Volunteer at Villa
There are so many ways to help our guests
Flexible-you decide how and when to volunteer
Interact with guests from around the world
How You Can Help
Extend hospitality and friendship to guests from around the world on your your own schedule
For 50 years Villa has provided a place for international guests to find a warm welcome and safety as they find their place in Atlanta. Central to our success is our team of volunteers who provide transportation and connections to our local community. Since COVID, we have seen a drop in volunteers and more than ever need your help welcoming guests with our famous southern hospitality. Contact our Program Assistant at [email protected] for more information or sign up here!
![Grocery Store Guests with transport van](https://villainternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Grocery-Store.jpg)
Transportation & Shopping
Many guests find transportation daunting on their arrival. Where is the nearest grocery store? How can I get to my job? Our volunteers step in to provide safe transportation for our guests when they first arrive. Some volunteers pick a night to host a weekly trip to a local grocery store. Volunteers specify when they are available and the parameters of their outing.
Sign Up to Drive
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Help Us with Our Monthly
Meet & Greet
We have a large influx of new guests at the first of the month. Each first Friday of the month, Villa hosts a Meet & Greet to help our new guests get to know our friends, volunteers and other guests. Come and help us show some southern hospitality to our new friends. Or have your small group help us cook for the evening! All are welcome!
Sign Up to Join Us
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Teach a Class or Plan an Activity
Are you a gardener? Baker? Cook? Artist? We would love to have you share your talents with our guests. Plan an activity to help our guests learn a new skill! Popular classes include arts and crafts and simple cooking or baking. Or plan a game night with our guests-board games, pool tournaments or cornhole are all popular. Spend an hour or two at Villa and interact with our guests at your convenience!
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![Yard-day-flip Yard Day](https://villainternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Yard-day-flip.jpg)
Help Us Around Villa
With only two full-time staff at Villa, we rely on volunteers to bring their talents to liven up and beautify our grounds. Whether wielding a paintbrush, rake, or spatula, your gifts can be put to good use at Villa! We also have great opportunities for group projects for your team.
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Share a Holiday
Our guests love experiencing American holidays! If you love sharing the holiday spirit, please consider hosting a function at Villa for guests. Popular past events include decorating Easter eggs, summer barbaques, pumpkin carving and Oscar parties!
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Plan a Local Excursion
Our guests love nothing better than seeing Atlanta and the surrounding area. Plan on going to the zoo? Consider taking some guests. Stone Mountain is a favorite, and day trips and festivals are always a memorable experience for our guests.
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Check below for upcoming events and contact us to join the fun!
Upcoming Opportunities to Volunteer
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Communion Service
Communion Service
Join us as we come together for communion in the Villa Chapel.
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Pilates with Katie
Pilates with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Pilates with Katie
Pilates with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Meet and Greet
Meet and Greet
Join us for our monthly meet and greet where we welcome new friends and catch up with current guests. All friends of Villa are welcome to join us–volunteers, former guests,
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Pilates with Katie
Pilates with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Pilates with Katie
Pilates with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Communion Service
Communion Service
Join us as we come together for communion in the Villa Chapel.
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Grocery Store with Adria
Grocery Store with Adria
Hey Villa International Guests! Adria is planning a trip to either Walmart or Patel brothers and can accommodate (5) people.
Pilates with Katie
Pilates with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
Yoga with Katie
Yoga with Katie
Join Kate and guests in the Villa Library for yoga!
What We Need
Villa accepts a few donated items. Please consider blessing us with:
Pots and pans
Washers and Dryers
Coats, hats, gloves and scarves
Volunteer Feedback
Volunteering with Villa has helped me learn about the local and global cares and concerns of people from so many people from many different places. But the best part about volunteering with Villa has been the several life long friendships that I have made with Villa guests.
“I give of my time and financial resources to Villa because I believe in Villa’s mission. Villa provides a “home away from home” and safe community for public health professionals who are enhancing their knowledge and capabilities. At the same time, I am growing and learning from Villa guests about their culture and country’s customs.”