Microfinance Volunteer Programs

Looking to give back while exploring one of South America’s most iconic destinations? International Volunteer HQ’s Cusco-based volunteer programs in Peru offer an unforgettable experience where cultural immersion meets community impact. With 13 different volunteer projects to choose from—including T

Maximo Nivel is a locally based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Volunteer abroad—get involved, make an impact, and learn to serve by working on local projects: - Working with Kids - Teaching English - Conservation - Construction - Animal Care - Eco-Agriculture - Medical and Healthca

Find out why it's more fun and meaningful to volunteer with us! Volunteer for the Visayans (VFV) provides a wide range of program choices for people wanting to Volunteer Abroad in the Philippines through our local community partners and our very own community centers. VFV endeavors to improve the qu

A Mexico volunteer opportunity in International Business allows candidates to gain hands-on business experience while immersing themselves in the vibrant culture of Oaxaca. Examples of business placements in Mexico include accounting, social and economic business development, and graphic design, amo

Meet the amazing people who call the settlements surrounding Cape Town home. By joining this project, you will get to make a real difference in the community and in the lives of the children, adults and families living in the area through a variety of ways. The residents of the community are looki

The Real Uganda's volunteers assist our partners with a variety of empowering community-based activities. Volunteers split their time between these locally requested interventions: Public health and clinical work: Volunteers work in rural clinics providing testing, treatment, counseling services,

Join our Best Seller Program! Combine immersive Spanish lessons with Surf or Yoga classes and meaningful volunteer work at our home base in beautiful Santa Teresa—one of the top surf spots in the country. Make a real impact through purposeful volunteering, help with sea turtle conservation, assist

Find out why more and more people are choosing to become a Love Volunteer! Love Volunteers is the most affordable way to volunteer and help local communities in developing countries! Why are we cheaper than other organisations? Firstly, we are just a handful of passionate people working hard to h

Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—and give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in your career? Connect-123 designs fully customized programs that match your background and goals, offering hands-on experience in some of the world’s most exciting cities:

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find a program that matches your interests and skills through Volunteer World! We are the largest volunteer abroad comparison platform around the globe, enabling you to seek and compare offers from major travel agencies as well as smaller g

Our Volunteer programs in India are based in Kerala, Southern India. Despite a fast growing economy owing to the Dot Com revolution in the late 90’s, a large portion of the Indian people are impoverished and in need of basic human necessities. Access to clean water, sanitation facilities and quality

The Women Empowerment Volunteer Program puts skilled, compassionate volunteers at the center of real, measurable change. Based in Nairobi, this program focuses on equipping young mothers and women with literacy, vocational skills, financial tools, and the confidence to build better lives. Volunteers

Pulling the best of all our programming, Latitudes is a sequential, growth-oriented experience for students looking to see the landscape before diving deeper. It is an immersive gap year experience combining a group travel semester and an individual volunteer placement. As a Latitudes student, you’l

Build your skills through a service-learning experience in San José, Costa Rica’s vibrant capital and cultural, economic, and political center. Work alongside local NGOs, schools, clinics, and community organizations while exploring fields like education, museums, youth services, and healthcare. Thr

This all-in-one semester begins with one month traveling Spain by train, followed by two months in Barcelona where you choose your pathway. You’ll build soft skills (communication, confidence, problem-solving), hard skills (Spanish, digital tools, cooking), professional skills through internships or

Ready to make a tangible impact? Join our microfinance program in Tanzania, focusing on Village Community Banks (VICOBA) and Economic Empowerment Groups. These initiatives provide vital microloans and financial education to individuals, predominantly women, who lack access to traditional banking. By

Travel to Uganda and contribute to volunteer projects offered by Go Volunteer Africa and local NGOs. Placements are in community development, hospitals, schools, and orphanages. We work directly with the projects we assign you, ensuring your safety while you're in another country. Since we work to

India is plagued with issues involving women's empowerment and security. Volunteering With India (VWI) aims to help women through projects based in rural areas and slums. Volunteers can help out by participating in the empowerment program. Every woman and juvenile girls that come to our center ado

Join our volunteer program in Kisumu, Kenya, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of women affected by HIV through a transformative tailoring initiative. Volunteers will support women in learning vital skills, from sewing to entrepreneurship, while also helping impro

Live and volunteer as part of a local community in Mukono District, Uganda. This is not a typical volunteer placement. At Ssamba Foundation, everything is based at the Kibiribiri Community Hub, where volunteers take part in structured, day-to-day activities alongside local teams. Instead of moving b

