• Find Your Local AMIGOS
    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Chicago, IL
    • Washington DC
    • East Bay, CA
    • Houston, TX
    • Kansas City, KS
    • Portland, OR
    • San Diego, CA
    • San Francisco, CA
    • Seattle, WA
    • Tucson, AZ

    • National Chapter
  • |
  • Log In
  • AMIGOS Volunteer Abroad Programs
  • Dates & Availability
  • Info Sessions & 1:1 Calls
  • Join our Team
  • AMIGOS Project Staff
  • Our Impact
  • Donate
  • News and Blog
  • Apply Now
  • Find Your Local AMIGOS
    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Chicago, IL
    • Washington DC
    • East Bay, CA
    • Houston, TX
    • Kansas City, KS
    • Portland, OR
    • San Diego, CA
    • San Francisco, CA
    • Seattle, WA
    • Tucson, AZ

    • National Chapter
  • |
  • Log In
Donate Apply
  • Our Programs
    • Talk to an Advisor
    • Summer Dates & Availability
    • Program Models
    • Project Staff
    • Youth Ambassadors
    • Social Impact Accelerator
    • Custom Volunteer Programs
    • Información Para Jóvenes de América Latina
  • Learn More
    • How to Join
    • Info Sessions and 1:1 Calls
    • Admissions
    • Affordability
    • Fees & Funding
    • What Is A Chapter?
    • For Educators
    • Homestays
    • Alumni Referral Program
    • Flights and Travel
    • Health & Safety
    • College Credit
    • HISD Abroad
    • Testimonials
    • FAQ
    • Volunteering and Gap Year Guides
  • About Us
    • About us
    • Our Impact
    • Staff & Board
    • Join our Team
    • Chapter Network
    • Alumni
    • AMIGOS Gear
    • Corporate Partners
    • Financials
    • Support
  • News & Events
    • 2026 NYC Marathon
    • La Carta
    • Field Notes
    • News
  • High School
  • Middle School
  • Programs
  • Returning to In-Person Programs in 2021

    Posted by lyoung

    After extensive consideration and months of planning, we have decided to offer in-person programs in Latin America and the U.S. for summer 2021. We made this decision because we believe … Read More

    Civic Action Gap Semester: So Much More Than a Class

    Posted by lyoung

    By: Georgia S. Describing the Civic Action Gap Semester as just a class, with lectures and homework, is an understatement. It is so much more than a class. After deciding … Read More

    A Thanksgiving Message in an Uncertain Time

    Posted by lyoung

    A message from AMIGOS President & CEO, Sara Nathan   Dear AMIGOS Family, What can I say about this year that hasn’t already been said? In the past few months, … Read More

    Alice’s Experience with the Civic Action Gap Semester

    Posted by lyoung

    Alice is a participant this fall in the Civic Action Gap Semester, an exciting partnership program in collaboration with the Tufts University Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life. Coming … Read More

    AMIGOS Programming in 2020: Celebrating Innovation

    Posted by asundstrom

    In 2020, AMIGOS de las americas faced the most challenging moment of change the organization has ever seen. In March of 2020, for the first time in our 55-year history, … Read More

    A Final Goodbye to Star Lane

    Posted by lyoung

    In September, AMIGOS bid farewell to the property that was home to our National Office for 42 years. Star Lane, as it was fondly called, was the beloved long-time facility … Read More

    9 Ways You Can Do Conservation Work Right Now

    Posted by asundstrom

    October 2020 When you hear the words environmental conservation, what do you think of? Cue the dreamy tropical music filled with ukuleles and marimbas. Aerial shots of beautiful landscapes with … Read More

    Gap Program Alum Creates Virtual Language Exchange

    Posted by lyoung

    Aidan joined the AMIGOS Gap Program in Cuenca, Ecuador. After returning to the U.S. a bit sooner than expected due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he wanted to find a way … Read More

    CEO Memo: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    Posted by lyoung

    CEO Memo: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dear AMIGOS Family, It has been an incredibly powerful time as communities across the world unite in protest against systemic racism and violence following … Read More

    Standing in Solidarity Against Racism and Injustice

    Posted by lyoung

    AMIGOS stands in solidarity with the movement against racism and injustice. And we recognize we have a long way to go. Every day, we work to provide space for young … Read More

    Posts navigation

    Older posts
    Newer posts
    Return to all posts

    Amigos de las Américas inspires leaders through authentic service and immersion experiences.

    • About Us
    • Impact
    • Staff & Board
    • Join our Team
    • Financials
    • Our Donors
    • Corporate Partners
    • Media
    • History
    • Alumni
    • Support
    • Partners
    • Chapter Resources
    • AMIGOS Store
    • Events
    • Contact Us
    • Lifelong Leaders Luncheon Benefit
    • Our Programs
    • Summer Volunteer Programs
    • Program Models
    • Project Staff
    • Custom Volunteer Programs
    • Youth Ambassadors
    • Información Para Jóvenes de América Latina
    • Learn More
    • How to Join
    • AMIGOS Admissions
    • Info Sessions
    • Homestays
    • Fees & Financial Assistance
    • College Credit
    • HISD Abroad
    • For Parents
    • For Educators
    • Health & Safety
    • Testimonials
    • Volunteering Guides
    • FAQ
    • What Is A Chapter?
    • Find a Local Chapter
    • Share your AMIGOS story
    • Share Your Ideas (Survey)
    • Blog
    • La Carta
    • Field Notes
    • News
    Donate
    Apply
    • Contact
    • (713) 782-5290
    • 3730 Kirby Drive, Suite 1200
    • Houston, TX 77098
    • –
    • Chat Provider: LiveChat

    © 2026 Amigos de las Americas | Privacy Policy

    Amigos is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

    © 2026 Amigos de las Americas | Privacy Policy

    Amigos is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

    © 2026 Amigos de las Americas | Privacy Policy

    Stay in touch

    Sign up below and we’ll send you more info about AMIGOS programs.

    Powered by Formstack