Why become a Friend of HOST ?

For more than 20 years, HOST UK has been working to extend the hand of friendship to international students from all over the world who come to study in the UK. Many of these students go on to be leaders of industry, senior within government or politically influential. Through our work, they are more knowledgeable about Britain and more positive about its values and culture than many other alumni. Today, more than ever, it is important to build understanding between countries and between those from different backgrounds and cultures.

By becoming a Friend of HOST, you enable us to continue to promote international friendship and understanding.

You will also be helping international students in hardship through the Friends of HOST Fund

What is HOST about?

HOST matches international students and volunteer host families all around the UK and the students stay as a guest in the host's home for a day or a weekend. This leads to greater understanding between cultures and often long term friendships. The students gain something special and unusual from their stay in Britain that they otherwise might not have found.

It only costs a small amount to become a Friend of which 40% goes towards the

Friends of HOST Fund,

which enables students facing hardship

to go on a HOST visit.

When you become a Friend of HOST you will recieve a free gift and we will keep in touch with you thereafter. You will not recieve "bulk" mailings, nor will we share your details with anyone else.

To become a Friend of HOST:

We have two kinds of Friends:

• Individual Friends: £20 per year
• Corporate Friends: £300 per year

Note: Our Regional Organisers and hosts automatically become Friends.

You can become a Friend by clicking here. This will take you to the Donations and Shop area.

Alternatively, please send your payment, your name and contact details to:

HOST UK, Freepost LON 14114,

London N1 4BR

If you would like to pay by standing order, please contact us for the relevant details at friends@hostuk.org.

The Friends of HOST scheme was officially launched on 18th April 2007 at the HOST Chairman's Reception which took place at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Celebrating HOST's 20th Anniversary, this event showcased the achievements of the organisation over the last 20 years. It also looked forward to new ways in which we can work with international students and other supporters

To see pictures of the 20th Anniversary event, please click here