HOW TO APPLY
How to apply:
At this time, all Phoenix area students are encouraged to apply through our National Chapter. The Phoenix Chapter will not be running local operations this 2021-2022 cycle. Learn more about the National Chapter path here!
ABOUT
The AMIGOS Phoenix Chapter is part of a 20 Chapter Network that recruits, trains, and supports AMIGOS volunteers and families in their local community. The AMIGOS Phoenix Chapter recruits, trains, and supports AMIGOS participants and their families from the Phoenix metro area.
The Phoenix Chapter is not running local operations this 2021-2022 cycle. All Phoenix area students are encouraged to apply through our National Chapter. Learn more about the National Chapter path here!
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
AMIGOS actively recruits and supports inclusion of volunteers from diverse backgrounds. AMIGOS provides needs-based financial assistance with distribution determined by family income, number of dependents and special financial circumstances. Please click here for more information on financial assistance and other ways of funding your trip.
TRAINING
The transformative AMIGOS experience starts before leaving home.
With over 55 years of experience preparing young people for travel and service abroad, AMIGOS training offers unparalleled global youth leadership development. Pre-departure training equips volunteers with the critical thinking, communication skills, and technical knowledge they need to make a meaningful impact across cultures while staying healthy and safe.
National Chapter training is customized and conducted by our professional staff, depending on each program’s requirements. Check out this blog about National Chapter training!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jesus Aponte
President
602-748-9648
President@amigos-phoenix.org
Katie Hindman
Volunteer Fundraising Liason
503-501-9600
Lucinda Hopka
Treasurer
602-698-9800
Faith Phillips
Training Director
602-689-5763
Recruitment@amigos-phoenix.org
Florence McCutcheon
Recruitment Coordinator
602-989-6224
Recruitment@amigos-phoenix.org
Yvonne Ortega
Paperwork Coordinator
602-290-6403
Don Hanson
Parent Coordinator
602-809-0557
Parent-Coordinator@amigos-phoenix.org
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