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How to submit a volunteer program - Step 6

Step 6 allows you to offer optional upgrades to your volunteer programs. These add-ons give volunteers the chance to enhance their stay with additional services.

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Written by Linda Anderson
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This step is not mandatory, but it’s a great opportunity to increase the value of your program and offer more flexibility for different volunteer preferences and budgets.

What Can I Offer as Add-Ons?

You can list any additional services that are not already included in your base program package. Popular examples include:

🏡 Accommodation Upgrades

  • Private room instead of dormitory

  • Host family stay

  • En-suite or premium lodge

🚐 Transportation Services

  • Airport pickup and/or drop-off

🎒 Activities & Extras

  • Excursions or weekend trips

  • Language classes (e.g. Spanish lessons)

  • Equipment or gear rental (e.g. diving gear, surfboards, bicycles)

How to Fill Out Step 6

If you'd like to add additional services, feel free to click on the green 'create new add-on' button.

For each add-on, simply provide:

Field

What to enter

Add-on Title

e.g. "Private Accommodation"

Add-on Type

Choose between accommodation, transport or activity.

Price Type

One-time or per day

Price

Enter your price value in your chosen base currency.

Description

Brief explanation of what the add-on includes. For accommodation, specify how it differs from the standard option.

Images

Mandatory for accommodation, optional for other add-ons.

Here’s an example for you below.

You can add multiple add-ons — volunteers will see these on each program page, while they apply and decide whether they’d like to upgrade. If they miss it during the application but later request it in your conversations, no problem! You can simply change the offer and add the preferred add-on afterward.

FAQ

What if I already include airport pickup or private rooms? Should I still list them here?

No — only list services that are not already included in your base program price. Anything every volunteer automatically receives should stay in Step 5 of your program. Add-ons are for optional extras volunteers can choose.

What if an add-on is only available in certain months or has limited availability?

You can mention that in the description, such as “Only available from June–September” or “Limited to 2 volunteers per week”. This helps volunteers plan and sets clear expectations.

What happens if a volunteer requests an add-on but I can’t provide it?

If something becomes unavailable, you can update or remove the add-on from your offer.

Can I list multiple accommodation options?

Yes, you can add as many as you want. Please make sure that the pricing reflects the difference volunteers need to pay in addition to the regular program fees.

What price should I enter?

Enter the extra amount volunteers pay on top of the regular program fee. Examples:

  • Accommodation upgrade: Dorm rooms are included. Private room upgrade = $20 per night → enter $20 per night.

  • Airport Pick-Up & Drop-Off: Pick-up included ($50), full package costs $100 → offer drop-off as add-on = $50 once.


By adding upgrade options, you’ll attract both budget travelers and comfort-seeking volunteers, all within the same program.

If you don’t offer any optional services, you can simply skip this step.

What's next: Please click on the 'Done' button to submit your volunteer program and move on to learn how to request publication of your volunteer program.

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