Youth Challenge Australia’s international programs are unique from other programs in that we rely less heavily on core funding from the government and are therefore less bound by donor demands. The participation fee is vital to the ongoing operation of YCA and our partner organisations. YCA volunteers can participate on projects that YCA and the communities feel are necessary and important. YCA is an extremely well respected organisation in our project countries as we are able to respond quickly to community needs.
Your participation fee goes towards program and organisation development costs of Youth Challenge Australia and our in-country partners as well as the physical costs incurred towards supporting volunteers on projects. Your participation fee is vital to the sustainability of our programs and partners.
Project Country
Participation Fee*
Guatemala
AUD $3,500
Mexico
AUD $3,700
Guyana & Costa Rica (8 weeks)
AUD $3,800
Guyana & Costa Rica (10 weeks)
AUD $3,900
India (10 weeks)
AUD $3,900
Vanuatu (6 weeks)
AUD $3,900
Vanuatu (10 weeks)
AUD $4,500
Domestic Programs (4 - 6 weeks)
AUD $2,000
Domestic Programs (7 - 10 weeks)
AUD $2,500
*Flight costs will vary from season to season. They are not included in the participation fee.
NB: INCREASE TO PARTICIPATION FEE EFFECTIVE MAY 3 2010. This increase applies to any volunteers who applied on or after May 3 2010, also including those who have deferred their project past this date of increase.
THE FEE INCLUDES:
We strongly recommend that you consider fundraising your participation fee and flight costs. YCA will support you by providing handy tips on some of the most effective and successful ways to fundraise; from holding a trivia night in your favourite pub to writing letters of appeal to interested donors. It is amazing what you can raise when you tell people about the great work that you will be doing. Donations are eligible for tax-deductible receipts (Central Australia and West Arnhem Land excluded).
International Field Program Fee includes:
Preparation:
Selection process, interviewing and communication materials;
Preparation, materials and support for volunteers whilst in Australia;
Pre-Departure training (in Sydney prior to departure);
Airport transfers to & from the airport upon arrival & departure in-country.
Project:
In-country orientation (2 – 5 days) upon your arrival;
Food;
Transport;
Accommodation;
Insurance (as detailed in the insurance section up until 14 days after project finishes);
Full time trained Field Staff member whilst on project;
Support of Program Partner / Program Manager whilst on project;
Support materials and resources whilst in your community;
Communication equipment (email, telephone, satellite phone etc);
Your Central Australia YCA participation fee includes:
pre-departure day in Sydney
orientation in Alice Springs/Yulara
all project costs while in-community
accommodation
meals
support materials
PAYMENT STRUCTURE
Your payment structure will depend on when you sign up to the YCA program in relation to the departure date of your chosen project. See below for 3 different payment scenarios.
Time period signed up to YCA program
Payment Date
Amount Due
Selected into YCA program 134 days or more before project departure
Payment 1 (14 days after signing up)
$300 deposit
Payment 2 (120 days prior to departure)
50% of remaining participation fee
Payment 3 (60 days prior to departure)
Full Participation Fee
Time period signed up to YCA program
Payment Date
Amount Due
Selected into YCA program between 133 and 61 days of project departure
Payment 1 (14 days after signing up)
50% of participation fee
Payment 2 (60 days prior to departure)
Full Participation Fee
Time period signed up to YCA program
Payment Date
Amount Due
Selected into YCA program within 60 days of project departure
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