What is Partners of the Americas ?
Partners of the Americas is a private, nonprofit, non-partisan organization that develops leadership, understanding and opportunity in the Western Hemisphere . We do this primarily through the work of dedicated citizen volunteers throughout the U.S. , Latin America and the Caribbean , as well as through federally- and privately-funded programs managed by our professional staff.

In what areas of development does Partners of the Americas work?
 We aim to address shared concerns of social, economic and cultural development in the Western Hemisphere . Working together, Partners of the Americas ’ staff and volunteers throughout the Americas bring expertise in Civil Society & Governance, Exchanges & Fellowships, Gender & Equality, Youth & Children and Agriculture & Environment. Our work covers areas as diverse as emergency preparedness, educational and cultural exchanges, agriculture, domestic violence prevention and local government strengthening.  

Where is Partners of the Americas located?
The international office of Partners of the Americas is located in Washington , D.C. We also have offices in Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Brazil, Guyana, Uruguay, Haiti and Jamaica .

Here’s how to reach us:

Partners of the Americas, Inc.
1424 K Street NW, Suite 700
Washington , D.C. 20005
Telephone: US +1 2026283300 Call 
Toll free in the U.S. : US +1 8003227844 Call 
Fax: (202) 628.3306
E-mail: info@partners.net

What are the responsibilities of Partners of the Americas ’ international office?
The international office of Partners of the Americas in Washington , D.C. , is primarily responsible for ensuring that all Partners activities and programs uphold the organization’s mission. It also is charged with sharing best practices with our volunteer network throughout the Americas; creating and at times, managing, programs related to our expertise areas and maintaining the organization’s fiscal stability. To see the areas in which specific staff members work, take a look at our Staff Directory.  

What is a Partners chapter?
Made up of volunteers from all walks of life, a Partners chapter is a legally registered nonprofit organization governed by an elected board of directors and officers. Although wholly autonomous, chapters are considered affiliates of Partners of the Americas ’ international office in Washington , D.C. Among other responsibilities, this office offers training to volunteers as well as guidance on how to access grants to support their chapter activities. Partners hasover 50 chapters throughout the U.S. , Latin America and the Caribbean , through which some 7,000 volunteers work together to improve the quality of life of people in the Western Hemisphere .  

What is a partnership?
A partnership consists of two chapters – one from a U.S. state or area, and the other from a Latin American or Caribbean country or region. For instance, the U.S. state of Minnesota is paired with Uruguay , South America . A partnership is a long-term, interdependent relationship in which no partner chapter is dominant. Together, chapters that form a partnership jointly plan mutually-beneficial educational and socio-economic development projects. They then mobilize the human and financial resources to implement them.

How do I join a chapter?
The best way to get involved is to first contact your local chapter to learn more about its activities and projects. We suggest that you ask your local chapter leaders about their chapter committees, which generally are organized around particular themes (education, rehabilitation, agriculture) or functions (recruitment, fundraising, public relations). Also, share with them your interests and how you could contribute. Partners chapters welcomes all individuals willing to give their time and skills. Check out our Get Involved section for suggestions on the variety of ways in which you might contribute to Partners.

How can I travel with Partners of the Americas ?
Partners of the Americas is not a travel club or agency. All partnership projects and activities begin at the local chapter level through a jointly-created annual plan. Partnerships focus on implementing these collaborative development projects. Input into a given project could include the travel of a professional who has a specific role in either providing or receiving training; technical assistance or another activity related to the project. Generally, this is where international travel either to or from the U.S. or Latin American/Caribbean chapters takes place.

Do I have to be a member to make a donation to Partners of the Americas ?
Absolutely not! Our work would not be possible without the generous contributions of our donors – many of whom do not belong to a particular partnership. Check out Get Involved to see a variety of ways in which you can make a general gift to Partners.

Does Partners of the Americas currently have any job or internship opportunities?
Partners of the Americas ’ Washington , D.C. , staff is relatively small and has a low turnover rate. The Jobs & Internships section under Get Involved will list current openings.