Service Weeks
September 11 - 18, 2024 WED / WED
Mexican Cooking & Celebrate Mexican Independence
October 28 - November 4, 2025 SOLD OUT!
Dia de los Muertos & Cooking
Come and get to know one of the most significant Mexican traditions, where the living ones prepare to receive their dead one and celebrate with them. Learn about the history and meaning of the Day of the Dead, the elements that are part of an altar and the meaning and importance of each one of them; participate with our Scholars in the setting up of a traditional altar to honor those who have passed away; learn how you to cook some of the most traditional dishes during this celebration.
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December 8-15, 2024
December 7-14, 2025
Christmas Fiesta
Be one of Santa’s little helpers this Christmas!
Each year Project Amigo students are invited to an enormous Christmas Fiesta, where each child receives a new outfit, new shoes, a gift, and is a special guest at the biggest, most fantastic Christmas Party ever.
And you’re invited!
Project Amigo organizes the new shoes, clothes, books and toys; wraps gifts, prepares for the party, puts up decorations, stuffs piñatas and will play host alongside Santa. The Christmas Fiesta is a highlight of the year for Project Amigo kids and this week is ideal for service families. Your young children or grandchildren will have never seen a Christmas Party like it.
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January 19 - 26, 2025 SUN/SUN
Community Service
This week will engage you in humanitarian service activities including meeting our Scholars, doing activities with our elementary students, seeing all aspects of the programs and support for students, experience our Mexican culture, eat authentic homemade food, and stay in one of our beautiful accommodations! Be prepared to leave renewed and amazed by the work done at Project Amigo.
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February 2 - 9, 2025
Literature & Culture
Hosted by the Westminster Rotary Club
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Give the gift of literacy!
While it’s well known that Project Amigo provides scholarships to individual students, did you know we also work with whole schools in fostering a love of learning and promoting strong literacy skills?
You will help to organize, deliver and install mini-libraries in small, under-serviced, rural schools, work alongside kids as they read, engage one-on-one in literacy and art activities, and create memories with them that can last a lifetime.
Afternoons are spent immersing ourselves in the local culture and communities as we explore this hidden corner of Mexico.
February 16-23, 2025 SUN/SUN
Rotary Clubs Create the Magic
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Imagine a week where members and friends from different Rotary Clubs are able to collaborate while creating the Magic of Rotary.
With a focus on our students in the village of Suchitlan and their study centre, expect some exciting activities.
Volunteers will be able to use their special talents and skills to interact and help enhance the lives of students.
You will also learn about all aspects of Project Amigo and get a chance to experience aspects of the Mexican Culture.
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March 2-9, 2025 SUN/SUN
English Tutoring I
Channel your inner teacher at Project Amigo next winter! Each January we invite a group of our high school and university students to stay with us in Cofradia for a week of English language instruction. You will work one-on-one with a bright and talented Project Amigo scholar supporting them as they learn and develop confidence in their English language abilities. After school, hang out with the students as we explore the local area and get to know more about this beautiful part of Mexico. The course is designed by a professional English as a Second Language teacher and facilitated by Project Amigo approved Leaders.
The English Tutoring week is one of our most popular service experiences and sells out fast. Register for your spot now!
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April 6 - 13, 2025
Mexican Cooking & Community Service
Come and discover the flavors of Colima!
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During a Mexican Cooking Service Week you will learn how to prepare typical Mexican dishes with of the traditional Colima cuisine with our own Project Amigo chefs!
We will see the process of making fresh corn tortillas, we will visit coffee plantations and learn about its process, as well as a visit to the organic farm where we will obtain some of our ingredients.
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We will learn about the variety of artisanal mezcals of Mexico and the difference between mezcal and tequila.
