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Global Builders - Puerto Rico: Build Alongside Locals
Our teams in Puerto Rico will be helping repair and reconstruct homes affected by hurricanes near the district of Maunabo, which has a population of about 15,000 people. Maunabo is surrounded by beautiful beaches with blue and green water on one side and high mountains on the other, keeping it secluded from the rest of the island. Our volunteers will stay near the beach at the Hotel Parador Mauna...
Our teams in Puerto Rico will be helping repair and reconstruct homes affected by hurricanes near the district of Maunabo, which has a population of about 15,000 people. Maunabo is surrounded by beautiful beaches with blue and green water on one side and high mountains on the other, keeping it secluded from the rest of the island. Our volunteers will stay near the beach at the Hotel Parador Maunacaribe and work in a rural community on its outskirts called Calzada, which has 184 families, plus another 96 families in the surrounding area. We aim to invest in the long-term health of the community by making repairs to existing homes, ensuring they last longer and provide greater security for families in Calzada. Feel free to connect with us for more information!
Program Highlights
Construct homes alongside teammates and local homeowners for a life-changing experience.
Easily reach out to the Team Leader and Global Builders Staff for trip support.
Get travel insurance from Berkley Accident and Health, supplemented by Healix Travel Assistance.
Stay in simple, decent local hotels with provided transportation to and from the work site and airport.
Savor three meals a day and bottled water provided throughout your volunteering time.
Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Puerto Rico
- 1-2 Weeks
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Economic Development
- Grassroots Organization
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
Program Reviews
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The program was great!
by: Ralph GProgram: Global Builders - Puerto Rico: Build Alongside LocalsThe site coordinators were great. It was a great experience and I love the Puerto Rican people! This was a great team of hardworking, dedicated people.
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Puerto Rico
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Economic Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Group Meals
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Frequently Asked Questions
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