Volunteer Weeks Schedule
2026
Literature and Culture - SOLD OUT
February 1 -- 8, 2026 Sun/Sun
English Tutoring - SOLD OUT
February 15 -- 22, 2026 Sun/Sun
Women's Week NEW WEEK!
March 1 -- 8, 2026 Sun/Sun
Second Touch Soccer Private Week
March 21 -- 28, 2026 Sat/Sat
ART, Art & More Art
April 19 -- 26, 2026 Sun/Sun
Graduates Week
May 24 -- 31, 2026 Sun/Sun
Swim Week & Back to School - SOLD OUT
July 26 -- August 2, 2026 Sun/Sun
English as a Second Language 11
August 9 - 16, 2026 Sun/Sun
Fiesta Mexicana
September 13 -- 20, 2026 Sun/Sun
Dia de Los Muertos & Cooking
October 27 -- November 3, 2026 Tues/Tues
Christmas Fiesta
December 6 -- 13, 2026 Sun/Sun
2027
Swim Week 1 SOLD OUT!
January 24 - 31, 2027 (Sun/Sun)
Literature and Culture
January 31- February 7, 2027 (Sun/Sun)
English Tutoring SOLD OUT!
February 21 - 28, 2027 Sun/Sun
Spanish Immersion NEW WEEK!
March 7 - 14, 2027 Sun/Sun
Career Week - NEW WEEK!
April 18 - 25, 2027 Sun/Sun
Graduates Week
May 27 - 31, 2027 Thursday/Monday
English as a Second Language
July 11 - 18, 2027 Sun/Sun
Swim Week 2
August 1st - 8th, 2027 Sun/Sun
Fiesta Mexicana
September 12 - 19, 2027 Sun/Sun
Dia de Los Muertos & Cooking
Oct 28 - Nov 7, 2027 Thurs/Thurs
Christmas Fiesta
December 5 - 12, 2027 Sun/Sun
For more info contact us:
Literature & Culture
Give the gift of literacy!
While it’s well known that Project Amigo provides scholarships to individual students, did you know we also work with whole schools in fostering a love of learning and promoting strong literacy skills?
You will help to organize, deliver and install mini-libraries in small, under-serviced, rural schools, work alongside kids as they read, engage one-on-one in literacy and art activities, and create memories with them that can last a lifetime.
Afternoons are spent immersing ourselves in the local culture and communities as we explore this hidden corner of Mexico.

English Tutoring
Channel your inner teacher at Project Amigo next winter! Each February we invite a group of our high school and university students to stay with us in Cofradia for a week of English language instruction. You will work one-on-one with a bright and talented Project Amigo scholar supporting them as they learn and develop confidence in their English language abilities. Explore the local area and get to know more about this beautiful part of Mexico. The course is designed by a professional English as a Second Language teacher and facilitated by Project Amigo approved Leaders.
The English Tutoring week is one of our most popular service experiences and sells out fast. Register for your spot now!

Career Week
Designed to help students envision their future by exploring different professions, educational pathways, and career opportunities. Through workshops, guest speakers, and hands-on activities, students will gain practical knowledge, ask questions, and connect with professionals who can help broaden their understanding of what's possible.

English as a Second Language I & II
This service week offers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on students’ lives. The goal is to enhance their overall English communication abilities helping with their future academic and professional success. Volunteers are guided by a professional facilitator using fun activities to engage students and make learning enjoyable. An emphasis is placed on speaking practice and pronunciation drills. Volunteers assist with conversation practice, and interactive language games. You learn about all aspects of Project Amigo, and get a chance to experience the authentic Mexican Culture.
Swim Week 1 & 2
As we enter the hot days of summer, many of us take advantage of heading to a pool,
lake or beach to cool off. In Suchitlan, students don’t know how to swim, and many
haven’t had the opportunity to participate in lessons.
Project Amigo hosts Swim Weeks to give students an important life skill and
learning experience. Volunteers with swimming experience can help teach the fundamentals of swimming to students, how to be safe and able to enjoy their water experiences.
Volunteers in Swim Week 2 help prepare for Project Amigo’s annual backpack giveaway,
distributing hundreds of school supplies to incoming students getting them ready for
another school year.

