Volunteer in South America


-Tinkuy Peru- Tinkuy Peru is a grass roots volunteer organisation based in Huancayo, located in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. We aim to tackle education problems and social immobility in the rural regions of Huancayo. Our main project is the Mountain school, where we teach English and Maths to around 75 kids ranging from 5-16 years...
A Broader View Volunteer Corp A Broader View Volunteers is a 501(c)(3) based non-profit organization based in Pennsylvania. With a love for humankind, and a motivated spirit to help others, A Broader View was created on the belief that one person can make a difference in the lives of others. Our US office is operated by an enthusiastic staff...
Abroad Volunteering - GoEco The GoEco volunteers' organization was established in 2005 by Jonathan Gilben and Jonathan Tal. They both hold University degrees in Environmental/Geography studies. Both have traveled extensively, participated in and created international ecological projects.
AEC-TEA Association EC-TEA is a community-based association located in Capim Grosso, Bahia, Brazil. We are a group of volunteers working together to organize educational projects and to create a space where people can meet, exchange ideas, discover strengths and talents, gain access to information, have fun, and build friendships. Named after...
Africa & Asia Venture (AV) Established in 1993 AV specialises in teaching, community and sports coaching volunteer projects across Africa, Asia and Latin America. We offer group based projects in rural communities ranging from 5 weeks to 5 months. AV projects include designated independent travel time and you...
AIDE Abroad AIDE Abroad is a nonprofit organization with a background of over 19 years of experience operating international exchange programs that have impacted the lives of more than 5,000 people. AIDE Abroad’s mission is to provide international experiences that impart professional and personal growth, develop leadership skills, and...
Ak' Tenamit Ak’ Tenamit…provides basic healthcare to approximately 12,000 people in 124 villages and has about 400 students in its an innovative secondary school – the Fr. Tom Moran Center – where the national curriculum has been adapted to the students’ rural reality, and includes hands-on training at the school’s...
Aldeas de Paz Aldeas de Paz (ADP) promotes social justice and peace. We focus on the preservation of indigenous cultures and the empowerment of young, disadvantaged people through additional opportunities in educational, recreational and environmental fields. ADP promotes a Culture of Peace through enriching cross-cultural exchange and voluntary community...
All Access Volunteers All Access Volunteers is a volunteer placement organization, created with the vision of helping prospective volunteers find volunteer opportunities throughout Latin America. With partner organizations across Central & South America, All Access Volunteers will assist individuals looking to volunteer an opportunity to do...
Amigos de Iracambi Amigos de Iracambi is one of a number of small non profits working to conserve the priceless resources of the forest while improving the economic situation of the local people. Our researchers and volunteers work alongside the local community to better understand the factors that lead to forest degradation and restoration-saving...
Amigos de las Américas Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) has summer abroad, gap year, and gap semester programs for high school and college students. The international, nonprofit program empowers young adults to grow as leaders and increase their multi-cultural understanding through training and community service projects in Latin America. ...
Amizade Global Service-Learning Amizade promotes community-driven service and friendship (or Amizade in Portuguese, pronounced ah-mee-zha-jee). Amizade Global Service-Learning has been empowering individuals and communities through worldwide service and learning since 1994. Over 4,500 individuals have served with...
Asociacion Mosoq Ayllu We are a local organisation run by locals and have a small and effective staff, who are in charge of all organisational and administrative duties. We work as a small group of people, not as a large organization or with big groups.
Bolivia Volunteers A wide range of volunteering opportunities in Bolivia
Bruce Organisation - Bruce Perú We exist to provide education to the quarter of Latin American children who are not in school.
Buenas Cosas Buenas Cosas is an association of family, friends and neighbors who serve their community and nature. Buenas Cosas is not for profit. Every penny is shared with our community, our programs and the infrastructure required to cultivate Buenas Cosas - Good Things. Our focus is Voluntourism...
Casas de la Esperanza Casas de la Esperanza, La Esperanza Housing & Development (EH&D) is a non denominational, non political NGO, tax exempt: 501 (c) (3). It develops housing and provides technical education to families who are currently squatters, living on the outskirts of Granada, Nicaragua.
Catholic Volunteer Network Catholic Volunteer Network, established in 1963, is a non-profit membership organization of 200 domestic and international volunteer and lay mission programs. Currently, more than 10,000 volunteers and lay missioners serve in these programs throughout the U.S. and in 108 other countries.
Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation The Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation is a non profit organization dedicated to the preservation and rehabilitation of tropical habitats, and the conservation of their plants and animals. Our mission is to sponsor scientific research, provide public education, and support community...
Comunidad Inti Wara Yassi CIWY is a Bolivian organisation that works in defence of animal rights and the environment. CIWY has founded and manages three wild animal refuges in Bolivia and strives to educate the Bolivian population to uphold values that promote life, conservation, preservation and the recuperation of biodiversity.
Concern America Concern America is an international development and refugee aid organization that provides long-term, community-based development and support to economically impoverished communities throughout the world. What distinguishes the work of Concern America is its belief that the transformation of impoverished communities comes from engaging...
Concordia International Volunteers Concordia is a not-for-profit charity that aims is to bring people together from different countries to work towards the breakdown of cultural stereotypes, promoting greater understanding and international peace. Our International Volunteer Programme offers volunteers the opportunity to join...
Condortrekkers We believe in responsible, ethical tourism. Condortrekkers is a non-profit organization based in Sucre, Bolivia which offers trekking and city tours. All proceeds from the treks support local children and communities in need.
CRACYP Progreso Verde CRACYP (which stands for Rural Forestation and Progress Network Corporation, in Spanish) is a non profit organisation facilitating reforestation and sustainable rural development in an agricultural area of extreme poverty including over 200 communities in the foothills of the Western Andes in Ecuador. Our mission is "...
CREES A never-to-be-forgotten adventure in the Peruvian rainforest. Become a productive volunteer learning valuable field skills for career, degree or just for fun! We are committed to protection of the balance of life in the Amazon. Our aim is to bring economic, social and environmental harmony to the Manu region via sustainable practices.