu...
Inter-Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE UK)
Volunteering with ICYE UK is a transformational experience with r...
Pasitos de Luz
Make a lasting impact by supporting children with disabilities at...
See All 2 ProgramsBeyond Tourism
Working and traveling abroad can be an incredible and positive ex...
NPH USA
Do you love children? Are you interested in serving in Latin Amer...
NPH USA
The International Volunteer Program by NPH USA invites compassion...
Global Citizen Adventure Corps
Travel to Oaxaca—Mexico's artistic, culinary, and cultural capita...
See All 2 ProgramsNatucate
Travel to Canada, where you'll become part of a dedicated team of...
See All 2 ProgramsMisión México
Living at Misión Mexico is intense but wonderful for volunteers. ...
Marine Resource Council
The Marine Resources Council (MRC) offers an impactful volunteer ...
Sahumane
The San Antonio Humane Society (SAHS) in Texas is dedicated to im...
A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in North America
Locations
Going from north to south, locations begin with Canada. The so called “Great White North” is the world’s second largest country by total area and has a huge amount of land that is unpopulated by humans. From mighty mountain ranges to sweeping arctic tundras, those who volunteer in Canada will find themselves in one of the most naturally beautiful regions in the world. Canada also has one of the highest happiness ratings of any country, and you will find locals to be overwhelmingly hospitable and friendly to international volunteers.
Next is the United States. Supposedly the most powerful country in the world, the U.S. has a tremendous amount of ethnic and cultural diversity within, more so than any other nation on earth. A truly fascinating place to visit for those who have never been, volunteering abroad in the United States will give you an insider’s perspective of the world’s superpower so often read about in the news. You will find a country fraught with beauty and ugliness, success stories and failures, and a large subset of communities that can benefit from the helping hand of a volunteer.
Finally, there is Mexico in the south. The least economically developed of the three, Mexico is a historically fascinating and culturally rich Latin American country which offers abounding opportunities for international volunteers to make a positive impact on local communities. The Mexican people are fun and unceasingly hospitable, and volunteering abroad in Mexico will give volunteers insight into a much different flavor of North America than its two neighbors.
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