Whether or not you combine your Global Volunteers service program with
a JOURNEYS add-on tour, you're fully engaged in the host community work project. Global Volunteers offers one- to six-week standard service program itineraries, with extended-service terms up to 24 weeks. Each week of the itinerary combines an average of 40 hours of service work with ample free time in the evening and on the weekend to enjoy the cultural, educational and natural attractions of the host community. You may add your standard JOURNEYS tour to the beginning or end of your Global Volunteers itinerary.
(Please note: Global Volunteers' service programs are fully tax-deductible for U.S. tax payers. When you add on any non-service travel, consult with your tax preparer for advice on tax-deductibility for ALL portions of the program.)
A standard two-week schedule follows this itinerary:
- Saturday: Arrive in country and settle into lodging
Team introductions and program review
- Sunday: Team orientation and meet hosts
Free time to explore local area
- Monday through Friday: Work projects
General daily schedule is 8:00 to 4:00 with lunch at noon
Evening team meeting and free time
- Saturday and Sunday: Free time for personal or organized team pursuits.
- Monday through Thursday: Work projects
- Friday: Work projects; "final celebration"
- Saturday: Program ends; depart for home
Global Volunteers strictly adheres to IRS requirements for a full work day dedicated to development projects, ensuring U.S. taxpayers qualify for the tax deduction allowed to program participants. If you are a U.S. tax payer, and do not combine your service program with any additional days of tourism before or after arrival in the host community, your total cost of your service program, including your travel expenses, are tax-deductible.