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You will also learn about all aspects of Project Amigo.​
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May 25 - June 1, 2025 SUN/SUN
ART, Art & More Art
July 6 - 13, 2025 (I)
August 3 - 10, 2025 (II)
English as a Second Language I & II
This service week offers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on students’ lives. The goal is to enhance their overall English communication abilities helping with their future academic and professional success. Volunteers are guided by a professional facilitator using fun activities to engage students and make learning enjoyable. An emphasis is placed on speaking practice and pronunciation drills. Volunteers assist with conversation practice, and interactive language games. You learn about all aspects of Project Amigo, and get a chance to experience the authentic Mexican Culture.
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July 27 - August 3, 2025
Swim Week & Back to School
As we enter the hot days of summer, many of us take advantage of heading to a pool,
lake or beach to cool off. In Suchitlan, students don’t know how to swim, and many
haven’t had the opportunity to participate in lessons.
Project Amigo hosts an annual Swim Week to give students an important life skill and
learning experience. Volunteers with swimming experience can help teach the fundamentals of swimming to staff and students, how to be safe and able to enjoy their water experiences.
Volunteers will also help prepare for Project Amigo’s annual backpack giveaway,
distributing hundreds of school supplies to incoming students getting them ready for
another school year.
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September 14 - 21, 2025 SUN / SUN
Fiesta Mexicana
​A special week to experience an authentic Mexican Fiesta with all the food, music, dance and festival activities, taking in some cooking classes, crafts with students in our incentive program, learn about and Celebrate Mexican Independence Day, other activities such as tie dye and talks about professional skills with our university students and more. ​
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Service Weeks Information- Terms & Conditions
The Price and What it Includes ($1500CDN) per person, which includes:
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ï‚·Airport Pickup and return (GDL, ZLO, or CLQ)
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Group accommodations (private room and bath), including housekeeping and laundry
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner, every day – alcoholic beverages extra
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Field trips and admission to any scheduled trips to museums, parks or other planned activities
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3 to 6 hours/day for 6 days of practical work or work, play or reading with children
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Official certificate of volunteer service
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Emergency contact number 24/7
Deposits and Payments: A deposit of ($500CDN) per person should be made immediately to secure your space. Cheques are payable to Project Amigo Canada Society.
Final Payment: Payment of the final balance is due no later than 45 days prior to the first day of the Service Week.
Changes to Itineraries: Project Amigo is entitled to make any changes, modifications, or deletions, with respect to the program as presently described, if said alterations are considered necessary for the group’s comfort and welfare.
Single Reservations: Single reservations may require an additional charge as indicated on our website.
Travel Documents: A valid passport expiring more the 6 months after the scheduled return flight date is required and, as applicable, any other travel documents that may be required by a home country or Mexico at the time.
Cancellations: must be made in writing to Project Amigo. There is no penalty for cancellation from the time of deposit prior to 180 days before the start of your Service Week. Cancellations made 90 days or less before the start of the service week will result in the loss of fifty percent (50%) of your deposit.
Cancellations made 60 days or less before the start of the service week will result in a loss of fifty percent (50%) of all amounts paid. Cancellation fees may be applied to future Service Weeks.
Refunds: Once your Service Week has commenced, no refund can be given for accommodations, services, meals, or voluntary absence from the Service Week.
Responsibility: Each volunteer making reservations for or participating in any Project Amigo Service Weeks understands and agrees to all terms, conditions, and limitations set forth herein. Project Amigo shall not be responsible for or liable for, and expressly disclaims any responsibility for, any costs, injury, expenses, or damage to person or property which results directly or indirectly from any act, whether negligent or otherwise, of commission or omission, including but not limited to transportation, lodging, or food and beverage. Project Amigo reserves the right to decline a service week participant or reservation for any reason at any time.
ACCOMMODATION
We believe our service week volunteers deserve comfort, privacy and a good night’s sleep. You will stay in one of Project Amigo’s large, well-equipped and well-appointed homes in the delightfully friendly, welcoming and altogether completely Mexican village of Cofradia de Suchitlan. Project Amigo’s properties are maintained to an excellent standard of cleanliness and safety. Navigating the village requires care as there are steps into and out of stores and homes, cobble-stoned streets and uneven sidewalks. Please be sure to contact us with any questions or concerns about accessibility at Project Amigo.