Host Families Wanted In Georgia 2026-2027 SY
📌 APPLY HERE: www.iwanttohost.org
Host Families provide a bed, meals, kindness, support. Exchange Students are on j1 visas, have their own medical insurance, have $300/monthly to cover expenses. We are CSIET certified and follow State Guidelines. DM me if you have any questions. ✔️ $100 referral program
Hosting an exchange student is a wonderful way to open your home and heart to a young person from another country, offering them a unique chance to experience American culture and education firsthand. As a host family, you not only provide a safe and welcoming environment with meals and a comfortable place to stay, but you also become a key part of the student’s growth and global understanding. From my experience with exchange programs, having a student like Annabelle from Germany, who is enthusiastic about cheerleading, baking, and musicals, brings a vibrant energy to the household. These students often share their own cultural traditions and perspectives, enriching daily life in ways you might not expect. It’s also rewarding to support their academic journey as they attend local schools and engage with other students. Students on J1 visas come well-prepared—they have their own medical insurance and a monthly stipend of around $300 for personal expenses, which eases the financial responsibility on host families. Being CSIET certified means the program follows strict safety and quality guidelines, ensuring both the student’s and your protection. If you’re considering hosting, it helps to communicate openly with the program coordinators and be ready to embrace cultural exchange. The $100 referral program is a nice bonus if you know someone else interested in hosting. Overall, hosting is more than just providing a bed and meals; it’s about kindness, support, and cultural enrichment that benefits both the student and the family for years to come. To get started, visit www.iwanttohost.org and learn more about how you can make a lasting impact in an exchange student’s life while experiencing the joy of cross-cultural friendship yourself.
