About A Broader View Volunteers - US 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

We Deliver Meaningful Travel That Makes A World Of Difference

A Broader View Volunteers Corp (ABV) is a US-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity founded in 2007 with no religious or political affiliations. Based in Pennsylvania, we organize 168 humanitarian, medical, teaching, and conservation volunteer programs across 33 countries, connecting international volunteers with underserved communities to deliver sustainable, locally guided aid.

A Broader View is recognized and affiliated with the following organizations.

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Join us today to support our project work in national parks, orphanages, hospitals, animal conservation centers, women's shelters, and teaching opportunities around the world. By volunteering with us, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop into a global citizen, while gaining a broader view of the world. Our projects are designed to make a positive impact on local communities and the environment, and we welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels.

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At A Broader View Volunteers, we are committed to making your travels meaningful. Our passionate team of employees, many of whom have been with us since the beginning, are dedicated to providing you with the best possible volunteer travel experience. As a 100% family-owned organization with a charity non-for-profit focus, we are proud to give back to the communities we serve. A Broader View Volunteers is a registered 501(c)(3) organization based in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania USA, with charity number 26-0594308.

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Global Reach & Variety: Choose from 168 customized volunteer placements across 33 countries in Central America, South America, Africa, and Asia. Dedicated Local Support: Experienced, full-time local coordinators and vetted host families provide 24/7 in-country guidance from airport pickup to departure. Proven Humanitarian Impact: Over $4.5 million raised and distributed across 345 project sites since 2007 to fund clinics, schools, orphanages, and conservation efforts. Tax-Deductible & Transparent: As an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organization holding the Candid Seal of Transparency and GreatNonprofits Top-Rated status, US program fees are tax-deductible.

Making International Humanitarian Volunteering Accessible For Everyone

A Broader View is a charity focused on providing positive volunteer travel experiences. When you travel with ABV, your program contributions are used to support our local staff, the partners we support, and our on-going work to make international humanitarian volunteering most affective and transformative to communities in need. We aim to do this by:

Working with local homestays and guesthouses.
Utilizing locally-owned restaurants, transportation, and tour operators in order to ensure your money benefits, local people.
Hiring experienced local coordinators/guides who are paid a fair wage.
Offsetting the environmental impacts of travel through initiatives such as our Travelers Against Plastic (TAP) campaign, demonstrating ways to protect local resources, and encouraging the purchase of carbon offsets.
Preparing travelers to face cultural sensitivity situations and providing tools and guidance for the best solutions.
Focusing on our commitment to support the local community with both financial aid and hands-on volunteer work efforts.
Directly donating a portion of your trip fees (65-70%) to the community development projects we support.

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Who is A Broader View Volunteers and when was it founded? A Broader View Volunteers Corp (ABV) is an independent, US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2007. For nearly two decades, we have connected thousands of solo travelers, students, medical professionals, and families with community-led volunteer projects around the world.

How many programs and destinations does A Broader View offer? We operate 168 volunteer programs across 33 countries in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Placements span from one week to several months and include medical and dental outreach, pre-med internships, teaching, orphanage and child support, women's empowerment, and sea turtle conservation.

What accreditations and safety standards does ABV maintain? ABV is an accredited US charity recognized with the Candid (GuideStar) Seal of Transparency, GreatNonprofits Top-Rated awards, and certification for the President's Volunteer Service Award. Every program includes pre-departure preparation, vetted host family or volunteer house accommodations, and 24/7 on-site support from a local coordinator.