Community Collaborations International

Environmental, Disaster Relief and Human Service Projects for Volunteer Teams

For over 20 years, CCI has been building relationships with local community partners and recruiting volunteer teams to support their efforts.

CCI works with local partners to complete projects that bring income to poor rural communities, support local education, and improve the environment.

Learn more about our projects below!

CCI volunteers will work on important projects identified by the Bribri community on Talamanca Mountain. 

Preserving indigenous culture is woven into the fabric of Costa Rica's sustainable practices. The Bribri cultivate traditional crops and integrate native tree species, not only safeguarding their cultural heritage but also fostering sustainable land use. Despite facing challenges, including land rights disputes, the Bribri demonstrate remarkable resilience in preserving their cultural heritage and sustainable way of life.

Volunteers will directly engage with the Bribri community, assisting in cacao cultivation, organic banana production, and rice planting.

Volunteers will contribute to the preservation and propagation of rich indigenous traditions and gain a better understanding of how traditional agricultural practices support sustainable communities.

Our volunteers will be immersed in the lush ecosystems of Costa Rica to assist in various habitat restoration efforts. Through reforestation projects and habitat restoration, participants work hand-in-hand with local conservationists to safeguard the incredible array of flora and fauna.

CCI's volunteer efforts will be focused on planting Almendro trees .



Almendro trees are considered keystone species, offering critical sustenance and nesting sites for Scarlet Macaws. Almendro trees' branches and hollowed trunks create secure roosting and nesting spots, while their nutritious almonds form a significant part of the Scarlet Macaws' diet.

Moreover, by planting and conserving Almendro trees, CCI's volunteers are actively contributing to the preservation of this iconic species, ensuring a sustainable and flourishing environment for Scarlet Macaws to thrive.

Community Supported Agriculture and organic farming play a pivotal role in creating sustainable, resilient, and interconnected communities in Costa Rica.

By supporting local farmers and embracing ecologically sound practices, CCI volunteer teams contribute to a more vibrant and harmonious future for both people and the environment.

Send a volunteer team to participate in disaster relief, environmental recovery, and community-oriented projects.

Community Collaborations International volunteer teams will be working on hurricane recovery projects from our volunteer facility in Fort Myers, Florida

Our top priority is providing direct relief to individuals and families who have been displaced by the storm. We also provide support to local community organizations such as food banks, free clothing outlets, public lands restoration and community based organizations struggling to meet the increased needs of families and elderly.

Your volunteer team will have the opportunity to work with local direct-trade farmers, artisans, and local schools while also learning about the rich history of coffee farming and trade in Guatemala.

"You really get to know the coffee farmer by following them up to his coffee fields on the sides of Agua Volcano and then into his home, seeing and taking part in how coffee makes it from the ground to the cup. Roasting, grinding, boiling and tasting the best coffee I have ever had and I loved getting to see what real life in Guatemala is like." - Rutgers University Volunteer

Puerto Rico Projects

CCI projects in Puerto Rico focus on:

• Environmental Restoration
• Community Supported Agriculture
• Housing Rehabilitation
• Early Childhood Education

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