Individual Volunteer Program

The United Methodist Church, in partnership with churches and institutions in the U.S. and other countries, has identified opportunities for individual volunteers, either single or as married couples. 

The usual length of service is two months to two years. The individual volunteer is expected to cover the cost of transportation and personal expenses in the place of assignment.

Because individual volunteers will be viewed as missionaries by the host community, they should possess a growing Christian faith and understanding of mission, be active in a local church, and be flexible. Living in a different culture presents challenges that require maturity and strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.

You can access the online Individual Volunteer application by clicking Online application here or on the link for it on the right-hand side of this webpage. You can also download and print the application, reference request, and medical information forms as Microsoft Word documents by clicking on the corresponding links for them on the right-hand of this webpage. If necessary, you can request the Individual Volunteer Program to mail them to you (please be sure to give your mailing address and phone number).

If you have questions, please contact:
Nancy Eubanks
Consultant, Individual Volunteer Program
426 Eubanks Rd.
Brownsville, TN 38012
Tel (731) 772-0458
Fax ( 731) 779 9123
E-mail: Indvols@gbgm-umc.org