Alternatives to Servas
VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
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Cross-Cultural Solutions
Volunteer programs in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America for 2 weeks to 3 months. Programs areas range from education to social development. Starting fee $2,2588.
2 Clinton Place., New Rochelle, NY 10801
Tel: 800-380-4777 or 914-632-0022
Fax: 914-632-8494
Info@crossculturalsolutions.org
www.crossculturalsolutions.org
Global Volunteers
Sends individuals and groups to Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and more to volunteer in various fields including teaching, medical, and building. Volunteer programs in the United States also available. Stays of one to 24 weeks available.
One-two week costs range from $895 to $2,895 depending on country and trip duration.
375 E. Little Canada Rd., St Paul MN 55117-1628
Tel: 800-487-1074 or 651-407-6100
Fax: 651-482-0915
www.globalvolunteers.org
Habitat for Humanity International
Domestic and international programs, which help, provide housing by building homes to those in need. Nine- 14 day stay from $1000 to $2200.
Global Village, Habitat for Humanity International, PO Box 369, Americus GA 31709
Tel: 800-442-4828
Fax: 267-295-8714
gv@habitat.org
www.habitat.org
Institute for International Cooperation & Development (IICD)
Trains and sends volunteers to work in community development projects in Africa and Latin America. Six months of training in Massachusetts before going abroad.
IICD, 1117 Hancock Rd., Williamstown, MA 01267
Tel: (413 )441-5126
Fax: 413-458-3323
www.iicd-volunteer.org
info@iicd-volunteer.org
International Cultural Youth Exchange
Emphasis on community service. ICYE administer
Exchange programs for students ages 16-30. Six months to one year. Combines home stays with voluntary service. Long and short-term stays in more than 34 countries.
icye@icye.org
www.icye.org
Partners of the Americas
Pairs volunteer committees in the U.S. with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean for community work/social development activities.
1424 K Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington D.C. 20005
Tel: 202-628-3300
Fax: 202-628-3306
info@partners.net
www.partners.net
Peace Trees Vietnam
Volunteers participate in education, environmental restoration, and landmine clearance programs in Vietnam.
P.O Box 10697, Bainbridge Island WA 98110
Tel:206-842-7986
Fax: 206-842-8918
Info@PeaceTreesVietnam.org
www.Peacetreesvietnam.org
Visions in Action
Sends volunteers to Africa and Mexico after a month of orientation to participate in agriculture, education, environmental and/or other programs. (Must be at least 20 years old and have completed two years of college?) Six and twelve month fees ranging from $2,800 to $6,900.
2710 Ontario Rd NW, Washington D.C 20009
Tel: 202-625-7402
Fax: (202) 588-9344
visions@visionsinaction.org
www.visionsinaction.org
Volunteers for Peace
Places volunteers in international work camps in over 100 countries. $300 for two to three week programs.
1034 Tiffany Rd, Bellmont, VT 05730-0202
Tel: 802-259-2759
Fax: 802-259-2922
vfp@vfp.org
www.vfp.org
LANGUAGE STUDY
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Eurocentres
Participants learn the languages of the country where they are staying. Intensive language programs in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, and Japanese. Open to all age groups.
101 N Union St., Suite 300, Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: 703-684-1494
Fax: 7-3=684-1495
USA@eurocentres.com
www.eurocentres.com
Foreign Language Study Abroad Service
Arrange language programs in conjunction with homestay experiences in countries around the world.
Box 430903, South Miami, FL 33243
Tel: 1800-282-1090/305-662-2907
info@ flsas.com
www.flsas.com
Eurolingua
One-to-One Homestays: Personalised one-to-one tuition, learning and living on a full-board basis in your tutor's private residence. Language immersion programmes available throughout Europe, Russian States, North America, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. You share meals and all aspects of social and cultural life en famille in the country of your choice. Hotel work experience and internships also available as well as some volunteer and humanitarian work.
info@eurolingua.com
www.eurolingua.com
WORK / TRAINING / PROFESSIONAL
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Council of International Programs
Exchange programs for mid-career professionals; training in public and educational administration, health care, journalism, more. Includes four to eight week programs in social work, special education, and youth work internship programs overseas
3500 Lorain Avenue, Suite 504
Cleveland, OH 44113
Tel: 216-566-1088
Fax: 216-566-1490
Email: info@cipusa.org
www.cipusa.org
InterExchange
Provides work/training opportunities for students and young professionals in the United States and abroad. Also conducts an “au pair” program primarily for young women.
InterExchange
161 Sixth Avenue
New York, NY 10013
Tel: 
212-924-0446
Fax: 212-924-0575
info@interexchange.org
http://www.interexchange.org/
National FFA Organization
Offers a global perspective on American productivity,
Particularly agriculture, through training programs and short-term visit. For students (K-12) and undergraduates.
