Partners of the Americas develops lasting solutions to the most challenging needs
Ours Pillars
Everything Partners does rests on three commitments: people who give their time, organizations who join us, and communities who lead the way forward.
Partnerships
Are the heartbeat of our organization,they help us build relationships
with a wide range of stakeholders, including communities and donors, ensuring we understand and meet their needs.
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Volunteerism
is the lifeblood of Partners of the Americas, providing the energy, passion, and commitment that keep us moving forward. Our volunteers bring fresh ideas and actively engage in our work,
Volunteer Opportunities
Locally-led development
Is the soul of our approach. Our projects are shaped by the voices and needs of the communities we serve. We focus on building partnerships rooted in local leadership.
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Our work is guided by three core principles: Partnerships, Volunteerism, and Locally-Led Development. These principles are not just important to our mission; they are the very foundation of why Partners of the Americas exists and continues to thrive.
Our Member Community
Partners of the Americas believes in the power of people-to-people connections. Through Chapters across the Western Hemisphere, Partners is able to advance its mission and vision globally.
Traditional Chapters
Non-profit organizations in their home states/countries that organize events and locally-led development projects promoting the mission, vision, and values of Partners of the Americas.
Associate Chapters
An unincorporated group within a defined geographic boundary that conducts community service and volunteer projects promoting the mission, vision, and values of Partners of the Americas.
PartnersCampus Chapters
Student-led organizations at secondary and higher-education campuses that organize events and community service projects promoting the mission, vision, and values of Partners of the Americas.
Higher Education Institutions
Universities and academic institutions that collaborate on research, student and faculty exchange, and capacity building across the hemisphere.
Private Sector
Businesses and foundations that invest resources and expertise to turn shared priorities into measurable, lasting results.
Public Sector
Governments and public agencies that partner with us to advance development, education, and economic opportunity in their communities.
Civil Society
Community-based and civic organizations that mobilize local leadership and drive solutions rooted in the needs of the people they serve.
Individuals
Volunteers, professionals, and supporters who contribute their time, skills, and passion to advance the mission across borders.
Areas of Work
Partners of the Americas connects volunteers, international development professionals, governments, businesses, and higher education institutions to implement programs in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa.
Agriculture & Food Security
Working with communities to improve availability and access to nutritious food and reinforce resilience.
Learn more about our most successful projects.
Learn more about our most successful projects.
Education
Empowering communities. Transforming learning. We equip local partners to expand quality education, strengthen support networks, and build safe spaces for every child and young person.
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Learn more about our programs
Labor
Implementing projects that promote fair labor conditions, while actively preventing and combating child labor, forced labor, human trafficking, and other violations of workers' rights.
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Learn more about our projects
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