About Us

Founded in 1976, the International Hospitality Center (IHC) is a private, community-based, volunteer organization.

We provide a variety of cross-cultural experiences, homestays, English language study and professional training to sponsored exchange students and government and foundation grantees.

With the help of more than 1,000 community volunteers, we bring global living and learning experiences to homes across the State of Hawaii and the Mainland United States.

IHC is funded by administrative fees for services and the support of an extensive network of volunteers.