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The Up with People Host Family Experience

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Host families are a key component of the Up with People experience.  Since 1965, more than 450,000 families in 38 countries have hosted Up with People participants.  They open their homes and their hearts to young people from around the world. They are unfailingly warm and welcoming; they have made the Up with People program an unparalleled experience.

Host families give participants an insider's perspective on the community they're visiting, its culture, language and customs. In turn, host families benefit by gaining insight into the participants' home countries.

"We had the pleasure of hosting 2 young men last year. We would do it again if they ever come back to Waveland.  If they come to your city, give them a chance to change your life.  You will learn about Up with people and their ways of doing things. They were a delight to have in our home."

Host Family Responsibilities

For one week, host families provide a bed, evening meals and transportation for a participant to Up with People activities. Generally, one day during the week's visit is reserved for host families and their participants to spend time together, see the sights and enjoy local events. Host families typically house two participants for one week, but the number can vary.

Not surprisingly, many of the relationships that develop between host families and Up with People participants last for years, even lifetimes. By the end of the week, many host families find they've acquired an "adopted" child; participants feel as if they've gained a new set of parents.

Becoming a Host Family

If you're interested in hosting, click here to register now. We'll update you on program developments and tour schedules. Also, please check the web site travel schedules for the most current information about our current and future tours.

If you have specific questions, please contact the Regional Director or Tour Manager in your area:

Kerri-Ann Appleton

North American Tour Manager
kappleton@upwithpeople.org

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