Family volunteer holidays abroad
Most family holidays are about escaping. We believe the best ones are about engaging.
At Projects Abroad, we take your family beyond the familiar resort and into a world of shared purpose. Working alongside local communities, you’ll tackle real-world challenges that build resilience in your children and create bonds that traditional travel simply cannot match.
Shared purpose, lasting growth
Shared screens don’t build character; shared experiences do. We provide the structure for your family to step out of your comfort zones safely and return with a broader perspective.
Global perspective for the next generation: Help your children understand their place in the world by contributing to long-term, sustainable projects.
Bonding through action: Move beyond the “resort bubble.” Whether you’re working on conservation or community support, you’ll collaborate as a team in ways that daily life rarely allows.
Take part in experiential learning: Encourage your children to learn by doing. Teach them how to adapt to different environments, learn from people they meet, or how to learn from their own observations.
Planning and support you can trust
Planning an ethical, international trip for a family is complex. We remove the planning burden by managing every detail, ensuring your experience is both impactful and hassle-free.
Everything included: Your programme includes vetted accommodation, three meals a day, all in-country transport, and airport transfers.
Safety as a standard: We provide a robust safety net with 24/7 in-country support, vetted accommodation, and permanent local staff. You can focus on your family while we handle the logistics.
Age-appropriate impact: We tailor activities so that every family member, from children to grandparents, can contribute meaningfully to the project.
Ethical integrity: As a Certified B Corporation, we ensure your family’s contribution is part of a responsible, locally-led, and long-term partnership.
30 years of experience: We’ve supported over 140,000 participants since 1992. Our expertise ensures your family is in safe, professional hands from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum age for children?
Most family projects are suitable for children aged four and up, though this varies by destination and project type. We’ll work with you to find a placement that is safe and engaging for your specific age group.
Where will we stay?
We provide vetted, safe accommodation. Depending on the destination, this could be a private room in a friendly local guesthouse or a secure apartments. We ensure your family stays together in comfort and safety.
How do we ensure the project is safe?
Safety is our first priority. We hold the highest industry safety accreditatons, including BS8848 compliance and the LOtC Quality Badge. Our permanent local teams live and work in the destination year-round, providing a constant safety net.
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