For long term program MDA provides complete sponsorship, airfare, insurance, and a small stipend. Short term volunteers are required to cover these expenses themselves, but in both cases, the hospital provides room and board. No language requirement. Network for Community Empowerment Pakistan Places individuals in 1-3 month service projects in Pakistan. The program is free, with room and board included.
Participants cover their transportation costs.
Oceanic Society Places individuals of all ages and background in 1-2 week field research projects around the world. Participants pay a share of the costs of the research program and receive room and board, in addition to partial transportation with certain expeditions, as part of the expedition fee. Partners of the Americas Places individuals from the Caribbean, Latin America, and the United States in 1-2 week service opportunities in the Caribbean, Latin America, and the United States. Applicants are expected to have an expertise related to the project. Costs for projects vary widely.