Why CCS?

Cross-Cultural Solutions is a recognized leader in the field of international volunteering, founded in 1995. Each year, CCS supports over 4,000 people volunteering abroad in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe to work in the areas of caregiving, teaching, healthcare, and community development.

It's the Experience of a Lifetime

CCS is committed to ensuring the safety, flexibility, professionalism, transparency, and excellence of volunteer abroad programs.

Experience Another Culture Like Never Before

As a CCS volunteer, you're making a meaningful contribution, working side-by-side with local people and sharing in the goals of a community that warmly welcomes you. Read more about our approach to international volunteering.

An Unparalleled Volunteer Abroad Program

CCS takes care of all the logistics so you can focus on your volunteer experience. CCS in-country staff members are highly qualified professionals with years of experience in supporting volunteers and facilitating cross-cultural exchange. Over 25,000 people have participated in CCS programs around the world.

Where Will You Volunteer Abroad?

Programs are available in over 20 program sites in 12 countries from 1-12 weeks, where you can go.

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Volunteer in Latin America

Meet a Volunteer

Manon van Thorenburg
Volunteer Abroad
Costa Rica
“In all seriousness, the three months I spent in Costa Rica were probably the most amazing months of my life. ”Meet Manon...

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