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All Hands and Hearts | Disaster Relief Nonprofit

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8.55 (51)Verified

All Hands and Hearts provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. With the frequency and intensity of disasters on the rise around the globe, there's an urgent need for a more thoughtful approach to how we respond and help impacted communities recover. When a disaster strikes, All Hands and Hearts arrives early and stays late to address vulnerable communities' immediate and lon...

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Program Highlights

Receive support from our Volunteer Coordination Team, ensuring that you’re fully prepared and trained.

Undergo on-site construction training, with tools and equipment provided, which means previous construction experience isn’t required to volunteer with us.

Meet like-minded people from around the world committed to giving back to a community in need.

Enjoy three meals per day during the work week.

Have the opportunity to explore amazing places in the US during your free time.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Brazil
  • Hawaii (USA)
  • Mexico
  • Philippines
  • Ukraine
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Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per WeekNo Costs
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development
  • Disaster Relief
Guidelines:
  • American
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad 2023 finalist (innovation in alumni engagement)

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

8.55

Total Reviews

51

I will never forget.

January 13, 2025by: JoDee Claxton - United StatesProgram: All Hands and Hearts | Disaster Relief Nonprofit
9

I had such an amazing experience with All Hands. This was my first experience traveling alone away from home and I felt safe the entire time. I made wonderful friends. I truly felt like we were making an impact. I was seen as a human by the staff who allowed me to use my passion for photography to help make an impact and that changed my life. I made this video!

JoDee Claxton video

I had a best experience of my life

January 11, 2025by: Umair khalil Ullah - PakistanProgram: All Hands and Hearts | Disaster Relief Nonprofit
8

Wonderful Experience with All Hands and Hearts! I had the privilege of volunteering with All Hands and Hearts Smart Response in 2019 in Sindhuli, Nepal. It was an incredible experience that left an indelible mark on my life. Our team constructed 3 schools and a water supply project, providing the local community with essential infrastructure for quality education. Working with AHAH was a dream come true, as promoting education in underprivileged areas is a cause close to my heart. The organization's dedication to providing disaster-relief and supporting local communities is truly inspiring. The best part of my experience was the opportunity to work with an amazing team of volunteers and staff from diverse backgrounds. We shared a common goal, and our camaraderie made the experience even more enjoyable. I spent three unforgettable weeks in Sindhuli, and I wish I could relive those moments again. As someone who has worked with various humanitarian organizations and runs an orphanage for girl kids in my area, I can confidently say that AHAH stands out for its professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to making a difference. If I could, I would join AHAH again and again. I highly recommend this organization to anyone looking to make a positive impact in the world. Rating: 5/5 stars

Picture taken in AHAH smart response base camp sindhuli Nepal while going to the work site.

AHAH Maui

January 11, 2025by: Jane Doe - United StatesProgram: All Hands and Hearts | Disaster Relief Nonprofit
9

AHAH Maui has a dedicated and passionate staff who is genuinly invested in teh wellbeing on local/ Native Hawai'ian people. You will get what you put into immersion with the community. The base is in a very rural area, and is extremely simple. I respect that the program has volunteers campso as no tto take away from limited housing on the island. They really need volunteers right now and I would encourage anyone visiting Maui to give back to the island by supporting organizations like this that uplift local Native organizations.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Brazil
  • Hawaii (USA)
  • Mexico
  • Philippines

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development
  • Disaster Relief

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

No Costs

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Required Equipment
  • Training

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Interviews

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Elizabeth Romero

Participated in 2018

Alumni

My parents live in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. After hearing about the damage and the struggles on the island, I had to give back to my people in their time of need. I decided to volunteer for two weeks and help many in need after Hurricane Maria. I enjoyed my time with the home owners and all the help I was able to provide, thanks to the program.

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All Hands and Hearts provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. With the frequency and intensity of disasters on the rise around the globe, there's an urgent need for a more thoughtful approach to how we respond and help impacted communities recover. When a disaster strikes, All Hands and Hearts arrives early and stays late to address vulnerable communities' immediate and long-term needs. We work alongside the local leaders and deploy our unique volunteer model to enable direct impact — helping families and communities recover by building safe, resilient schools, homes, and other community infrastructure. Thanks to passionate volunteers, donors, and partners, we've provided nearly 20 years of disaster relief support to over 1.3 million people.

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