With the recent interest in service learning, volunteering is becoming increasingly more important to schools & their students. Educational institutions are more focused than ever on creating socially-aware graduates who are ready & able to use the skills they learn in the classroom to affect positive change in their world.

Volunteer experiences are a win-win for all involved. Often, students get as much, if not more, out of the programs as those they are there to help. They have the benefit of learning about another culture & being immersed in its language, and gain advanced knowledge through hands-on opportunities by putting theories into practice. This field experience gives them an impressive jump start on their resumes. Volunteer abroad opportunities can help your school produce culturally-engaged students with advanced skills, making them more competitive when applying to colleges or entering the marketplace.

Fellowship Travel International (FTI) is a full-service travel agency that offers volunteer programs around the globe. Volunteers can choose from programs in countries throughout Central America as well as Brazil, India, Cambodia, Vietnam, Romania & countries in eastern & southern Africa. (Columbia & Thailand will be coming soon.)

These programs are unique because they can be customized to the skills, goals & budget of the group traveling. Projects can focus on education, social work, construction, the arts, sports, medical assistance & more. All programs include airfare, accommodations & meals, so they are easy for group leaders to plan & administrate. Incorporating FTI’s volunteer programs (of any length) can even reduce the overall cost of your trip by giving you access to discounted humanitarian airfares.

Click on Volunteer Abroad for more information about the various types of volunteer programs we offer, and get your students involved today!