July 2026 National Hosting Call Recap
Thank you to everyone who joined Wednesday’s National Volunteer Call! You can find a link to the presentation and World Cup AFS Trivia questions and answers in this recap.
Ready, Set, Celebrate: New Volunteer Recognition Resources
Want a fun, easy way to celebrate local volunteers? Two brand-new resources just launched to help you recognize volunteer achievements locally. Discover more here!
Vibing Hour for Young Volunteers Recap
The Young Adult Volunteer Advisory Group hosted an interactive happy hour event for younger volunteers on June 15th. Thanks to everyone who
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!
New Episode of The AFS Exchange Podcast!
We’re sharing a story from Meika, an exchange student from Hiroshima, Japan.
Final Week to Nominate for Volunteer Recognition Awards!
The deadline to nominate a volunteer or team for a volunteer award is July 15.
Looking Back on a Year of AFS-USA Community Summits: Where Belonging Meets Impact
Over the past year, AFS-USA’s Community Summit series brought together volunteers, host families, returnees, alumni, and staff from across the country under a common theme: Where Belonging Meets Impact. Designed to allow more volunteers to attend than a typical National Summit, these regional gatherings provided opportunities for participants to connect, learn from one another, share best practices, and strengthen their commitment to the AFS mission.
Join Us for the Summer National Volunteer Hosting Call
You’re invited to the National Volunteer Hosting Call on Wednesday, July 8th at 8:00 PM ET!
A Special Message from Tara Hofmann
In this special message, President & CEO Tara Hofmann shares her appreciation for our incredible volunteer community and the impact you’re making across the country.
The Speedwell Match Is Back!
Great news: for the fifth consecutive year, AFS-USA alumna Jenny K. Messner and her husband Mike are matching every gift to AFS-USA dollar for dollar, up to $250,000. The campaign launches July 1 and runs through August 31.