Decide where and when you want to go. Then get in touch with us and ask questions. View Our Trip Schedule
Fill out an application form and submit your $600 deposit. Once the trip has at least 6 volunteers sign up, the trip is a GO! We will give you the "green light" and then you can start preparing. Consider inviting others to join with you!
If you want to give family and friends an opportunity to help you get there, start fundraising as soon as possible. Please let us know immediately if you are considering fundraising for all or part of your trip. We have resources to help you!
Book your flights. Get any vaccinations or medications as required. Also send out your visa application, make sure your passport is current, get medical and travel insurance, and pay in full for your trip. You are going!
You'lll be connected with your volunteer team leader who will help answer questions all along the way; pre-trip and on the ground. He/she has travelled with DWC before, gone through DWC training and will be an invaluable resource to you. We LOVE our team leaders and you will too!
Have fun researching where you are going in the time leading up to your trip. It will build anticipation and help you get the most out of your experience. We will provide orientation materials and webinar orientation prior to departure with specifics about your trip and project as well.
Check your packing list and make sure you've got everything you'll need.
Many of our volunteers grab the opportunity to explore the world some more since they are already there. If you plan on doing some extra tours of spending additional time travelling before or after the DWC trip, make sure everything is in place. Your team leader will also be coordinating some optional activities.
This is a new and unforgettable experience. Take lots of photos, write blog posts, keep a journal, and make new friends and memories.