A Broader View VolunteersReviews of abroaderview.org

I had the pleasure of traveling with A Broader View Volunteers in 2014 on an individual trip to Guatemala, and it was such an enriching experience that I didn’t hesitate to reach out when I began organizing group trips during my graduate Physician Assistant studies in 2016 and 2017. Since then, our program has continued to work with A Broader View, and now as a faculty member, I still lead trips with them on an annual basis! From start to finish, the support from A Broader View has been exceptional. Whether in the planning stages or while on-site, we always feel well taken care of. The logistics are handled seamlessly – from lodging and transportation to all the little details in between. Sarah and Oliver are incredibly supportive and responsive throughout the entire process, ensuring that our needs are met, our goals are achieved, and that everything runs smoothly. In particular, Petra in Xela, Guatemala, and Maria Elena in Cusco, Peru - who are ground staff in their respective programs - have been extremely valuable to the success of each trip. Their knowledge, passion, and commitment to the volunteers and local communities are nothing short of phenomenal. They balance both the altruistic goals of the trip and the logistical aspects perfectly, making each experience incredibly impactful. A Broader View Volunteers has consistently supported the goals of our graduate program, and I’m so grateful for their continued partnership. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a well-organized and meaningful volunteer experience.

This company is the worst I have ever worked with. They charge lots of money and then they pay the coordinators of each country they work with, the schools, and organizations pennies. The owner is a person without feelings and now he is a millionaire after more than 20 years doing this. They say the volunteer, but they have an office at home and are experts in fooling people. Be careful with this company.

Its a great organization. I volunteered with them once, and it was amazing.

Back in August 2017, I was extremely fortunate to identify a wonderful non-profit volunteer organization, A Broader View Volunteers (ABV), in my desire to perform my first orphanage volunteer work in Ghana Africa. They connected me with a very special group of people from a refugee camp in Ghana who stole my heart. I fell in love with the children and consider those running the orphanage/ school very dear friends. At the end of my assignment, a poignant life changing experience, I was counting down the days to return which occurred August 2019. From my first trip onward, I stay connected with these remarkable people to support them financially and in many other ways as their needs are many. To present day, ABV continues to be instrumental and supportive of my requests on behalf of this orphanage. Over and above both assignments that ABV very effectively prepared me for, they have been a true partner that continues to support of the many needs that this orphanage has on behalf of many beautiful children. I am so fortunate to have found ABV and will always be grateful that they placed me exactly where I belonged.

My experience in Belize was amazing! I had such a great time with the kids, and the orphanage's staff were welcoming, accommodating, and incredibly friendly.

I volunteered with an orphanage in Belize and really enjoyed the experience. Everyone was extremely kind and accommodating, and you could tell they had the best interest of all of the children at heart. I would definitely recommend to anyone!

When I was looking at volunteer opportunities in India I discovered A Broader View. From the moment I first interacted with this organization I was impressed with their professionalism and their service orientation. My questions, pre-trip, were answered promptly and thoroughly. As my time of departure neared I was supplied with logistic information, cultural considerations, and tips for what I would need to bring from home. On arrival I continued to be impressed with ABV. My host family accommodations were clean, comfortable and my host family was welcoming and kind. I was provided with three healthy and delicious meals a day. My program coordinator went above and beyond what was required to make sure that I had the support I needed in my volunteer placement at an orphanage. In addition to the necessities, she provided enrichment activities such as cooking classes, sari tying, Hindi lessons, yoga classes and many more add-ons. While I was in country, A Broader View staff checked in with me on a weekly basis and made sure that things were going according to plan. I felt safe, well cared for and valued. I knew if I had any issues A Broader View would would step in to help, as needed. I would highly recommend that any one looking to volunteer choose A Broader View. I intend to volunteer again and I fully expect to find that A Broader View will provide the same high quality experience that I found on my first volunteer assignment.

I volunteered through ABV at an orphanage in Belize. The process was simple and professional. When we arrived in Belize they greeted us at the airport with the ABV sign and made it easy for us to get to the orphanage. I went with 2 female friends and spent a week at the children's home. Once we arrived we were given a tour of the place and they brought us to a store to get anything extra we might need for the trip. This trip changed my life. We feel in love with the children and since that trip we have returned multiple times.