Cross-Cultural Solutions is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that addresses critical global issues by providing meaningful and sustainable volunteer service to communities abroad, and contributing responsibly to local economies.
Global Impact, Global Presence
To-date, more than 25,000 people have participated in our volunteer programs, providing over two million hours of service to communities we serve in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe.
The continuous, year-round service that CCS provides sustainable support for the communities where we work and creates meaningful cultural exchange; promotes education and childhood development; improves access to basic healthcare; encourages awareness of community needs; breaks down stigmas and stereotypes; and improves quality of life. Read more about our volunteer impact.
CCS has a worldwide staff of over 250 people in 12 countries, with administrative offices also located in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. In the UK, CCS is a Registered Charity (No. 1106741) and a Registered Company Limited by Guarantee (No. 4991010). In Canada, CCS is a registered non-profit corporation (Federal Corporation No. 445810-9).
Recognition for Excellence in Programming
CCS is widely recognized as an expert in its field, committed to ensuring the safety, flexibility, professionalism, transparency, and excellence of our programs. We maintain key affiliations and memberships to remain involved and engaged in our field, and ensure we are providing the highest level of support to the communities we serve and the inspiring volunteers who join us in our work.
Ensuring the highest quality of programming is an ongoing process, which is why all CCS program sites undergo a comprehensive review process each year to assess their performance in the following areas: program quality, overall volunteer satisfaction, adherence to staff policies, medical procedure training, and security guidelines. CCS Directors — professionals with an average of 10 years of experience in community development or cultural exchange — work in partnership with the community to ensure a positive impact on their communities, and offer a consistently excellent volunteer experience across all CCS programs. Since 2008, overall program satisfaction has consistently been at 99%.
CCS has been profiled in more than 500 news outlets, including: CNN, The New York Times, The San Francisco Chronicle, Time, Newsweek, The Chicago Tribune, The Toronto Star, The Today Show, USA Today, National Geographic Traveler, and the ABC Nightly News.
Commitment to Financial and Social Responsibility
CCS is recognized as a '4-Star Charity' by Charity Navigator, the leading charity evaluator in America, and is a BBB Accredited Charity, meeting all 20 Standards of Charity Accountability. Read more about these financial affiliations.
CCS has developed standards for our Social Responsibility and operate our programs in accordance with this policy. In April 2011, CCS was selected as one of the Best NonProfit Organizations to Work for, and profiled inThe NonProfit Times.
