Why does volunteering abroad cost so much money?

Find out the reasons why volunteering abroad cost money and which projects Kaya offers that may suit your budgets without breaking the bank! read more

You should not be paying money to volunteer over seas. If you are, choose another organization. read more

In general, you are paying for the service of these well run and established volunteer program providers to help you do the legwork of linking you with a partner organization in need of volunteers, and usually, other logistical aspects of volunteering abroad (many of which you would eventually pay for anyway, like housing, excursions, language classes, or visa fees). read more

In addition, you have to learn the specifics of the volunteer program’s goals and day-to-day operations so as not to disrupt well-established patterns. It takes a lot of time, effort—and yes, money—to take good care of volunteers, and to get you to the point where you can make a real contribution without being a burden. read more