Best Budget Short Term International Volunteer Opportunities

How does the idea of travelling, enjoying all the sights and the great eats of a new and exciting country, while doing some worthwhile volunteer work at the same time? Are you interested but unable to take a long vacation?

Don’t worry – IFRE have you covered. We offer a good range of exciting, meaningful and low budget short term international volunteer opportunities that fit neatly into your schedule. Just one week is enough to make a valuable difference on many of the programs we support, so there’s no reason to miss out.

Short term budget volunteer abroad programs deliver all the rewards of those which are longer, including 24/7 local support, food, accommodation and the chance to gain valuable life and practical experience.

There are also projects on various topics, so whether you feel best suited to working with children, are passionate about the environment, animals or women’s rights, or have an interest in the medical field – we have that covered too.

Take a look at things in more detail, and soon you too could be enjoying an adventure unlike any other.

Get your volunteering journey off to the best possible start – contact us here at IFRE now for more details on our amazing short term budget volunteer opportunities. There are people out there who really need help, and they are so excited about meeting you.

The Benefits of Volunteering

Short term volunteer abroad projects make a huge difference to disadvantaged people around the globe, but there are also plenty of benefits for those who choose to volunteer.

It expands your horizons You may have already travelled to other continents, or had a lot of different life experiences, but whatever your age and background, taking the time to volunteer a little time to support a cause you feel passionate about opens even more new doors. People of all ages find that short term volunteering abroad changes their life and their mindset in a hugely positive way.

Volunteering is good for your mental health IFRE alumni report positive boosts to their self confidence and self esteem after completing a short volunteer trip. Being exposed to a new environment or language, and unfamiliar cultural expectations, and thriving in it, is a great way to recognize just what you are capable of.

You could learn something new Perhaps you are at least partly attracted to short term volunteer abroad programs because you can gain valuable practical experience for the future, or maybe you want to try out something new, just for fun. Whatever your motivations volunteering abroad is a great way to show others, and yourself of course, just what you are capable of.

It’s a great way to travel responsibly Responsible tourism is a buzzword that helps people think about the effect their travels could have on the places visited. Short term budget volunteer opportunities are a 100% certain way to enjoy exploring a new country while also giving something positive back to its people.

You make lifelong friendships The most enduring and meaningful connections are formed when you share an experience, and it’s no different when it comes to taking a week out of your life to serve a community in need. The friendships you make with other volunteers, staff, locals and the people you are helping will remain with you wherever you are.

IFRE Best Budget Short Term International Volunteer Opportunitiess

Here at IFRE we understand every volunteer is an individual, with different interests, skill sets, ambitions and schedules. That’s why several of our well respected short term volunteer programs have been designed to make stays form one week to several months equally rewarding, useful and memorable.

The program fees are equally impressive, and you can be assured there are no hidden extras to pay once you’ve signed up. So take a closer

HIV /AIDS Project in Uganda

Unlike in many western countries, the threat of HIV/AIDS in Uganda is very real. These are two very serious, generally life threatening diseases, and without enough chances to get proper medical care poorer patients are at a much greater risk.

Volunteers like you are urgently needed to help educate people about how to lower the odds of developing HIV, and to offer practical and emotional support to those living with these conditions. This is one of those short term volunteer opportunities which is extremely rewarding, so don’t hesitate to ask for more details.

Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica

Are you passionate about helping endangered animals? This IFRE Costa Rica is an ideal short volunteer trip destination for those who want to give something back to the world but don’t have a lot of time to spare.

It’s also very well priced, with some of IFRE’s turtle conservation projects starting at $140 for one week. This physical, hands-on role is perfect for keen outdoor fans who are fit, can swim, and understand at least basic Spanish.

Sea turtles are at risk of extinction as their habitat is being destroyed, or their eggs are stolen. The environment and poachers are two major threats to their survival and volunteers here make a huge difference in keeping them safe.

All volunteers work alongside experienced staff, helping to monitor, feed and care for turtles, as well as doing some environmental work like cleaning up beaches.

Women’s Project in Guatemala

Join IFRE’s well respected, budget Guatemala short term volunteer abroad project if you want the chance to help empower women from disadvantaged backgrounds. Even if you only have a week to spare there’s plenty you can do to forge change, as some projects run in short cycles.

To join this worthwhile and life changing program you must be female, and have intermediate or higher Spanish skills.

The tasks involved are interesting and varied, ranging from teaching practical skills like cooking, sewing or art, to helping local staff run workshops with an educational focus.  This is a unique opportunity to help others change their lives and create a brighter future.

Orphanage Project in South Africa

Do you love children? Want to explore the world, but also to leave a lasting legacy for positive change? You can do that on a South Africa budget short term volunteering abroad program offered by IFRE.

With homestay accommodation, most meals and the full support of local staff included in the very reasonable fee, there’s nothing to stop you getting on the plane and spending time with young people who really appreciate your kindness.

Staff care for them well, but are short of time to give them the amount of love, affection and attention they need. You can help them with homework, personal care and language lessons, plus organize fun activities.

Teaching Buddhist Monks in Sri Lanka

Does spending time in an intriguing foreign country sharing your language skills with trainee monks sound like a dream beyond your grasp? It could be your reality if you join IFRE’s Sri Lanka volunteering abroad short term teaching project.

You help shape the future of both religious and regular students through language lessons and conversation proactice. There’s plenty of free time to explore the tea plantations and other sights there too.

Street Children Project in Peru

Do you like helping children learn and improve their lives? In Peru many youngsters are forced to live on the streets, so they get little quality education, and have little hope of a life outside crime or the sex trade.

You can make a huge difference to their future prospects by joining IFRE’s Peru short term volunteering abroad street children project.

Just one week spent teaching the vulnerable children some English, basic computing skills, or everyday life lessons like how to cook and sew will have a fantastic, positive impact on their lives.

Fees for this project are very affordable, and volunteers are guaranteed safe, comfortable accommodation, full support and regular meals.

Elephant Project in Thailand

Thailand short term international volunteer opportunities often feature elephants, as these amazing animals are both central to Thai life, but also at risk of being abused, over worked ,and uncared for.

Traditionally used for logging, once that stopped many elephants were sold very cheaply to people who use them as a begging aid. IFRE support a worthwhile Thailand short term volunteer abroad program which provides a loving home to around 30 rescued elephants.

Based in a village in Surin, the mahouts (elephant carers) get help with things like food, so long as they don’t abandon or hire out their animal.

You have lots of chances to pet, feed, wash and ride these elephant during your stay, which start from just one week and won’t break the bank, as even with food, accommodation and everything else volunteers get for their money the fees are low.

Handicraft Project in Brazil

This is a great Brazil budget short term volunteer abroad project as the results of your work are pretty immediate. The long term goal is to give Brazilian women key skills, in crafts, sewing, painting, candle making and similar things that will let them earn money and become independent. 

These women are often from poor families, and many missed out on formal education, so they struggle to provide for themselves and their children.

They want to work, and are keen to learn – so if you can speak even basic Portuguese, have experience of some kind of handicraft or creative activity, you will see the difference you are making in a matter of days.

On this very affordable, short term international volunteer opportunity you will be based in a community centre, helping the locals who both need and appreciate your time.

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