The Volunteer Recognition Committee (VRC) exists for one essential reason: to make sure that the time, energy, and dedication AFS volunteers pour into their work does not go unnoticed.
Numbers are powerful and consistency is important. Check out our new information sheet!
Anyone can nominate a worthy volunteer for an award!
Over the next four weeks, we’re inviting the AFS-USA community to spotlight students from around the world and encourage more families to host with AFS.
The application deadline for two programs — Lewis and Clark: Then and Now and The Table We Share: Food and Culture — has been extended to June 5, 2026, and scholarships are still available.
Join the Stakeholder Engagement team for a crash course of the Volunteer Portal!
Throughout the month of June, we’ll be sharing stories, testimonials, and resources that highlight exchange students arriving this fall from around the globe!
Hello from the Volunteer Engagement Desk, What makes a team truly sustainable, and how can you build one that thrives? Join us for a practical Skill Builder focused on the 4Ps: Purpose, People, Programs, and Planning, the core principles that help strong volunteer teams grow and thrive. Together, we’ll explore how each of these key […]
The Participant Support Advisory Group (SAG) works behind the scenes to ensure that every exchange student and host family has the support they need to thrive.
The nomination period for the 2026 national and international awards will open from June 3-July 15, 2026. Read below for a short description…