P.O. Box 68960, 6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel:
317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
www.ffa.org
WORK/ TRAINING/ PROFESSIONAL
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Council of International Programs
Exchange programs for mid-career professionals; training in public and educational administration, health care, journalism, more. Includes four to eight week programs in social work, special education, and youth work internship programs overseas
3500 Lorain Avenue, Suite 504
Cleveland, OH 44113
Tel: 216-566-1088
Fax: 216-566-1490
Email: info@cipusa.org
www.cipusa.org
InterExchange
Provides work/training opportunities for students and young professionals in the United States and abroad. Also conducts an “au pair” program primarily for young women.
InterExchange
161 Sixth Avenue
New York, NY 10013
Tel: 
212-924-0446
Fax: 212-924-0575
info@interexchange.org
http://www.interexchange.org/
National FFA Organization
Offers a global perspective on American productivity,
Particularly agriculture, through training programs and short-term visit. For students (K-12) and undergraduates.
P.O. Box 68960, 6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel:
317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
www.ffa.org
People to People International
Gives professionals in a given field (i.e.: medicine, engineering, architecture) the opportunity to meet colleagues in foreign countries. Also administers programs for students (grades 6-12), undergraduate students and graduate students.
911 Main Street
Suite 2110
Kansas City, Missouri 64105 USA
Tel: 816.531.4701
Fax: 816.561.7502
ptpi@ptpi.org
www.ptpi.org
HOME EXCHANGES
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Intervac U.S
Organization founded in 1963. Members in 52 countries.
Tel: or 800-756-4663
Fax: 415-839-9670
info@intervacus.com
www.intervacUS.com
Home Exchange
P.O Box 787, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Tel: 800-877-8723
Fax: 310.798.3865
http://www.homeExchange.com/
Trading Places International
23807 Aliso Creek Road, Suite 100
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Tel: 800-365-1048
http://www.tradingplaces.com
HomeLink International
2937 NW 9th Terr,
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Tel:
800-638-3841
or 
954-566-2687
us@homelink-usa.org
http://www.homelink.org/
HOMESTAY
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The Center for Cultural Interchange
Language programs and homestays available outside and inside the U.S. Opportunities to also be a host family.
746 North LaSalle Drive
Chicago, IL 60610
Tel: (888) 227-6231
www.cci-exchange.com
Cultural Homestay International
Gives participants the opportunity to gain firsthand experience of foreign cultures through homestays. Emphasis on education of participating student and host family through interaction in the home, classroom and community. Work exchange, student exchange and group homestay.
164 Butterfield Rd., San Anselmo,CA 94960
Tel: 1800-432-4643 or 415-459-5397
Fax: 415-459-2182
chimain@chinet.org
www.chinet.org
The Experiment in International Living
Worldwide homestays for high school students who have completed the ninth grade. Community service and environmental emphasis.
P.O Box 676, Kipling Rd., Brattleboro Vermont 05302
Tel:800-345-2929
Fax: 802-258-3428
experiment@worldlearning.org
www.usexperiment.org
The Friendship Force
Conducts exchange programs with an emphasis on homestays. Open to participants of all ages. Fees begin at $140 per week. Members enroll through local clubs.
34 Peachtree St suite 900, Atlanta GA 30303
Tel: 404-522-9490
Fax: 404-688-6148
info@thefriendshipforce.org
www.thefriendshipforce.org
Global Routes
Homestays for high school and college students in rural communities in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States. Three weeks to three month stays available ranging from $3975 -$5775 plus airfare.
One Short St., North Hampton, MA, 01060
Tel: 413-585-8895
Fax: 413-585-8810
mail@globalroutes.org
www.globalroutes.org,
Globetrotters Club
Encourages budget individual travel. It has a newsletter and regional member lists throughout the world. From the lists one can pick people to visit by contacting them individually, based on their location and listing. Approximately $30 per year membership.
BCM/Rovin, London,WC 1N 3xx, UK
www.globetrotters.co.uk
Women Welcome Women
Gives women the opportunity to meet other women in foreign countries to promote understanding and friendship. Members include housewives, professionals, and retired women, and range in age from 19-90.
5W –88 Easton St., High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP11 1LT UK
Tel/fax 44) 01494-465441
www.womenwelcomewomen.org.uk
Hospitality Club
A free network of people around the world who offer accommodations, advice and help for traveling members.
www.hospitalityclub.org
Couch Surfing
Over 500,000 members in 230 countries offer free short-term housing. No interview required although there are on-line postings regarding experiences of hosts and travelers and new members must be vouched for by a current member.
www.couchsurfing.com
GlobalFreeloaders
An online community, bringing people together to offer you free accommodation all over the world. Save money and make new friends whilst seeing the world from a local's perspective!
http://www.globalfreeloaders.com/
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS & STUDENT EXCHANGES
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The American Institute for Foreign Study
Organize cultural exchange programs throughout the world for more than 40,000 students each year. Gives international, high school students age 15-18 the opportunity to live in America while attending high school in USA.
