Europe Community Development

If working closely with locals and helping in a hands-on fashion appeals to you, check out community development options. Many returning travelers report that working among locals was one of their most rewarding experiences.

Global Volunteers, 375 E. Little Canada Rd., St. Paul, MN 55109, USA (☎800-487-1074; www.globalvolunteers.org). A variety of 1- to 3-week volunteer programs throughout Europe. Fees range US$2000-3000, including room and board but not airfare.
Habitat for Humanity, 121 Habitat St., Americus, GA 31709, USA (☎800-422-4828; www.habitat.org). A Christian non-profit organization coordinating 9- to 14-day service trips in Britain, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, and Switzerland. Participants aid in building homes. Program around US$1000-2200.
Service Civil International Voluntary Service (SCI-IVS), 5505 Walnut Level Rd., Crozet, VA 22932, USA (☎206-350-6585; www.sci-ivs.org). Arranges placement in 2- to 3-week outdoor service camps (workcamps), or 3-month teaching opportunities throughout Europe. 18+. Registration fee US$235, including room and board.
Volunteer Abroad, 7800 Point Meadows Dr., Ste. 218 Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA (☎720-570-1702; www.volunteerabroad.com/search.cfm). Volunteer work in Europe.

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