Change a student’s life and your own, through the power of cultural exchange

Make a global impact right from your home. 🌍

SHARE! High School Exchange Program is seeking volunteer host families and adults to welcome international high school exchange students (ages 14–18) for a semester or full academic year.

This is a unique cultural exchange opportunity where you can support a student’s American experience while gaining a new global perspective—without leaving home.

Students come from countries such as France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Vietnam, Bolivia, Hong Kong, Czech Republic, and Poland and are excited to attend a local U.S. high school and become part of daily family life.

Why Host an Exchange Student?

Hosting is a meaningful way to:

• Promote cultural exchange and global understanding
• Support international students studying in the U.S.
• Build lifelong international relationships
• Create a rewarding experience for your family

Program Benefits

✔ Students are carefully screened and selected

✔ Students speak English and are motivated to engage

✔ Students have their own spending money for personal expenses

✔ Students are covered by medical insurance

✔ Ongoing support from local Exchange Program Coordinators (EPCs)

✔ 24/7 program assistance

Who Can Volunteer as a Host Family?

We are looking for welcoming, supportive homes, including:

• Families with or without children
• Single adults or single parents
• Retired couples and empty nesters

No prior hosting experience required.

Host Family Responsibilities

Host families provide:

• A safe and supportive home environment
• A bed (shared or private room)
• Meals and inclusion in daily family life
• Encouragement and cultural connection

Time Commitment

• Short-term "Welcome Families"
• Semester (5–6 months)
• Academic year (10 months)

Ready to make a difference?

📞 800-941-3738

🌐 sharesouthwest.org/contact

Learn more, ask questions, or request student profiles today!