9 West Broad St, Stamford, CT, 06902
Tel: 203-399-5000, 866-906-2437, 800-727-2437
Fax: 203-399-5590
www.aisf.com
info@aisf.com
American Intercultural Student Exchange
AISE is a non- profit educational organization whose purpose is to encourage world peace through student exchange. AISE is about making friends and learning about different cultures.
707 Lakehall Rd., Lake Village, AR, 71653
Tel: 870-265-5050
Fax: 870-265-5001
www.aise.com
The Hospitality Exchange
Members obtain a directory of other members who have agreed to let members stay with them for 1-2 days. Members in 20 countries and 30 states.
hospex.net
PO Box 308, Highland MD 20777
mdbiker@goldray.com
International House Davis (I-House)
The purpose of I-House is to promote respect and appreciation for all people and culture, to explore international issues, and to work for world peace, mainly through the exchange of students and travelers.
10 College Park, Davis, CA 95616
Tel:530-753-2013 or 530-753-5007
AFS
AFS is one of the world’s largest community-based volunteer organizations dedicated to building a more just and peaceful world through international student and educator exchanges.
AFS.org
Tel: 800-AFS-INFO (800-237-4636)
Mobility International USA
MIUSA's international exchange programs from 2-4 weeks in the US and abroad. MIUSA works with people with and without disabilities from more than 80 countries. Activities include living with homestay families, leadership seminars, disability rights workshops, cross-cultural learning. Programs for youth, young adults, parents, professionals and women.
Tel: (541) 343-1284 (Tel/TTY) Fax: (541) 343-6812
132 E. Broadway, Suite 343 Eugene, OR 97401
exchange@miusa.org
Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
Administers several study, work, and travel programs for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. Publishes the “Whole World Handbook” and “Student Travels” magazine.
300 Fore Street, Portland, ME, 04101
Tel: 800-40- STUDY / 207-533-4000
Fax: 1-207-553-4299
www.ciee.org
global understanding through international exchange.
809 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017-3580
Tel: 212-883-8200
www.iie.org
Lisle
Lisle provides intercultural programs that assist individuals to act as global citizens. Lisle organizes guided tours to various destinations. Providing Intercultural Programs that assist individuals to act as global citizens. Stop being a tourist and start becoming a “Global Citizen”: help promote world peace for three weeks on a Lisle volunteer program.
900 Country Rd,. Leander TX, 78641
Tel: 1-800-477-1537, Fax: 512-259-0392,
www.lisle.utoledo.edu
lisle2@io.com
Cultural Academic Student Exchange (CASE)
Case seeks qualified host families and area representatives. High school students selected from a large group of applicants throughout Europe, Scandinavia, Australia, and Asia.
19 Charmer Ct., Middletown, NJ 07748
Tel: 800-458-8336 or 732-671-6448
Fax: 732-615-9183
www.exchangestudents.org
Educational Foundation for Foreign Study
Gives young people (ages 15-18) the opportunity to spend the year abroad. Includes homestay.
1 Education St, Cambridge, MA 02141
Tel: 800-4444273
Fax:617-619-1401
www.effoundation.org
foundation@ef.com
Institute of International Education (IIE)
The largest higher educational exchange agency in the U.S. Administers over 250 international exchange, technical, and training programs worldwide to promote
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
Promote the exchange of students and scholars to and from the United States. Our members share a belief that international educational exchange advances learning and scholarship, builds respect among different people and encourages constructive leadership in a global community.
NAFSA 1307 New York Ave NW, 8th floor
Washington DC 20005
Tel: 202-737-3699
Fax: 202-737-3657
www.nafsa.org
For listings of study abroad possibilities see
www.studyabroadlinks.com
Internationalstudent.com/homestay
MISCELLANEOUS
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EcoTravel Center
Self-design exciting travel experiences that benefit conservation and provide opportunities for local communities.
2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 500
Arlington, VA 22202
Tel: 703-341-2400, 800-429-5660
www.ecotour.org
ecotour@conservation.org
Lesbian and Gay Hospitality Exchange International
Homestays available for gay and lesbian travelers in 40 countries worldwide. (Web site also has regional US contact information.)
J.Wiley Smetana Str. 28, D-13088 Berlin, Germany
Tel: +49 30 691 9537,
info@lghei.org
www.lghei.org
Elderhostel
Educational programs for people over 55 years of age. Participants attend classes in a university setting and may arrange homestays both international and domestic. $1,700-$5,000 with airfare.
11 Ave DeLafayette, Boston MA 02111-1746
Tel: 800-454-5768
www.elderhostel.org
registration@elderhostel.org
Mobility International U.S.A. (MIUSA)
Promotes opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in international educational exchange and travel.
132 E Broadway, Suite 343 10767, Eugene, OR, 97401
Tel: 541-343-1284 Fax: 541-343-6812
www.miusa.org
Youth for Understanding International Exchange
Administers exchange programs primarily for people agaes 15-22 in 40 countries.
6400 Goldsboro Rd., Suite 100, Bethesda, MD, 20817
Tel: 202-966-6800 or 1-800- TEENAGE
admissions@yfu.org
www.yfu.org
