Youth For Understanding USA, a nonprofit educational organization, seeks volunteers and host families to mentor and host high school exchange students coming to the community.

Host families of all shapes and sizes welcome YFU students into their homw. YFU exchange students bring spending money and have health insurance. They come prepared to follow family rules and want to become a part of the community.

Students and host family are supported by local YFU representatives who form a nationwide network of more than 1500 volunteers. These trained volunteers work to ensure that everyone has an incredible experience during the program year. 

To learn more, contact YFU local New England Field, Director Heather Johns at 617-868-3660 or hjohns@yfu.org. Additional information and an online application is available at www.yfu-usa.org.