Volunteer Abroad Program

When attending a volunteer abroad trip, you can expect a transformative experience that many describe as the "trip of a lifetime." Upon arrival and some rest, we generally begin the process of shelving books which involves going through pre-sorted boxes, conducting a final sort for appropriateness, and organizing the books on shelves. This "curation" process may involve sub-categories and labeling shelves. Decorative elements like posters and maps are also added. One of the most important things that our volunteers can do is to assist the new librarians in understanding how to operate a library. An unforgettable highlight is the opening ceremony, attended by villagers, tribal elders, political leaders, and the local community, marking an important milestone in community development. Depending on the trip, several libraries may be established or sometimes it will be just a single larger library. Each project is unique.

Yes, volunteers are responsible for covering their own expenses. Rest assured, our volunteer trips are designed to be cost-effective and economical. Many volunteers are also able to take a tax deduction for the expense as a charitable deduction.

The typical duration of a volunteer trip is 10-14 days, including travel time.

While we don't have specific dates to announce, we anticipate upcoming volunteer trips to Uganda, Belize, and a few other places. If you have any suggestions on places to go or are interested in an volunteer abroad opportunity in the future, please contact us today!

There are certain qualifications, including being reasonably healthy, a willingness to work hard, familiarizing yourself with our procedures pre-trip, and a willingness to work under sometimes challenging conditions without complaining.