April is Volunteer Appreciation Month in the U.S., and we want to celebrate you! Volunteers like you are at the heart of AFS-USA, creating impact in your communities by fostering cross-cultural understanding, inspiring personal growth, and helping build a more just and peaceful world.

In this video, which is just over 2 minutes in length, AFS-USA President and CEO, Tara Hofmann, shares her gratitude for your generosity, dedication, and the incredible difference you make every day:

Watch Tara’s Thank You Message

Later this month, you’ll receive a package with a small token of our appreciation. We also encourage you to recognize other members of your AFS Area Team – you can find some helpful ideas and resources in this Help & Learning article.

We’ll be highlighting AFS-USA volunteers throughout the month of April – including our Founders’ Day celebration on April 7, honoring our history of volunteerism – so be sure to keep up with us on social media! If you know a volunteer who we should highlight this month, let us know – we’d love to share their story with our audience.

Please reach out to marketing@afsusa.org with any questions or with volunteer spotlight recommendations. Thank you so much for your dedication to the AFS mission!