Resources for Volunteers
By volunteering with IFI, you step into lives that may have never experienced Christ’s love up close. Here you'll find resources to help you better serve international students with IFI.
Blog Posts for Volunteers
Honest tips and insights about serving International students
Chased Down by Love
In 2022, Gabriel* moved from South Asia to Peoria, Illinois. He came in January, the deep winter of the Midwest.
From Arizona to Home to Cali to Christ
Daniel* arrived in Tempe, Arizona in 2023 from East Asia. He was there to pursue a master’s degree, excited to make his dreams come true.
Podcast Episodes
Check out our podcast The World at Home to hear real stories of International students finding community
The World at Home S2. Ep 1: About Us
Have you ever wondered why we serve international students here at IFI? Or who the faces are behind the name, International Friendships Inc? For Season Two of our podcast, we thought we would share a little more about who we are! Let's not be strangers, watch this episode to learn a little more about us :)
The World at Home Ep 5: Building Community
In this episode, we meet with Samuel, an international student from India, at his house in Cleveland, Ohio to talk about Community! Make yourself some chai and join us on the couch!
The World at Home Ep 4: Facing Uncertainty
Episode 4 of The World at Home Podcast, features Bhavana, an international student from India, who opens up about the emotional ups and downs of pursuing education in a foreign country — especially when the future feels unclear. How do you face uncertainty???
Experience the hospitality of Jesus
To get connected as a student or volunteer, find a location near you.
Experience the hospitality of Jesus
To get connected as a student or volunteer, find a location near you.
