AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership.

AFS-USA sends more than 1,500 students to more than 40 countries each year; awards more than $1.5 million in financial aid and scholarships annually; places more than 2,800 students from abroad U.S. families; and is supported by approximately 5,000 AFS Volunteers in the U.S. and 30,000 volunteers around the world.