Dia de Los Muertos & Cooking
Come and get to know one of the most significant Mexican traditions, where the living ones prepare to receive their dead one and celebrate with them. Learn about the history and meaning of the Day of the Dead, the elements that are part of an altar and the meaning and importance of each one of them; participate with our Scholars in the setting up of a traditional altar to honor those who have passed away; learn how you to cook some of the most traditional dishes during this celebration.

Fiesta Mexicana
This week, we celebrate and immerse ourselves in the vibrant traditions of Mexico’s Independence Day! A week filled with Mexican commemorations, we’ll explore the country’s rich gastronomy, traditions, traditional attire, cultural heritage, and the preparation of iconic drinks. We’ll dance, enjoy colorful celebrations, and experience the true spirit of Mexico.

Christmas Fiesta
Be one of Santa’s little helpers this Christmas!
Each year Project Amigo students are invited to an enormous Christmas Fiesta, where each child receives a new outfit, new shoes, a gift, and is a special guest at the biggest, most fantastic Christmas Party ever.
And you’re invited!
Project Amigo organizes the new shoes, clothes, books and toys; wraps gifts, prepares for the party, puts up decorations, stuffs piñatas and will play host alongside Santa. The Christmas Fiesta is a highlight of the year for Project Amigo kids and this week is ideal for service families. Your young children or grandchildren will have never seen a Christmas Party like it.
Service Weeks Information- Terms & Conditions
The Price and What it Includes ($1500CDN) per person, which includes:
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Airport Pickup and return ( Manzanilla ZLO, or Colima CLQ)
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Group accommodations (private room and bath), including housekeeping and laundry
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner, every day – alcoholic beverages extra
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Field trips and admission to any scheduled trips to museums, parks or other planned activities
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3 to 6 hours/day for 6 days of practical work, providing program assistance, and interaction with students
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Official certificate of volunteer service
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Emergency contact number 24/7
Deposits and Payments: A deposit of ($500CDN) per person should be made immediately to secure your space. This can be done with an e-transfer payable to pacs@projectamigo.org
Final Payment: Payment of the final balance ($1000CDN) is due no later than 90 days prior to the first day of the Service Week.
Changes to Itineraries: Project Amigo is entitled to make any changes, modifications, or deletions, with respect to the program as presently described, if said alterations are considered necessary for the group’s comfort and welfare.
Single Reservations: Single reservations may require an additional charge as indicated on our website.
Travel Documents: A valid passport expiring more the 6 months after the scheduled return flight date is required and, as applicable, any other travel documents that may be required by a home country or Mexico at the time.
Cancellations: must be made in writing to Project Amigo. There is no penalty for cancellation from the time of deposit prior to 180 days before the start of your Service Week. Cancellations made after 90 days before the start of the service week will result in the loss of your registration fee or can be applied to future Service Weeks.
Refunds: Once your Service Week has commenced, no refund can be given for accommodations, services, meals, or voluntary absence from the Service Week.
Responsibility: Each volunteer making reservations for or participating in any Project Amigo Service Weeks understands and agrees to all terms, conditions, and limitations set forth herein. Project Amigo shall not be responsible for or liable for, and expressly disclaims any responsibility for, any costs, injury, expenses, or damage to person or property which results directly or indirectly from any act, whether negligent or otherwise, of commission or omission, including but not limited to transportation, lodging, or food and beverage. Project Amigo reserves the right to decline a service week participant or reservation for any reason at any time.

ACCOMMODATION
We believe our service week volunteers deserve comfort, privacy and a good night’s sleep. You will stay in one of Project Amigo’s large, well-equipped and well-appointed homes in the delightfully friendly, welcoming and altogether completely Mexican village of Cofradia de Suchitlan. Project Amigo’s properties are maintained to an excellent standard of cleanliness and safety. Navigating the village requires care as there are steps into and out of stores and homes, cobble-stoned streets and uneven sidewalks. Please be sure to contact us with any questions or concerns about accessibility at Project Amigo.
