Culture Volunteering in Italy

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 147,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back—it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and medical initiatives. GoEco operates in over 50 countries, providing unique cultural immersive experiences that aim to make a positive impact on the environment and society. The organization also offers internships and academic programs for students. GoEco provides safe and meaningful experiences while promoting sustainable travel and reducing carbon emissions.

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Join us for the adventure of a lifetime! Volunteers For Peace (a Vermont-based nonprofit) can place you on a team of international volunteers who contribute to a meaningful community service project designed, planned, and hosted by local partners. We offer the most affordable projects and the best way to meet people from all over the world. Work project types vary by country but may include environmental and wildlife conservation, historic preservation, educational and language learning, archaeology, organic farming, and arts and festivals. We also have social services projects, which could involve working with children, the elderly, or refugees. Projects are designed to combine service with recreational activities and cultural exchange – whether by visiting local beaches, learning local dances, meeting local officials, or volunteering with residents at the place you’re visiting. Each project is unique, but all bring people together for the most meaningful travel experience imaginable. Please note that VFP can only place US Citizens. This is due to our agreements with our international partners.

Join our Italy Summer program, wherein you volunteer as an English teacher, experience authentic Italian culture, and see various regions and cities. All the while, you can practice your Italian, get to know an incredible group of people, make lasting friendships, and learn more about yourself than you thought possible! This program runs once annually in summer, between mid-June and early August. The dates vary slightly year to year. It includes: ● One month as a volunteer English teacher at an Experience Summer Camp in various locations including: Canazei in Trentino Lignano Sabbiadoro in Udine Grosseto in Tuscany ● Two weeks with an Italian host family ● Multiple day trips: Sacro Monte in Varese Milan and the Milan Cathedral Lake Maggiore and a tour of the Borromean Islands And more destinations! ● Multi-day group trip, with previous destinations like:​ Florence and the Santa Maria dei Fiori Cathedral​ Cinque Terre and the Cinque Terre Trail La Spezia Verona Sirmione, Lago di Garda Bologna Our comprehensive trip includes emergency health insurance, housing, transportation, and meal costs for the duration of the program.

Our Volunteer Abroad Quests in Italy encourage you to grow as a global citizen while discovering this European country of coastlines and mountains, robust art and deep history, charming cities and storybook villages. You have the choice among the northern, southern and central regions of Italy, in addition to working with local volunteers to help young children, the elderly, and to support the disabled and disadvantaged people. Project Areas Include: - Working with Children - Working with the Elderly - Family Support - Support for the Disabled The age requirement for most of the projects in Italy is over 18.