Dream Volunteers Gap Year Program

Worldstamp Gap Year is one of the most impactful - both personally and for the communities served - trips you could go on. All three locations have welcoming communities that make real cultural immersion possible during service. I formed some of the most important relationships in my life through Worldstamp's trips.

In addition to becoming integrated in the host country's culture, I made lasting friendships with the participants on the trip. Under Brian's guidance, it is easy to open up to your peers and grow together as you experience the world in a whole new way.

Beyond the self growth that comes with being in another country on a program as amazing as Worldstamp, your Spanish will improve exponentially and you will gain experience that will help you in future schooling and jobs. Bottom line, Worldstamp will change your life and help you to discover who you are and what you want to do in the future.

Having traveled to Guatemala, India and Costa Rica with this group I can honestly say that their trips push participants to open their eyes to the world and gives them a perspective that would be nearly impossible to gain otherwise. There is a good balance of structured and well planned activities that give participants a basic understanding of the culture of that area as well as unstructured time when participants are able to explore the communities themselves and add onto the foundation of cultural understanding that the activities provided. I would trust that staff that go on these trips with my life. They are extremely knowledgeable about the area and make sure that the participants are always safe. This program has contributed immensely to my growth as a leader, a person, and a member of the global community.

This past summer, I went to Guatemala and worked at a school in a little community in Vuelta Grande. The people I met have changed me forever and not a day goes by where they don't cross my mind. As amazing as it was to be able to help the school, I found myself being impacted just as greatly. As much as there was to teach and help with, there was just as much to learn and evolve with. To describe the trip as eye-opening doesn't suffice and I wish that everyone could experience it for themselves so they could understand.

Brian and his team at WorldStamp are by far some of the most organized and inspirational people that I have worked with. Their comprehensive program allows for a transformative experience. I have traveled with them to Costa Rica, Guatemala, and India, and each trip was unique and extremely fulfilling. They opened my eyes to new parts of the world while providing the perfect atmosphere for making lifelong friends. The programs pushed me to think deeper about my life, dreams, and future. I personally highly recommend WorldStamp and know that you will experience the trip of a lifetime if you sign up. I speak from experience.

Everyday we worked in a school right outside of antigua, planting trees, painting the school, working in the classrooms, and working on a garbage system in the school! I learned Spanish, created life long friendships, and learned more about myself than I ever imagined. This is the most incredible program and I wish everyone could experience what I did.