Volunteer with Abriendo Mentes

			What can I do?			Where would I stay?		How do I apply?
			English, art, computers, extra-curricular, administration and more. Volunteer information and FAQ			Affordable homestays and private accomodations are available for volunteers. Sample homestay description here. Private Casitas here.		Email us and we will send a volunteer inquiry form to get the process started. Email: anna@abriendomentes.org

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Volunteer Testimonials:

"I would definitely recommend spending some time at Abriendo Mentes to anyone I meet because it truly was one of the most amazing experiences of my life."

Shelia O'Brien, Volunteer Teacher, 2011.  Read more about Shelia's experience.

"If you're looking for a volunteer experience that gives you the opportunity to be fully integrated into the community; that is offered at no cost; where the impact being made is not only obvious but entirely gratifying; Abriendo Mentes is it."

Emily Wirtz, Volunteer Teacher, 2011.  Read more about Emily's experience.

"What they [Meradith and Drew] have created is remarkable and I am so fortunate to have been able to be involoved with Abriendo Mentes for even a short time."

Jan Jacobs, Volunteer Teacher, 2011.  Read more about Jan's experience.

"It is an honor to have served with and learned from the patience and perseverance of this literacy program, one which Potrero, Guanacaste is indeed very lucky to have."

Bonnie Ditlevsen, Volunteer Teacher, 2010.  Read more about Bonnie's experience.

"Our time at Abriendo Mentes was a fun and meaningful experience. We felt that we were really able to make a difference in the lives of the students, while also enjoying ourselves immensely. If you are thinking of spending time volunteering, I would highly recommend taking a trip down to Costa Rica to experience the 'pura vida'."

Todd Neckers and Kate Lautenbach, Volunteer Teachers, 2010. Read more about Todd and Katie's experience.

"Although we only spent a short time with Abriendo Mentes, we immediately sensed the students’ enthusiasm to learn as they flooded through the doors of the classroom with bright, smiling faces.  Their dedication to expanding their knowledge is something we will never forget and are thrilled to have taken part."

Meghan, Stef and Christina, Volunteer Teachers, 2010.  Read more about Meghan, Stef and Christina's experience.

"The children here need many of the resources that kids in the US take for granted.  But every day I see so many kids who brighten when they walk into our classes.  I have fallen in love with all of them, watching each kid grow a little bit more every day."

Maggie Roberts, Volunteer Teacher, 2010.  Read more about Maggie's experience.