Get Ready to #CelebrateExchangeDay on August 3!
On Monday, August 3, 2026, communities across the country will celebrate the power of international exchange — and we want AFS volunteers to join in.
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Making Connections and Building Support
Volunteer Engagement Coordinators this is for you!
Pathfinder: NextGen Careers Wraps Up Our First Domestic Pilot Program!
Students from across the U.S. traveled to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, for Pathfinder: NextGen Careers, a one-week immersive experience designed to help young people explore future career pathways while building the AFS Power Skills that prepare them for an interconnected world.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Thank You For Participating in the Passport to Hosting: Global Spotlight Series Campaign!
Throughout June, our Passport to Hosting: Global Spotlight series featured exchange students from around the world, showcasing the unique perspectives, cultures, and experiences they bring to their host communities.
Final Week of the Global Spotlight Series: Help Us Share the Impact of Hosting
Thank you for highlighting the stories of our incoming exchange students from Europe, Asia, and South America over the last few weeks.