Magister South Africa offers a broad range of internship and volunteering placements in Cape Town. As one of the most established and well-known internship and volunteer organizations in South Africa's capital, our main goal is geared toward matching and placing qualified international students, int

This isn't a program where you observe from a distance. The Kirua Lasso Women's Group placement puts you inside the community — living with a Tanzanian host family and working directly with women and widows in villages and cities across the Kilimanjaro region. Your role is to help women access busi

Volunteer abroad in Ghana with Our Generation Voluntary Organisation. Our non-profit, non-governmental African organization offers meaningful, exciting, and affordable developmental volunteer programs. These include working with orphans, teaching children in primary and junior high schools, coaching

Join My Shepherd Ministry Uganda for a meaningful Christmas volunteer experience supporting children, families, and local communities in Uganda. During the Christmas season, volunteers can help prepare and distribute Christmas packages, support children's activities, visit vulnerable families, orga

Join our community in creating lasting change by helping us build a brighter future for children through education. Our school has already completed four nursery classrooms, providing a safe learning environment for young children. We are now working to construct six additional classrooms for upper

Cusco, Peru – easily one of the top 5 ancient civilization centers of the world - is also home to immense scenic beauty, biodiversity, and incredible culture. Bordering the Pacific Coast, Andes & Amazon, Peru is an ancient land with one of the richest collections of historic artifacts known to man.

Planning your summer trip? Why not travel with a purpose and make a real impact by volunteering? ELEP Volunteer Programs offers affordable, meaningful volunteer opportunities in Ecuador. Open to students, travelers, retirees, and professionals, our summer program promotes cross-cultural appreciatio

TWESA is a local NGO based in Karonga, Malawi, which was established on 1st December 2015. TWESA aims to positively impact the citizens of Karonga district to create a healthy, educated and gender balanced society. TWESA is working in five thematic areas: Women and Youth Empowerment: Training in in

ZIVO is a community-based internship and volunteering organization located in Zanzibar, dedicated to creating meaningful impact through healthcare, education, community development, and cultural exchange programs. ZIVO connects international volunteers and interns with local communities, providing o

Gain practical healthcare experience through our Medical Placement Program in Ghana. This program is ideal for pre-med students, medical professionals, and public health students or graduates seeking international clinical exposure. Participants are placed in hospitals, clinics, maternity centres,

Dive into community service and a life-changing experience while volunteering with Local Hope Guatemala/Xela AID. Engage in cultural immersion and exchange as you work daily with our local staff and the local kids, adults, and seniors in our programs. Visit their homes, learn about their lives, and

Discover Tanzania while making a real difference. Join the Kyosei Foundation and support education and farming at Kyosei Pre & Primary School. Work on an organic farm project that provides food for students and teaches sustainable agriculture. Engage with children through education, sports, and life

Help carry out tangible, long-term change in underprivileged communities through the Microfinance Program of Projects Abroad. Throughout your time in Cambodia, you will put into practice the business and financing theories you have learned in school. As an intern, you will work with one of the old

Experience an affordable and impactful volunteer program in Laikipia, Kenya, based in Nanyuki at the foot of the breathtaking Mount Kenya. This unique location offers a perfect blend of meaningful community work and adventure, with close access to Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Samburu National Reserve.

CAYE is a registered youth charitable organization in Mzuzu, Malawi. Established in 2014, CAYE works in the Northern Region and parts of the Central Region to empower young people, women, and small-scale farmers to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development. CAYE focuses on yo

Rwenzori Royal Institute and Mohama (RWEMO) is a community-driven organization dedicated to environmental conservation, education, and women’s empowerment in the Rwenzori region of Uganda. We believe that protecting nature goes hand in hand with uplifting people. Our mission is to safeguard natural

CERFO’s Environmental Conservation Program, based in Akheri Village, Arusha–Tanzania, focuses on restoring local ecosystems and promoting sustainable community practices. The program works with local residents, schools, and youth groups to protect natural resources and strengthen resilience against

Join MDF in shaping the next generation of climate leaders through the STREAMS model, a unique approach blending Science, Technology, Research/Robotics, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and Sports/Scuba. As a volunteer, you will work directly with children and youth aged 5 to 26 years, helping them c

Volunteer in Uganda – Make a Real Difference Join Msafiri Tours for a life-changing volunteer experience in Uganda. Contribute your time and energy to schools, rural communities, and impactful projects nationwide. Opportunities Include: -Teaching & Education: Support local schools, tutor children,