Fundraising

Fundraising can be an overwhelming endeavor to think about - but it doesn't have to be! AFS works with you to grease the wheels on the fundraising process and empower you to take your future into your own hands. Through raising the funds to go abroad, your journey of developing maturity and self-reliance starts well before you board your plane.

Fundraising Guide

Learn the basics steps of fundraising from the brainstorming stage all the way to your departure day.

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Sponsor an AFSer

Set up an easy-to-use, free, online tool so friends and family can give you funds to support your journey

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Ask an AFSer

Get tips and tricks from past AFSers – some of whom have raised up to 100% of the funds needed to study abroad!

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Decide why becoming an exchange student is a worthy investment.

Fundraising requires the ability to effectively convince someone that you are a worthwhile investment. Not every potential donor will be aware of AFS-USA and the importance of foreign exchange, so it is important that you are prepared to answer questions about AFS-USA promptly and thoroughly.

Tips, tools and inspiration for empowering students to raise funds for studying abroad.